Commissioning Lead

Intelligent Employment; Uusimaa; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Eltel Networks in Finland is seeking a Commissioning Lead to own the commissioning phase of high-voltage substations (110–400 kV) across the country. This is a hands-on leadership role combining technical expertise with on-site coordination.

You will plan commissioning activities before site execution, lead on-site work, and ensure all systems are tested and energised. A degree in electrical engineering and strong HV testing experience are required, with willingness to travel across Finland.

Qualifications

• Degree in electrical engineering or similar.
• Strong experience in substation commissioning or high-voltage testing.
• Hands-on experience with electrical testing equipment and procedures.
• Ability to lead work on site and take responsibility for delivery.
• Willingness to travel across Finland.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare commissioning activities before site execution.
• Lead and coordinate commissioning work on site.
• Ensure all systems are tested and ready for energisation.
• Participate hands-on in testing when needed.
• Work with protection systems, RTU and relay configurations.
• Inspect, document, and report commissioning results to the client.
• Act as the lead expert on site, supporting the wider project team.

Skills

Leadership on site

High-voltage testing

Electrical testing

Travel readiness

Education

Electrical engineering degree

Tools

Omicron testing equipment

110kV GIS

400kV substations

Job description

Eltel Networks, is a leading provider of critical infrastructure services, supporting the green transition in energy, telecom, and industrial sectors. Eltel is a trusted partner in building and maintaining high-voltage electrical substations across Finland, combining technical excellence, safety, and sustainability in all its projects.

Purpose of the Role:

As a Commissioning Lead, you will take ownership of the commissioning phase of high-voltage substation projects (110–400 kV) across Finland.

This is a hands-on leadership role, combining technical expertise with on-site coordination.

You will be involved already before site execution – planning commissioning activities, preparing schedules, and ensuring readiness. Once on site, you will lead the commissioning work, coordinate teams, and ensure that the substation is delivered safely, on time, and without outstanding issues.

You will work across projects such as:

• wind and solar farms
• battery energy storage systems (BESS)

What you will do

• Plan and prepare commissioning activities before site execution
• Lead and coordinate commissioning work on site
• Ensure all systems are tested and ready for energisation
• Participate hands-on in testing when needed
• Work with protection systems, RTU and relay configurations
• Inspect, document, and report commissioning results to the client
• Act as the lead expert on site, supporting the wider project team

What we are looking for

• Degree in electrical engineering or similar
• Strong experience in substation commissioning or high-voltage testing
• Hands-on experience with electrical testing equipment and procedures
• Ability to lead work on site and take responsibility for delivery
• Willingness to travel across Finland

Nice to have:

• Experience with 110 kV GIS or 400 kV substations
• Experience from transmission grid projects (e.g. Fingrid)
• Experience with Omicron testing equipment

What’s in it for you

• Work on large-scale, high-impact energy infrastructure projects
• Join a highly skilled and supportive team
• Flexible working model with project-based travel
• Opportunities to grow into senior or specialist roles