Relay Protection and Testing Specialist

Relay Protection and Testing Specialist – Hydropower Projects (Finland)


Location: Espoo, Imatra, or Muhos, Finland

Start Date: 01 December 2025

End Date: 15 June 2026

Application Deadline: 13 October 2025

Workload: Variable (0–37.5 hours/week, potentially more during commissioning phases)

Language Requirements: Finnish and English

Travel: Required within Finland and Sweden (expenses covered)

Industry: Renewable Energy / Power Generation

Contract Type: Freelance / Project-Based

Recruiting Partner: [Your Recruitment Company Name]


The Opportunity


We are currently supporting a leading Nordic energy provider in their search for a Relay Protection and Testing Specialist to support key investment projects within their hydropower generation portfolio. You will be part of a skilled project engineering team focused on modernising and maintaining clean energy production infrastructure across Finland and Sweden.


This is a high-impact, hands-on engineering role with varied responsibilities in the field of power system protection, testing, and commissioning.


Key Responsibilities


Programming, configuration, and testing of relay protection systems for hydropower plants


Commissioning of turbines, generators, and excitation equipment


Testing and commissioning of medium and high voltage systems


Perform system measurements, conduct fault investigations, and troubleshoot as needed


Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in project execution


Contribute to the design and implementation of electrical systems in capital projects


Ideal Profile


Degree in Electrical Engineering (Engineer or M.Sc. (Tech.))


Minimum 3–5 years of relevant experience in relay protection systems


Strong knowledge of testing & commissioning practices in power generation or industrial settings


Confident working independently under time pressure


Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills


Experience with IEC 61850 relays is highly valued


Familiarity with hydropower processes is an asset


Willingness to travel within the Nordics


Fluent in Finnish and English


Why Apply?


Be part of the transition toward clean, CO?-free energy


Work in an expert-level engineering environment with a respected energy sector player


Engage in complex, meaningful projects in the renewable energy space


Travel across stunning Nordic locations and work on state-of-the-art hydropower systems


Competitive hourly rates and travel expenses covered



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Job Details
Location
Espoo, Finland , Finland
Job Type
Contract
Ref
260091
Posted
01 SEPT 2025
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