Chief Engineer, Civil and Structural

Metso; Espoo; Hybrid; EUR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working options

Wellbeing programs

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Metso in Espoo, Finland is seeking a Chief Engineer, Civil & Structural to lead civil and structural design activities in global plant delivery projects. You will report to the Director, Plant & Mechanical Engineering and will collaborate across workshops, project teams and engineering disciplines.

The role requires a degree in engineering, experience with Tekla Structures and STAAD.Pro, strong leadership, and the ability to balance quality, schedule and cost while traveling occasionally to

Qualifications

• Degree in engineering or related technical field.
• Experience with Tekla Structures and STAAD.Pro.
• Ability to lead engineering activities balancing quality, schedule and cost.

Responsibilities

• Lead civil and structural engineering activities in plant delivery projects.
• Manage quality, schedule, and budget for civil and structural scope.
• Coordinate with workshops manufacturing steel structures.
• Manage subcontracted engineering work and ensure project execution.
• Ensure engineering activities align with Metso's processes.
• Contribute to development of minerals processing plants and solutions.

Skills

Lead engineering

Quality management

Stakeholder coordination

Problem solving

Independent work

Teamwork

English fluency

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Tekla Structures

STAAD.Pro

Job description

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Chief Engineer, Civil and Structural

Primary Location: Espoo, FI

Our world depends on rocks, minerals, metals and other raw materials – the building blocks of modern society. As an industry leader, Metso helps transform these essential materials to enable sustainable modern life.

Our solutions and services support everything from renewable energy and electrification to the infrastructure and digital economy shaping our future. Together, we help our customers meet growing demand while driving the industry toward a more sustainable use of the earth’s natural resources.

Join nearly 18,000 Metsonites worldwide, each bringing unique expertise and experience to positive change. At Metso, you’re supported by a growth culture built on safety, wellbeing, inclusion and collaboration.

This is your opportunity to make an impact and rise above the possible.

Job posting end date:10/15/2026

We are looking for a Chief Engineer, Civil & Structural to join our PS Plant & Solutions Delivery team in the Minerals business area. In this role, you will lead civil and structural design activities in global plant delivery projects, supporting the development and delivery of minerals processing plant solutions.

You will report to the Director, Plant & Mechanical Engineering, and the role location is Espoo, Finland, with a hybrid working model available. Occasional travel to customer sites is required.

Team you will belong to

You will join the PS Plant & Solutions Delivery team in Espoo. The team is responsible for engineering and delivering plant solutions for minerals processing projects, with a focus on high-quality project execution and technical excellence.

The team works closely with project teams, engineering disciplines, workshops, and other stakeholders to develop and deliver plant solutions that meet project requirements.

What you'll do

• Lead civil and structural engineering activities in plant delivery projects.
• Manage quality, schedule, and budget related to civil and structural engineering scope.
• Coordinate with workshops involved in the manufacturing of steel structures.
• Manage subcontracted engineering work and ensure successful project execution.
• Ensure engineering activities are performed in accordance with Metso’s business processes.
• Contribute to the development of minerals processing plants and engineering solutions.

What you'll bring

• Degree in engineering or another relevant technical field.
• Experience with Tekla Structures and STAAD.Pro.
• Experience in an engineering role or related technical environment.
• Ability to lead engineering activities while balancing quality, schedule, and cost requirements.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to work.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with different stakeholders.
• Good cooperation skills and the ability to build productive working relationships.
• Fluent written and spoken English.
• Willingness to travel occasionally to customer sites.

What's in it for you

At Metso, you will combine meaningful work with opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact in a supportive and inclusive environment. You'll be part of a global team where collaboration, wellbeing, and continuous learning are part of everyday work.

We support your growth and wellbeing by offering:

• Purpose-led work: Contribute to enabling sustainable modern life and transforming the industry.
• Wellbeing: Access to wellbeing programs, occupational healthcare, and supportive services.
• Rewards: Competitive compensation and performance-based incentives.
• Flexibility: Hybrid working options to support balance and productivity.
• Growth: Learning pathways, mentoring, internal mobility, and global collaboration opportunities.
• Culture: A caring, collaborative, and inclusive workplace committed to helping you thrive.

For more information, please contact Petteri Piispa, Director, Plant & Mechanical Engineering. Phone: [phone].

You can reach Petteri during the following times:

Please submit your application by 15 October. We are screening applications throughout the application period, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Metso is committed to pay equity and transparent reward practices globally. Compensation information is shared in line with local legislation and applicable recruitment practices.

Metso is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, nationality, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

Metso is a frontrunner in sustainable technologies, end-to-end solutions and services for the aggregates, minerals processing and metals refining industries globally. We improve our customers’ energy and water efficiency, increase their productivity, and reduce environmental risks with our product and service expertise. We are the partner for positive change.

Metso is headquartered in Espoo, Finland. At the end of 2025 Metso had close to 18,000 employees in around 50 countries, and sales in 2025 were about EUR 5.3 billion. Metso is listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki.