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Est. Monthly
Estimated €2,700 - €3,200
Posted June 1, 2026 · 61 days agoLast seen July 30, 2026Deadline November 28, 2026
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Lead Control Systems Engineer - FACTS, Tampere

Tampere, Finland
Onsite · Electric Power Generation Engineer
Full-time · Mid-Level
English
Masters
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Salary Context: Lead Control Systems Engineer - FACTS, Tampere

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Salary analysis

Compared with the selected benchmark ("All roles in Tampere, Finland"), this listing's salary midpoint is about 32% lower. The offer still falls within the benchmark range (€700–€8,000). The listed pay band (€2,700–€3,200) is tighter than the benchmark, which suggests lower salary variability. This benchmark is based on 1255 comparable listings.

Monthly salary comparison for Lead Control Systems Engineer - FACTS, Tampere
MarketLower bound (25th percentile)MedianUpper bound (75th percentile)
All roles in Tampere, Finland€700/per month€2,950/per month€8,000/per month
Pay in our data — not quoted in ad (Mid-Level)€2,700/per month€2,950/per month€3,200/per month
About the role

About the role As a Lead Control Engineer, you will design and implement control features for large-scale grid integration projects. You will bridge the gap between theoretical design and real-world application through laboratory testing and onsite commissioning. You are offered Our client offers the opportunity to become a subject matter expert in grid integration while working on high-impact projects and collaborating within a diverse, global team. Work tasks This role involves end-to-end responsibility for control system implementation, from initial design and simulation to onsite commissioning and R&D. - Design control systems for high-power reactive power compensators. - Produce high-quality study documents and technical specifications. - Plan and execute control and protection testing in laboratory environments. - Manage system energizing and onsite commissioning of compensators. - Participate in technical negotiations with end customers and stakeholders. - Support technical tendering and equipment sourcing evaluations. - Conduct R&D activities to advance FACTS control system design. We are looking for - Advanced knowledge in Electrical Power Engineering. - Understanding of control theory for grid-connected devices. - Knowledge of compensation systems and power electronics. - Experience using simulation tools such as PSCAD, MATLAB/Simulink, or RTDS. - Fluent written and oral English communication skills. - Have completed advanced academic studies in Power System Engineering or equivalent. It is meritorious if you have - Experience with PSSE simulation software. - Knowledge of STATCOM and SVC technologies. - Previous experience in technical negotiations with stakeholders. - Willingness to travel for onsite commissioning. Our recruitment process This recruitment process is handled by Academic Work and it is our clients wish that all questions regarding the position is directed to Academic Work.

Job Details

Responsibilities

  • Design control systems for high-power reactive power compensators.
  • Produce high-quality study documents and technical specifications.
  • Plan and execute control and protection testing in laboratory environments.
  • Manage system energizing and onsite commissioning of compensators.
  • Participate in technical negotiations with end customers and stakeholders.
  • Support technical tendering and equipment sourcing evaluations.
  • Conduct R&D activities to advance FACTS control system design.

Requirements

  • Advanced knowledge in Electrical Power Engineering
  • Understanding of control theory for grid-connected devices
  • Knowledge of compensation systems and power electronics
  • Experience using simulation tools such as PSCAD, MATLAB/Simulink, or RTDS
  • Fluent written and oral English communication skills
  • Have completed advanced academic studies in Power System Engineering or equivalent

Skills & Technologies

Power System EngineeringControl theoryPower electronicsPSCADMATLAB/SimulinkRTDS

Education Level

Masters

Recruitment Process

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    This recruitment process is handled by Academic Work and it is our clients wish that all questions regarding the position is directed to Academic Work.
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Financial overview
€7.2M
Revenue
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Profit
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