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Lear Corporation

Lear Corporation is a global automotive technology leader in Seating and E-Systems, serving nearly every major automaker worldwide. As a Fortune 500 company headquartered in the United States, it operates a vast network of manufacturing and engineering facilities across 38 countries, employing approximately 160,000 people globally. In Spain, Lear maintains a robust footprint with several production plants and a key European engineering center located in Valls. The company is a significant employer for international professionals, particularly in engineering, supply chain, and electronics, offering a multicultural work environment where English is frequently used for global project coordination.

Southfield, USAAutomotive160000 employeesFounded 1917Vallswww.lear.com

Company History

Founded in 1917 in Detroit as American Metal Products, Lear has evolved through decades of innovation and acquisitions to become a top-tier global automotive supplier. It transitioned into a public company in 1994 and has since solidified its position as a leader in seating and electrical distribution systems.

For International Professionals

  • Operates a major European R&D and engineering hub in Valls (Tarragona), focusing on automotive electronics.
  • English is a primary working language for engineering, management, and global functional roles.
  • Maintains a diverse geographic presence in Spain with facilities in Catalonia, Aragon, Galicia, and Madrid.
  • Offers opportunities to work on cutting-edge 'Industry 4.0' and electric vehicle (EV) technologies.
  • Provides a structured corporate environment typical of a large-scale American multinational.

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