Electrical Technician, supervisor of electrical works (S2/S3)

Ioncell Oy; Espoo; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Occupational health care

Job summary

Ioncell Oy, a startup spin-off from Aalto University, is seeking an Electrical Technician to lead electrical works at its pilot plant in Espoo. You will supervise installations, perform maintenance, and support production trials in a dynamic, international team.

The role requires hands-on electrical expertise, safety certification, and a proactive, flexible mindset suitable for startup environments. Relocation support and occupational health care are possible as part of a competitive package.

Qualifications

• Relevant technical degree, together with valid SFS 6002 Electrical Safety Card and S2 or S3 Finnish electrical qualification certificate; Occupational Safety Card is a plus.
• Hands-on experience in electrical installations, maintenance, fault-finding, and modifications; experience in mechanical installations is a plus.
• Solid knowledge of Finnish electrical safety requirements and standards; ability to plan, instruct and supervise electrical work and maintain documentation.

Responsibilities

• Acting as the companys supervisor of electrical works (sähkötöiden johtaja)
• Coordinating, supervising and executing electrical installations at the pilot plant
• Inspecting and testing electrical systems, equipment and components to identify risks and ensure safety compliance
• Participating in mechanical installations and supporting production trials at the pilot plant
• Troubleshooting and performing immediate repairs during production trials
• Scheduling and executing planned maintenance tasks
• Managing inventory of spare parts
• Supporting various technology development, maintenance and housekeeping activities

Skills

Electrical installations

Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Safety standards

English (working language)

Education

Relevant technical degree

Job description

About Ioncell Oy

Are you looking for a versatile and inspiring role where you can build, run and maintain a unique pilot plant? Ioncell Oy is now building a team of aspirational and committed professionals to kick off the operations in Otaniemi, Espoo. You will be one of our very first employees.

Ioncell Oy is a technology spinoff company from Aalto University, established to commercialize patented Ioncell technology over the coming years. We are on a bold mission to transform the global clothing and textile industry into a circular economy with our fully circular bio-based textile fiber! As a company, our short-term goal is to provide a Proof-of-Concept for continuous, closed-loop production at the pilot plant, and then to scale up the technology.

What are your responsibilities

We are looking for a self-driven and solution-oriented Electrical Technician to join our team. Main responsibilities include:

• Acting as the companys supervisor of electrical works (sähkötöiden johtaja)
• Coordinating, supervising and executing electrical installations at the pilot plant
• Inspecting and testing electrical systems, equipment and components to identify risks and to ensure compliance with safety codes and regulations
• Also taking part in mechanical installations and supporting production trials at the pilot plant, together with other team members
• Troubleshooting and immediate repairs during the production trials
• Scheduling and executing planned maintenance tasks
• Managing the inventory of spare parts
• Supporting various technology development, maintenance and house-keeping activities

Position is permanent and full-time, based in Espoo, Finland. You report to the Chief Technology Officer (CTO).

What we expect from you

An ideal Electrical Technician has a well-rounded combination of hard skills, soft skills and the right start-up attitude. Qualifications we are looking for:

• Relevant technical degree, together with valid SFS 6002 Electrical Safety Card and S2 or S3 Finnish electrical qualification certificate; Occupational Safety Card is a plus
• Proven hands‑on experience in electrical installations, maintenance, fault‑finding, and modifications in relevant environment; experience in mechanical installations is a plus
• Solid working knowledge of applicable Finnish electrical safety requirements and standards
• Ability to plan, instruct, and supervise electrical work, ensure compliance, and maintain required documentation
• Solution-focused attitude with interest to learn and innovate: you do not expect fully established practices and solutions, but you are keen to create them
• Entrepreneurial spirit and flexible way of working: you prefer to work with diverse tasks, and you understand that sometimes work doesnt follow regular office hours – in return, youll have flexibility to balance it out
• Hands‑on approach and willingness to take ownership: when you see something is not working, you fix it or flag it
• Good interpersonal skills and solid English as working language: you like to work in an international team where your contribution is appreciated

What we offer to you

This is not a regular position in an established corporation, but rather a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to join a promising technology start-up company at its early stage. We offer you:

• Chance to learn and create something completely new as part of a dynamic start-up team
• Opportunity to drive the clothing and textile industry towards circular economy
• Innovative, inspirational and international working environment
• Competitive salary (4.000-5.000 EUR/month), fringe benefits and occupational health care
• Convenient location in Aalto University Otaniemi campus in Espoo, close to metro, tram and bus stations

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