MV Primary Design Engineer — Substation Components

Academic Work Finland Oy; Ylöjärvi; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Academic Work Finland Oy is seeking an experienced electrical engineer to lead primary design and component selection for substations, coordinating tender and project execution. You will bridge clients and suppliers to ensure technical compliance and project success.

The role offers long-term opportunities with a global leader in energy technology. Travel for FATs and field tests is required, and a strong independent work ethic is essential.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of hands-on experience in substation primary design or MV component engineering.
• Electrical design knowledge for primary components (reactors, capacitor banks, busbars).
• Willingness to travel for FATs and site activities.

Responsibilities

• Select and design primary components with focus on electrical function and parameters.
• Calculate component clearances and ensure electrical integrity of designs.
• Manage RFQ processes and perform technical evaluations with suppliers.
• Conduct electrical and electromagnetic field studies.
• Negotiate technical deviations with clients.
• Attend Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) at supplier facilities.
• Ensure designs meet IEC, IEEE and APAC requirements.

Skills

Substation design

MV components

RFQ management

Electrical field studies

Client negotiations

Education

Electrical Engineering (Power Systems / HV)

Job description

Academic Work Finland Oy is seeking an experienced electrical engineer to lead primary design and component selection for substations, coordinating tender and project execution. You will bridge clients and suppliers to ensure technical compliance and project success.

The role offers long-term opportunities with a global leader in energy technology. Travel for FATs and field tests is required, and a strong independent work ethic is essential.