
Maintenance Engineer
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Salary analysis
Compared with the selected benchmark ("All roles in Kouvola, Finland"), this listing's salary midpoint is about 90% lower. The offer sits below the benchmark range (€1,968–€4,064). Range-width comparison is limited because one of the salary bands is incomplete. This benchmark is based on 77 comparable listings.
| Market | Lower bound (25th percentile) | Median | Upper bound (75th percentile) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market Average: Maintenance Engineer | €2,350/per month | €2,875/per month | €3,880/per month |
| All roles in Kouvola, Finland | €1,968/per month | €2,375/per month | €4,064/per month |
| Pay in our data — not quoted in ad (Mid-Level) | €300/per month | €300/per month | €300/per month |
Do you want to be part of an international and growing company where we work every day for a more sustainable tomorrow? If you answered yes, UPM could be the right place for you! We are pioneers in the development of renewable products and enable companies and consumers to make responsible choices. Responsibility is also reflected in us as an employer – our goal is to provide a meaningful and significant UPM experience for our employees globally. Our values – trust and be trusted, results together and renew boldly – are the foundation of our operations. Let's renew the everyday together, towards a future independent of fossil raw materials! Read more about us as a workplace at upm.fi/ura We are now looking for a Maintenance Engineer for electrical and automation maintenance at the Kymi pulp mill in Kouvola. Greetings from your future supervisor: “We are looking for an expert for our group who boldly tackles technical and functional challenges and works with others with a straightforward, positive attitude. With us, you will get to collaborate with professionals from different fields and practically influence the development of operating methods and technical entities. Welcome!” – Janne Rantanen, Technical Manager What you do: In the position, you lead the operations of your area of responsibility and are responsible for safety, the availability of electrical and automation equipment, and the development of operations. The position includes the direction of maintenance activities as well as the preparation and implementation of necessary repair and installation work. Your area of responsibility and induction will be tailored based on your experience and expertise. Who you are: You have a suitable education in the electrical or automation field. You are interested in developing your expertise in automation systems, electrical power and distribution. You are proactive, systematic and planned in your working style and collaborate smoothly with other workgroups. Experience in electrical and automation tasks in industry as well as process expertise in a power plant environment or pulp mill is considered an advantage. We offer you: Meaningful work: The purpose of our operations inspires us ”We renew the everyday together towards a future independent of fossil raw materials!” Our work is impactful and supports change. Caring community: Our community is based on good team spirit and a common goal. We care about each other and each other's well-being. We support the reconciliation of work and free time. Development opportunities: We offer you opportunities for learning and growth throughout your career. We are an international, multi-sector organization and offer plenty of opportunities for personal growth. Responsible employer: Responsibility is at the heart of all our operations. We are committed to ambitious, science-based sustainable development goals in all areas from mitigating climate change to promoting biodiversity. We cherish diversity and inclusivity by providing a work environment where everyone can be themselves. Further information about the position: This position is located in Kouvola, Finland. The person selected for the position reports to the Maintenance Manager. Further information can be obtained from Janne Rantanen, Technical Manager, tel. +358 40 829 3809 starting 27.7.2026 and Petri Kuitikka, Maintenance Manager, tel. +358 40 703 3830 starting 3.8.2026. Applying: Send your application by 16.8.2026. Please attach your CV and cover letter to your application. Please note that we only accept applications sent through our online application system. We review applications during the application period and may invite applicants for interviews before the application period ends. Country-specific information: A security clearance is performed for persons selected for UPM jobs in accordance with the company's recruitment guidelines and the Security Clearance Act 726/2014. UPM is a smoke-free workplace.
Job Details
Responsibilities
- Lead operations within the assigned area of responsibility
- Ensure safety and availability of electrical and automation equipment
- Develop operational processes
- Direct maintenance activities
- Prepare and implement necessary repair and installation work
Requirements
- Suitable education in electrical or automation engineering
- Interest in developing expertise in automation systems, electrical power, and distribution
- Proactive, systematic, and planned working style
- Ability to collaborate smoothly with other workgroups
- Experience in electrical and automation roles in industry (advantage)
- Process knowledge of power plant environments or pulp mills (advantage)
Skills & Technologies
Benefits & Perks
Recruitment Process
- 1Application review during the application period
- 2Interviews (may occur before the deadline)

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