Primary Design Engineer (MV Components)

Academic Work; Tampere; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Academic Work is seeking an experienced electrical engineer to lead primary component design for large-scale substation projects. You will manage the selection and validation of primary components, coordinate with clients and suppliers, and ensure compliance with global standards.

The role emphasizes independent technical execution, RFQ management, and client negotiations, with travel for FATs as required. A strong background in power systems and high voltage is essential.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering with a focus on Power Systems or High Voltage.
• 2+ years of hands-on experience in substation primary design or MV component engineering.
• Ability to conduct electrical/electromagnetic field studies and calculate component clearances.

Responsibilities

• Select and design primary components focusing on electrical functions and parameters (reactors, capacitor banks, busbars).
• Calculate component clearances and ensure electrical integrity for substation primary designs.
• Manage RFQ process and perform technical evaluations with equipment suppliers.
• Conduct electrical and electromagnetic field studies.
• Negotiate technical deviations and clarifications with clients.
• Attend FAT at supplier facilities.
• Ensure designs meet IEC, IEEE, and local APAC requirements.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Power systems

High voltage

RFQ management

Supplier negotiation

Education

Electrical Engineering degree (Power Systems/High Voltage)

Job description

Drive technical excellence in global power infrastructure. Our client offers a dynamic environment where you will lead component selection and design for large-scale international substation projects.

About the role

You will take on a key engineering role, managing the design and selection of primary components during both tender and project execution phases. You will bridge the gap between clients and suppliers to ensure technical compliance and success.

You are offered the opportunity to build a stable, long-term relationship with a global industry leader. Whether you are a professional with a few years of solid component experience or a more seasoned engineer, this role offers significant independent responsibility.

This role focuses strictly on the primary electrical design and functionality of components. It involves independent technical execution, supplier management, and client technical negotiations.

• Select and design primary components, focusing deeply on their electrical functions and parameters (including reactors, capacitor banks, and busbars)
• Calculate component clearances and ensure electrical integrity for substation primary designs
• Manage the RFQ process and perform technical evaluations with equipment suppliers
• Conduct electrical and electromagnetic field studies
• Negotiate technical deviations and clarifications directly with clients
• Attend Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) at supplier facilities
• Ensure designs meet global standards such as IEC, IEEE, and local APAC requirements

We are looking for

• 2+ years of hands-on experience specifically in substation primary design or medium-voltage component engineering.
• Deep understanding of the electrical functions and parameters of components (Note: This is an electrical primary design role, not purely mechanical structural design or secondary/protection SLD work).
• Ability to conduct electrical/electromagnetic field studies and calculate component clearances.
• Capability to manage technical tasks, RFQs, and negotiations independently.
• Degree in Electrical Engineering with a focus on Power Systems or High Voltage.
• Willingness to travel for Factory Acceptance Tests.

It is meritorious if you have

• Good knowledge of IEC, IEEE, or local APAC standards.
• Experience in Energy Technology focused on power transmission and plants.