Design Engineer

Are you ready to be part of a dynamic team dedicated to ensuring the safe and efficient operation of nuclear power plants? We are looking for a Design Engineer to join our Nuclear Safety team within the Engineering & Projects (E&P) business area in Espoo, Finland. This is a fixed-term position starting in November-December 2026 and continuing until December 2027. As a Design Engineer, you'll play a crucial role in shaping the future of nuclear energy. In this role you will collaborate with a diverse group of experts to support Fortum’s internal preparatory work for possible nuclear newbuild, external nuclear customers, and co-owned units. The Nuclear Safety team has a wide range of different competencies which are utilized in supporting safe and efficient operations of our nuclear units, external nuclear customers, and the development of new nuclear and nuclear R&D activities in Fortum. You will work closely together with our other nuclear experts and with our external partners in creating winning solutions for the needs of our customers both in Finland and abroad. Your assignments may include e.g.: Functional safety analyses for Loviisa NPP or external customers Emergency operation procedure (EOP) development Safety and seismic classification studies and reports Nuclear newbuild projects: evaluation of plant concepts, dialogue with regulators and writing licensing documentation Owner’s engineering – supporting utilities in new build projects Evaluate and develop severe accident management concepts for Loviisa and new nuclear projects What we are looking for To be successful in this role, you bring: A university degree in Engineering (e.g. energy engineering), Energy Technology or Physics, and a couple of years of relevant working experience A good command of English, both written and spoken; Finnish and/or Swedish are considered an advantage Familiarity with nuclear safety principles or other regulated environments, combined with a questioning attitude and strong safety mindset Knowledge of power plant technology, operation and maintenance, or construction is considered an advantage A systematic and goal-oriented way of working, with strong problem-solving skills and a high level of responsibility We offer you In addition to the learning opportunities offered through NNTP, you will have a chance to start working as part of the nuclear expert community. We offer both flexible working hours and the possibility of remote work. The aim of the program is for you to become part of Fortum’s nuclear team and continue your career with the new skills and knowledge gained through the program. More information about our culture and benefits can be found here. Espoo office is a smoke-free workplace.