Senior System Engineer (Hydro)

VEO’s areas of expertise – finding electrification and automation solutions for power generation, transmission, distribution, industry and marine – are perfectly suited for working towards a more sustainable tomorrow. We work together, count on each other, and share our know-how as a team. This gives us the courage to develop new insights and create the best solutions for our customers’ success. As an innovative project house with a high level of expertise, we succeed together with our customers. VEO’s headquarters and factory are located in Vaasa, Finland. The company with its subsidiaries employs 500 persons in Finland, Sweden, Norway and the UK.

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We are looking for an experienced Senior System Engineer to strengthen our hydropower team. In this role, you will ensure that technical solutions meet the high requirements and standards of international projects. If you have a strong background in electrical and automation design and a desire to take responsibility in demanding power plant projects, apply now!

About The Role

As a Senior System Engineer, you will ensure that the technical solutions for hydropower projects meet contract requirements and design standards. You will work closely with the Lead Engineer to understand customer needs and design cost-effective, high-quality solutions. You will be responsible for documentation, testing, and commissioning, ensuring that all deadlines are met. In addition to technical tasks, you will play a key role in project coordination, monitoring design progress, and resolving challenges together with the Project Manager. The role requires occasional travel, mainly in Sweden and Norway.

You are offered

• The opportunity to work on significant renewable energy projects as part of a professional team
• A responsible and dynamic role where you can influence technical solutions from start to finish
• An international work environment and the chance to further develop your expertise in hydropower technology
  
  

Work tasks

• Designing electrical and automation systems for hydropower plants
• Handling turbine and generator control and protection
• Managing pre-design, system design, detail design, and documentation
• Creating project engineering and design plans together with the Lead Engineer/Project Manager
• Reporting engineering work progress and ensuring adherence to schedules and freezing points
• Participating in Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT)
  
  

We are looking for

• A strong technical background, preferably a B.Sc. or M. Sc. in Electrical Engineering
• Several years of experience in electrical design and practical design tasks
• Proficiency in design software (e.g., EPLAN, AutoCAD, Febdok)
• Knowledge of relevant laws and standards (e.g., IEC, DOK80)
• Fluency in Finnish and English; Swedish is considered as an advantage
• Willingness to travel
  
  

It is meritorious if you have

• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to take independent responsibility for your tasks
• Strong communication and teamwork skills in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Previous experience specifically from hydropower or other power plant environments
  
  

Our recruitment process

This recruitment process is handled by Academic Work and we wish that all questions regarding the position is directed to Academic Work.

Selection process is continuous and the advert may close before the recruitment process is completed if we have moved forward to the next phase. The process includes two tests: one personality test and one cognitive test. The tests are tools to find the right talent for the right position, to enable equality, diversity, and a fair process.