Hardware Test and Pre-Commissioning Engineer, Tampere

Academic Work Finland Oy; Ylöjärvi; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Academic Work Finland Oy is seeking a Hardware Test Engineer to support testing and pre-commissioning of energy systems. The role involves on-site testing, collaboration with design and manufacturing teams, and ensuring documentation is complete. Fluency in English and a degree in Electrical Engineering are required.

You will verify measurement circuits, perform functional tests, and validate SCADA interfaces to ensure reliable energy transmission equipment before deployment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of hardware testing and test procedures.
• Background in Electrical Engineering (Bachelor's or Master's).
• Fluent written and spoken English.
• Ability to read and understand circuit diagrams, layout drawings, and cable lists.

Responsibilities

• Execute hardware testing and pre-commissioning according to defined test plans.
• Use specialized test equipment and software to verify hardware functionality and report defects.
• Collaborate with design and manufacturing teams to resolve hardware issues.
• Ensure all pre-commissioning documentation and test checklists are complete and accurate.
• Verify operation of CT and VT circuits.
• Perform functional tests, including interface testing and SCADA checks.
• Create signals from the source and confirm correct operation on HMI/control systems.

Skills

Hardware testing

Electrical engineering

Reading circuit diagrams

SCADA testing

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Test equipment

Job description

About the role

As a Hardware Test Engineer, you will support the testing and pre-commissioning of advanced energy systems. Working closely with design and manufacturing teams, you will ensure our hardware meets strict functionality, durability, and safety requirements before deployment.

You are offered
An exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology that has a global impact on renewable energy integration. You will be part of a collaborative engineering team where your work directly supports energy savings and stable power grids.

Work tasks

This role involves executing hardware testing, pre-commissioning procedures, and quality checks to verify the functionality of energy transmission equipment.

• Perform hardware testing and pre-commissioning (on-site when needed) based on defined test plans and procedures.
• Use specialized test equipment and software to verify hardware functionality and report defects.
• Collaborate with design and manufacturing teams to resolve hardware issues.
• Ensure all required pre-commissioning documentation and test checklists are complete and accurate.
• Verify the operation of measurement circuits, including CT and VT circuits.
• Perform functional tests, including interface testing, interlocking scheme verification, and SCADA communication checks.
• Create signals from the source and confirm correct operation on HMI and control systems.

We are looking for

• Good knowledge of hardware testing and test procedures
• Have a background in Electrical Engineering (Bachelor's or Master's degree)
• Fluent written and spoken English
• Ability to read and understand circuit diagrams, layout drawings, and cable lists

It is meritorious if you have

• Good knowledge of Finnish
• Experience supporting testing activities for new products (NPI)

To succeed in the role, your personal skills are:

• Supportive
• Orderly
• Responsible

Employment relationship: Employment

Wage: Other

Number of positions: 1

Source: Job Market Finland/Työmarkkinatori

Osaamisalue: Hallinto- & toimistotehtävät