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Helsinki · Riihimäki · Lahti +3
Last seen September 25, 2026
Posted September 4, 2026 · 22 days ago
Deadline October 5, 2026

Electrical Traction Designer

Helsinki · Riihimäki · Lahti +3
Hybrid (Helsinki office)Full-time, Mid-Level
Estimated €2,720 - €3,178
At a glance

Electrical traction designer at Sweco Finland in hybrid work across multiple Finnish cities.

Original job description

As an electrical traction designer, you work on railway and tramway projects as part of a multi-disciplinary project team. You will design traction systems for mainline and urban rail networks and participate in activities from early feasibility to construction level design. Responsibilities include designing overhead catenary, power supply and earthing systems and their details in railway environments; contributing to traction route planning and structural elements; using and developing Sweco’s unique traction design software and methods; participating in team and project meetings and collaborating with engineers from other disciplines; producing high-quality plans and technical documents and driving solutions that improve performance and reliability of rail systems; contributing to continuous improvement of processes and design environments. Your team is part of the Infra and Mobility division, Electrical Engineering unit, with close collaboration across Sweco offices and international colleagues. We operate with a hybrid work model combining remote and on-site work. You can be located in Helsinki, Riihimäki, Lahti, Oulu, Turku or Tampere, and we also collaborate with colleagues from Sweco countries abroad.

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Skills & Technologies
CAD SoftwareRailway Design SoftwareProject Collaboration Tools
How this salary compares
Estimated €2,720 - €3,178Est. take-home €2,195 - €2,480

Estimated from 3,965 comparable listings

17% below this company
€2,112€2,949 median€5,000
Responsibilities
  • Design overhead catenary, power supply and earthing systems and their details in rail and tram environments
  • Contribute to traction route planning and structures such as turning angles, insulators and cable portals
  • Use and develop Sweco's traction design software and methods
  • Participate in team and project meetings and collaborate with other engineering disciplines
  • Produce high-quality designs and technical documents and promote solutions that improve performance and reliability of rail systems
  • Contribute to continuous improvement of processes and design environments
Requirements
  • Diploma-in-engineering in electrical engineering (AMK or master’s)
  • At least 1 year of experience in electrical/automation solutions for industry or infrastructure or railway/tram projects
  • Proficiency in CAD environment and ability to use design software
  • Understanding of railway electrical systems is valued
  • Willingness to work in a team and communicate with stakeholders
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Current open roles at SWECO on JobCrawls
LocationActive listings
Helsinki, Finland128
Tampere, Finland54
Oulu, Finland37
Turku, Finland35
Kuopio, Finland16
Jyväskylä, Finland14
Kokkola, Finland10
Rovaniemi, Finland10
Lahti, Finland9
Kemi, Finland9
Pori, Finland7
Lappeenranta, Finland7
Vaasa, Finland7
Seinäjoki, Finland7
Joensuu, Finland7
Kouvola, Finland5
Hämeenlinna, Finland5
Varkaus, Finland4
Tampere4
Helsinki4
Kajaani, Finland4
Riihimäki, Finland4
Pietarsaari, Finland3
Rauma, Finland3
Riihimäki2
Vantaa, Finland2
Mikkeli2
Pääkaupunkiseutu, Finland2
Porvoo2
Nivala2
Hämeenlinna2
Parainen2
Oulu2
Rauma2
Rovaniemi2
Varkaus2
Pori2
Kokkola2
Kemi2
Multiple locations in Finland2
Porvoo, Finland2
Mikkeli, Finland2
Turku2
Remote - Finland2
Pietarsaari2
Kouvola2
Lappeenranta2
Jyväskylä2
Kuopio2
Kajaani2
Lahti2
Seinäjoki2
Vantaa2
Joensuu2
Vasa, Finland1
Kajaanin, Finland1
Vaasaa, Finland1
Stockholm, Sweden1
Pohjanmaa, Finland1
Kotka, Finland1
Nivala, Finland1
Parainen, Finland1
Multiple locations1
Vaasaa1
Useita paikkakuntia1
Hovioikeudenpuistikko 17, Vaasa1
Remote - Global1
Current role mix at SWECO on JobCrawls
Role typeActive listings
Project Manager15
Electrical Designer14
Architect10
Human Resources Specialist7
Team Leader5
Intern5
Water Network Designer4
Construction Supervisor4
Finance Systems Specialist3
Electrical Engineer3
Structural Designer3
Stormwater Designer2
HVAC Project Manager2
Electrical Supervisor2
Archaeologist2
Procurement Manager2
Electrical Design Engineer2
QA/QC Inspector2
Electrical Design Intern2
Rock Structure Designer2
Engineer2
Building Automation Specialist2
Electrical Distribution Engineer2
Building Automation Expert2
Geotechnical Engineer2
Site Manager1
QA/QC Manager1
Mechanical Lead1
Building Automation Engineer1
Data Scientist1
Electrical Design Team Leader1
Design Manager1
Business Lead1
Supervisor1
Project Scheduler1
Road Design Project Manager1
Security Systems Designer1
HSE Supervisor1
Civil Engineering Intern1
Planning Manager1
Document Management Specialist1
Purchasing Engineer1
Water Supply Network Designer1
Power Line Design Engineer1
Architecture Intern1
Piping Condition Inspector1
Building Automation Project Manager1
Electrical designer1
Engineering Intern1
Cost Engineer1
Pipe Condition Inspector1
Lighting Designer1
Water and Stormwater Design Lead1
Payroll Team Leader1
Design Engineer1
Quality Assurance/Quality Control Manager1
Electrical Traction Designer1
Planner1
Construction Logistics Coordinator1
Structural Design Project Manager1
Electrical Lead Designer1
Cybersecurity Specialist1
Conservator1
Driller1
Senior Manager1
Electrical Design Engineer / Project Manager1
Water Supply Facility Designer1
Manager1
Head of Talent Acquisition & Development1
Telecommunications Architect1
Public Transport Expert1
Instrumentation and Automation Designer1
Instrumentation and Automation Engineer1
Risk Management and Safety Specialist1
Division Controller1
Mechanical Engineering Project Manager1
Legal Counsel1
Electrical Design Project Manager1
Surveyor1
Electrical Network Specialist1
Project Assistant1
Project Engineer1
HSE Manager1
Network Designer1
Team Leader, Water utilities plant design1
Project Planner1
Designer1
Electrical distribution and/or process electrification expert1
Lead or Project Manager1
Land Use and Zoning Planning1
Structural Engineer1
Water Supply and Stormwater Design Lead1
Mining Designer1
Environmental Consultant1
Mechanical Engineer1
Process Safety Specialist1
Software Engineer1
Telecommunications Security Designer1
Water Infrastructure Project Manager1
Traffic Planning Project Manager1
Current role-level mix at SWECO on JobCrawls
Role levelActive listings
Mid-Level81
Manager56
Senior31
Intern13
Director3

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