Project Engineer
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Salary analysis
Compared with the selected benchmark ("Company in Espoo, Finland"), this listing's salary midpoint is about 96% lower. The offer sits below the benchmark range (€3,500–€8,900). The listed pay band (€226–€282) is tighter than the benchmark, which suggests lower salary variability. This benchmark is based on 12 comparable listings.
| Market | Lower bound (25th percentile) | Median | Upper bound (75th percentile) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market Average: Project Engineer | €2,463/per month | €3,900/per month | €6,262/per month |
| Company in Espoo, Finland | €3,500/per month | €7,000/per month | €8,900/per month |
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We are looking for a Project Engineer or Project Manager to join our investment project team supporting the development of a planned battery materials recycling facility in Harjavalta, Finland. About the role This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the design, procurement, and implementation of an internationally significant hydrometallurgical processing facility. The role is connected to an investment project for a planned battery materials recycling facility in Harjavalta, Finland. The primary location is Harjavalta, although working from our Espoo office is also possible. The position requires willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required by the project. This is a fixed-term position ending on 31 May 2027. About you To succeed in this role, you should have: A Master's or Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Hydrometallurgy, or another relevant technical field. Experience in process design and development within hydrometallurgical operations or the chemical process industry. The ability to evaluate process solutions and participate in the technical specification and procurement of process equipment. Strong collaboration and communication skills and the ability to work effectively in an international project environment. Fluency in Finnish and English. We especially value experience in: Working with international equipment and technology suppliers within the chemical, metals, or process industries. International procurement, supplier selection, tendering, and contract negotiations. Procurement of process equipment for chemical processing plants or similar industrial facilities. Coordinating Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and related supplier activities. Working in process industry production environments or industrial investment projects. Serving as a Project Engineer or Project Manager in industrial capital investment projects. Participating in EPC and EPCM projects or large-scale engineering projects. We offer you At Fortum, we believe in a better future and want to be involved in shaping it. Our workplace is a safe place, both physically and mentally. You will grow with professional colleagues, being trusted and free to challenge yourself. We offer comprehensive benefits, flexible working hours, and hybrid work model to support your productivity, development and wellbeing. We are committed to build diverse teams where everyone feels included and is treated equally. More information about our culture and benefits can be found here. Interested? Submit your application latest on 13th of September. We start contacting suitable candidates already during the application period. If you have questions and would like to hear more about the position, please contact Ville Yrjänä via email Ville.Yrjana@fortum.com. To be selected for the position, the applicant must go through background clearance and a health examination including drug testing. We are Fortum Fortum is a Nordic energy company. We generate and deliver reliable energy to our customers and the Nordic energy system while at the same time helping industries decarbonise their processes and grow. Our core operations comprise efficient and best-in-class low-carbon power generation, customer services, and heating and cooling. Fortum’s power generation is already 99% from renewable or nuclear sources with one of the lowest specific CO2-emissions in Europe. We are guided by our ambitious SBTi-validated emission reduction targets on our way towards net-zero by 2040. For our ~4,500 employees, we commit to be a safe and inspiring workplace. Fortum's share is listed on Nasdaq Helsinki. fortum.com
Job Details
Responsibilities
- Contribute to the design, procurement, and implementation of a hydrometallurgical processing facility as part of an investment project.
- Collaborate with international suppliers and internal teams.
- Support FAT coordination and supplier activities.
- Travel domestically and internationally as required by the project.
Requirements
- A Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Hydrometallurgy, or another relevant technical field.
- Experience in process design and development within hydrometallurgical operations or the chemical process industry.
- Ability to evaluate process solutions and participate in the technical specification and procurement of process equipment.
- Strong collaboration and communication skills and the ability to work effectively in an international project environment.
- Fluency in Finnish and English.
