Test Lead (Power Electronics), Tampere

About the role

Our client develops and delivers STATCOM products for global markets. The selected candidate will lead and coordinate comprehensive testing activities, including test specifications and plans, RTDS testing, medium-voltage power electronics testing (STATCOMs), as well as software and FPGA test coordination.

You are offered

• Opportunity to take ownership of end-to-end test design projects in the power electronics domain
• International and collaborative working environment with strong development opportunities
• Flexible hybrid working model

Work tasks

You will work in a technically advanced testing environment, including a medium-voltage laboratory with STATCOM devices, Real-Time Digital Simulator (RTDS) testing facilities, as well as software and FPGA validation environments.

• Develop comprehensive test plans and specifications for power electronics products and protection systems
• Coordinate testing activities across multiple teams and laboratories
• Track testing progress, manage timelines, and report status to stakeholders
• Participate directly in critical or complex test activities as needed
• Create and review detailed test specifications and procedures

We are looking for

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field
• Hands-on experience with RTDS testing
• Experience with test automation development
• Experience with Software validation, Ethernet technologies and FPGA testing methodologies
• Using JIRA
• Background in power electronics
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities, particularly in a global engineering team
• Fluency in English

It is meritorious if you have

• Previous experience with STATCOM devices
• Knowledge of Robo framework, Python, MATLAB for test automation
• Previous involvement in NPI or R&D projects

Our recruitment process

This recruitment process is handled by Academic Work and it is our client’s 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.