Lead NPI Engineer, Tampere

About the role

In this key role, you will act as a technical leader and work closely with R&D, system design, and sales. Your main responsibility is to ensure the top quality of valve technology for new power electronics products especially for Static Synchronous Compensators (STATCOM). We are looking for someone who can work 34 days a week at the Tampere office.

You are offered
We offer you a true vantage point into the future trends of electrical engineering and power electronics. You will get the opportunity to develop into an internationally recognized expert in a role where technical excellence meets meaningful work for a sustainable global future. You will become part of a work community that supports your professional growth and values innovative thinking.

Work tasks

Leading New Product Introduction efforts, focusing on valve and power electronics technologies to ensure product quality and drive innovation in sustainable energy solutions.

• Planning and aligning the technological roadmap for product development.
• Evaluating, validating, and approving technical solutions.
• Defining, planning, and leading high-voltage and sub-module tests.
• Acting as a technical expert and mentoring other team members.
• Collaborating with key component suppliers and supporting cost-out programs.
• Delivering technical presentations to both internal stakeholders and external customers.

We are looking for

• Advanced knowledge of Electrical Engineering (Master's degree or higher)
• Advanced knowledge of semiconductor and valve technology
• Good understanding of power electronics (e.g., IGBT, SiC, GaN)
• Advanced problem-solving and prioritization skills
• Advanced English skills (both written and spoken)

It is meritorious if you have

• Good understanding of FACTS devices (Flexible AC Transmission Systems)
• Experience in project and test management
• Proficiency in industry tools and systems (e.g., Matlab/Simulink, HIL, RTDS)

Our recruitment process
This recruitment process is handled by Academic Work and it is our clients wish that all questions regarding the position is directed to Academic Work.

Our selection process is continuous and the advert may close before the recruitment process is completed if we have moved forward to the next phase. The process includes two tests: one personality test and one cognitive test. The tests are tools to find the right talent for the right position, to enable equality, diversity, and a fair process.