Power Systems Expert (HV/MV)

We are looking for a System Expert specializing in high and medium voltage power distribution and protection for a client in the industrial manufacturing sector.

Your Role and Responsibilities: The System Expert (High Voltage and Medium Voltage Power Distribution & Protection) is responsible for system-level technical solutions related to HV and MV power distribution systems in Process Industries projects. According to the role, the System Expert in addition to project execution, supports sales operations by defining power system architectures, protection concepts, and technical boundary conditions to be sold in such a way that they can be implemented consistently from the start of the project to its completion. This role could be located in Vaasa, Pirkkala or Helsinki.

During project implementation, the System Expert operates as a system-level technical specialist for HV and MV distribution and protection, ensuring that switchgears, protection relays, control systems, and auxiliary systems form a coherent, compliant, and operable overall power distribution system according to as sold scope. Whenever necessary, the System Expert provides assistance to the organization for tools and system development needs, project organization, feeder factories, suppliers, and the customer in system-level technical issues related to power distribution, protection functionality, testing, and operation.

You will be mainly accountable for: -Act as the system-level technical expert for HV and MV power distribution and protection -Define and validate overall power system architecture, operating philosophy, and key system designs -Define and approve protection concepts and schemes, ensuring selectivity and system availability -Ensure technical integration of switchgear, protection relays, automation, and communication systems -Identify and manage system-level technical risks (e.g. short-circuit levels and protection performance) -Support sales, project execution, and engineering across the full project lifecycle -Guide and align project engineers and protection specialists under a common system philosophy -Review, approve, and execute critical system and protection-related technical decisions -Maintain and develop system-level documentation, expertise, and best practices

✅Qualifications for the Role

-Strong expertise in electrical power engineering for HV and MV power distribution systems -Expert knowledge of protection and control principles for power systems -Experience in protection relay testing, commissioning, and fault analysis -Ability to understand and apply short-circuit calculations and protection selectivity principles -Broad understanding of industrial and utility power systems and applicable standards -Knowledge of and ability to use HV/MV switchgear, protection relays, and substation automation solutions -Good cooperation and communication skills -Extensive knowledge of products and system solutions -Good ability as a public performer -Good command of English -Because most projects are in the Nordic countries, proficiency in Finnish and Swedish is highly beneficial

Answer these questions separately in a few sentences and attach them to your application! (Mandatory!)

• Do you have hands-on experience with HV or MV power distribution system design or commissioning?*
• Have you performed protection coordination studies or configured protection relays (e.g., SEL, ABB, Siemens, Schneider)?*
• Have you worked with power system studies such as load flow or short-circuit analysis?*
• Are you familiar with relevant electrical standards such as IEC or IEEE for power systems?*
• Have you been involved in substation projects or industrial-scale electrical infrastructure projects?*
• Are you interested in the possibility to be hired after 6 months?*

Please apply with your CV in English, clearly showing how you match the requirements and answer to the questions above. The client is continously reviewing candidates and we ask you to submit your application as soon as possible.

Allocation: 100 % Assignment start date: as soon as a suitable candidate is identified Assignment end date: First contract until 31.12.2026. Possibility to extend consultant contract or to be hired after 6 months. Location: Helsinki, Vaasa, Pirkkala Work model: Hybrid Language: Fluent in English, both written and spoken. Finnish and Swedish a plus.

We offer you: We offer a versatile assignment where every day is different and interesting. We also offer a very competitive salary and good employee benefits.

Are you interested in becoming a part of our dynamic team? The position will be filled as soon as a suitable person is found, so please be quick and submit your application!

Please include your salary expectation in your application. For more information, contact Kimmo Kärsämä, tel. 050 412 7500, kimmo.karsama@lokki.fi kimmo.karsama@lokki.fi

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