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| Location | Active listings |
|---|---|
| Espoo, Finland | 126 |
| Loviisa, Finland | 35 |
| Sth Solna, Sweden | 28 |
| Remote - Global | 19 |
| Oslo, Norway | 14 |
| Solna, Sweden | 10 |
| Muhos, Finland | 9 |
| Kristiansand, Norway | 8 |
| Gothenburg, Sweden | 5 |
| Stockholm, Sweden | 5 |
| Gbg Sten Sturegatan, Sweden | 4 |
| Wrocław, Poland | 3 |
| Imatra, Finland | 3 |
| Wroclaw, Poland | 3 |
| Espoo, FI | 3 |
| Sth Solna, SE | 3 |
| Oulu, Finland | 2 |
| Capital Area, Finland | 2 |
| Gbg Sten Sturegatan, SE | 1 |
| Wrocław, PL | 1 |
| Finland | 1 |
| Karlstad, Sweden | 1 |
| Sweden (Solna) | 1 |
| Sten Sturegatan, Sweden | 1 |
| Norway | 1 |
| Gdańsk, PL | 1 |
| Poland (Wroclaw) | 1 |
| Vaasa, Finland | 1 |
| Borlänge, Sweden | 1 |
| Helsinki, Finland | 1 |
| Harjavalta, Finland | 1 |
| Gdańsk, Poland | 1 |
| Sweden | 1 |
| Göteborg, Sweden | 1 |
| Östersund, Sweden | 1 |
| Role type | Active listings |
|---|---|
| Human Resources Specialist | 10 |
| Manager | 9 |
| Project Manager | 7 |
| Software Engineer | 5 |
| Business Analyst | 4 |
| Data Scientist | 4 |
| Firefighter | 3 |
| Senior Manager | 3 |
| Data Specialist | 3 |
| Technical Lead | 3 |
| Design Engineer | 3 |
| Assistant | 3 |
| Service Manager | 3 |
| Healthcare Professional | 2 |
| Finance Analyst | 2 |
| Engineer | 2 |
| Specialist | 2 |
| Procurement Operations Manager | 2 |
| Procurement Specialist | 2 |
| Electrician | 2 |
| Technology | 2 |
| Expert | 2 |
| Maintenance Worker | 2 |
| Quality Control Engineer | 2 |
| Tax Lead | 2 |
| Pricing Quantitative Developer | 2 |
| Solution Architect | 2 |
| Development Manager | 2 |
| Service Designer | 2 |
| Aluekunnossapitotyöntekijä | 1 |
| Organizational Coach | 1 |
| Security and Operations Specialist | 1 |
| Maintenance Technician | 1 |
| User Experience Specialist | 1 |
| Archivist | 1 |
| Strategy and Business Development | 1 |
| Communication Specialist | 1 |
| Process Manager | 1 |
| Cyber Security Specialist | 1 |
| Lead Integrations and Partnerships | 1 |
| Data Steward | 1 |
| IT Procurement Partner | 1 |
| Intern | 1 |
| HR Coordinator | 1 |
| Electrical Works Supervisor | 1 |
| Full Stack Developer | 1 |
| Quality Assurance Engineer | 1 |
| Tax Specialist | 1 |
| Financial Risk Manager | 1 |
| Business Development Manager | 1 |
| Tracking Implementation Specialist | 1 |
| Worksite Specialist | 1 |
| Supervisor | 1 |
| Legal Assistant | 1 |
| Business Controller | 1 |
| Project Engineer | 1 |
| Technical Service Specialist | 1 |
| Specialist, New Nuclear Engineering | 1 |
| Analyst | 1 |
| Data Architect | 1 |
| Communications Specialist | 1 |
| Researcher | 1 |
| Customer Advisor | 1 |
| Legal Trainee | 1 |
| Marketing Specialist | 1 |
| Digital Specialist | 1 |
| Generalist | 1 |
| Digital Sales Lead | 1 |
| Business People Partner | 1 |
| Land Use Manager | 1 |
| Risk Manager | 1 |
| Maintenance Coordinator | 1 |
| Customer Experience Manager | 1 |
| Expert, Instrumentation & Control | 1 |
| Data Engineer | 1 |
| Continuous Improvement Lead | 1 |
| System specialist | 1 |
| Sales Representative | 1 |
| Product Manager | 1 |
| Spot Trader | 1 |
| Talent Acquisition Partner | 1 |
| Head of Engineering | 1 |
| Category Manager | 1 |
| Quantitative Analyst | 1 |
| Finance Professional | 1 |
| Electrical Installer | 1 |
| Radiation Safety Specialist | 1 |
| Senior Cyber Security Applications Manager | 1 |
| Scrum Master | 1 |
| Senior Business Manager | 1 |
| Customer Service Professional | 1 |
| Land Use and Environmental Coordinator | 1 |
| Product Owner | 1 |
| Team Leader | 1 |
| Process Analysis Expert | 1 |
| Group Manager | 1 |
| Senior Engineer | 1 |
| Maintenance Engineer | 1 |
| Technical Architect | 1 |
| Thesis Worker | 1 |
| Role level | Active listings |
|---|---|
| Mid-Level | 33 |
| Manager | 31 |
| Senior | 17 |
| Junior | 5 |
| Intern | 2 |
| Expert | 1 |
| No People Management | 1 |
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