Lead Hardware Test Engineer

Job Description Summary

Are you a professional eager to contribute to a greener future? Join our dynamic and skilled engineering team. Our systems are utilized globally, and we strive to build green technology by maximizing the efficiency of connecting renewable energy to transmission grids. Through our projects, you will have the opportunity to make the world a better place by helping our global customers save vital energy and secure stable electricity transmission.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate hardware testing activities within the assigned scope of work.

• Own the task list within the assigned scope and ensure it is kept up to date throughout project execution.

• Develop, review, and execute hardware test plans and procedures.

• Review and validate hardware test results to ensure compliance with project and customer requirements.

• Utilize test equipment and software to verify hardware functionality and performance.

• Troubleshoot hardware defects and drive corrective actions in collaboration with cross-functional design and manufacturing teams.

• Document test results, deviations, and non-conformities in a clear and structured manner.

• Provide technical recommendations and drive continuous improvement of testing methods, processes, and hardware quality.

• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities related to testing and validation of new products.

• Participate in tendering activities by reviewing customer requirements and ensuring alignment with hardware capabilities.

• Act as the technical focal point for customers on testing-related matters.

• Lead Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and support technical discussions and issue resolution with customers.

• Provide remote technical support for pre-commissioning activities, ensure all required documentation and test checklists are complete and accurate, and support on-site execution when needed.

• Ensure tasks are completed according to schedule and proactively communicate any issues or risks that may impact timely execution.

• Ensure all activities are executed in accordance with schedule, procedures, acceptance criteria, and quality requirements.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Experience in hardware testing, pre-commissioning, commissioning, or related engineering roles.
• Experience in developing, reviewing, and executing test plans and procedures.
• Ability to review and validate test results and technical documentation.
• Ability to lead testing activities and coordinate with internal teams and customers.
• Fluent written and spoken English. Finnish or other additional language skills are considered plus.
• Ability to travel occasionally.

• Experience in Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and customer-facing technical discussions.
• Experience troubleshooting hardware defects and coordinating corrective actions with cross-functional teams.
• Experience participating in tendering activities and reviewing customer technical requirements.
• Experience working with circuit diagrams, layout drawings, and cable/parts lists.

• Self-driven and willing to take ownership of technical topics and deliverables.
• Curious and motivated to learn new tools, technologies, and ways of working.
• Comfortable working independently as well as in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Analytical and structured, with the ability to communicate technical decisions clearly.
• Pragmatic and solution-oriented, with a focus on delivering practical and effective results.
• Enjoys working in an international and multicultural environment.

• Work in an Engineering Center of Excellence for FACTS technologies (STATCOM & SVC).
• Opportunities for technical growth, specialization, and career development.
• Collaboration with international project teams and other global Centers of Excellence.
• Flexible working hours and the benefits of a large global company.
• A role based in Tampere, one of Finland's most attractive cities.