Manager Operational Technology

Fortum; Vaasa; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Flexible working hours

Job summary

Fortum seeks an Operational Technology Manager to coordinate IT/OT requirements for wind, solar and battery energy storage projects from development through handover.

You will interface with EPCs, OEMs, SCADA and integration suppliers, and internal IT, driving governance, planning and technical execution across global teams.

Qualifications

• Relevant university degree in engineering, automation, information technology, operational technology or a related discipline.
• Experience coordinating IT/OT scope within energy, infrastructure or industrial projects.
• Knowledge of OT cybersecurity principles and network segmentation.

Responsibilities

• Act as the Operational Technology Project Manager in Wind, Solar and BESS projects.
• Define and coordinate project IT/OT scope and requirements during development and execution.
• Ensure IT/OT requirements are included in purchaser requirements, technical appendices and supplier documentation.

Skills

IT/OT coordination

SCADA/ICS

HMI development

Cybersecurity basics

English proficiency

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Looking for a role with broad exposure across the renewable-energy value chain? As an Operational Technology Manager, you will work closely with international teams, suppliers and partners to coordinate and drive IT and OT requirements across renewable-energy projects.

Fortum’s Renewables business area is responsible for the development of wind, solar and battery storage business. Wind and solar power play a crucial role in the decarbonization of our societies, and our vision is to be a leading player and employer of choice in the Nordic sector.

Within Renewables Business Area you would be important part of our Engineering team. The team is fundamental in providing engineering solutions for all utility-scale solar, wind and hybrid projects, together with the colleagues from other teams.

About The Role

We are looking for an OT Manager to define, coordinate and ensure the execution of Information Technology and Operational Technology requirements for new wind, solar and battery energy storage system projects. The role covers the project lifecycle from development and engineering through construction, commissioning and handover.

You will act as a key interface between project organizations, EPC contractors, original equipment manufacturers, SCADA and integration suppliers, Dispatch (Corporate Customer and Markets) and internal IT. The role focuses on coordination, governance and technical project execution. Detailed engineering design remains with the relevant specialists and suppliers.

As an Operational Technology Manager, you will:

• Act as the Operational Technology Project Manager in Wind, Solar and BESS projects.
• Define and coordinate project IT/OT scope and requirements during development and execution.
• Ensure Fortum and other parties IT/OT requirements are included in Purchaser Requirements, technical appendices and supplier documentation in pre-engineering, procurement and project execution.
• Coordinate control-room, SCADA, communications, connectivity, business-application and system-integration planning.
• Support procurement, technical evaluations, vendor clarifications and design reviews.
• Participate in factory and site acceptance testing, the implementation planning and commissioning support.

In addition, you will monitor IT/OT progress, risks, issues, dependencies, documentation and handover readiness as well as promote practical standardisation and lessons learned across wind, solar, BESS and hybrid projects. You will also contribute to the continuous improvement of our frameworks, processes and ways of working.

About You

What we are looking for:

• A relevant university degree in engineering, automation, information technology, operational technology or a related discipline.
• Experience in IT/OT scope coordination within energy, infrastructure or industrial projects.
• Experience with industrial control systems (ICS) and automation architectures. Knowledge of HMI development and industrial communications.
• Good understanding of SCADA, communications, networks, system integration, testing and commissioning.
• Knowledge of OT cybersecurity principles, network segmentation, asset inventories and cybersecurity standards.
• Ability to translate operational, cybersecurity and business requirements into a clear and executable project scope.

We also hope that you bring strong project coordination, stakeholder management and supplier collaboration skills, combined with a structured and service-oriented way of working. You are able to balance and prioritize competing requirements in a transparent manner while maintaining effective collaboration across different stakeholders. You communicate fluently in English, both verbally and in writing. Knowledge of Finnish and Swedish is considered an advantage.

We offer you

At Fortum, you will contribute to the development and delivery of renewable-energy projects and work with experts across wind, solar and battery storage technologies. The role offers broad exposure to the renewable-project value chain and close collaboration with international teams, suppliers and partners.

This role offers the opportunity to shape the IT and OT foundation of future renewable-energy assets while working closely with technical experts across development, engineering, construction and operations. You will collaborate with international teams, suppliers and partners in a working environment built on ownership, trust and continuous learning, while benefiting from flexible and hybrid ways of working where compatible with project needs.

At Fortum, we believe in a better future and want to be involved in shaping it. Our workplace is a safe place, both physically and mentally. You will grow with professional colleagues, being trusted and free to challenge yourself.

We offer comprehensive benefits, flexible working hours, and hybrid work model to support your productivity, development and wellbeing. We are committed to build diverse teams where everyone feels included and is treated equally.

More information about our culture and benefits can be found here.

Espoo office is a smoke-free workplace.

Please note: Ability to travel within the Nordic region and internationally is required.

As part of our recruitment process, we use assessment tests, digital reference checks and Microsoft Copilot to transcribe interviews. This helps us ensure a structured, fair and high-quality process for all candidates. To be selected for the position, the applicant must go through background clearance and a health examination including drug testing.

We are Fortum

Fortum is a Nordic energy company. We generate and deliver reliable energy to our customers and the Nordic energy system while at the same time helping industries decarbonise their processes and grow. Our core operations comprise efficient and best-in-class low-carbon power generation, customer services, and heating and cooling. Fortum’s power generation is already 99% from renewable or nuclear sources with one of the lowest specific CO2-emissions in Europe. We are guided by our ambitious SBTi-validated emission reduction targets on our way towards net-zero by 2040. For our :4,500 employees, we commit to be a safe and inspiring workplace. Fortum's share is listed on Nasdaq Helsinki. fortum.com