Lead Engineer, Process Engineering, Boilers and Gasifiers at Valmet Inc

Vantaa, Uusimaa, Finland -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Boiler Technology, Process Engineering, Fluidized Bed Combustion, Gasification, Technical Proposal Documentation, Hazard Analysis, Risk Analysis, Customer Engagement, Communication Skills, Adaptability, Calculation Work, Project Management, Thermal Engineering, Energy Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Auxiliary Systems

Industry

Machinery Manufacturing

Description

Are you passionate about boiler technology and committed to advancing our customers’ performance? Valmet, a global leader in fluidized bed combustion and gasification technologies and services, offers solutions tailored to meet the needs of various power and process industry sectors. Our Boilers and Gasifier solutions Technology Unit is seeking a Lead Engineer for process engineering to our team preferably in Tampere or Raisio. However, if you have gained the level of experience and competence that this technical role requires, we are open to consider also other Valmet locations. In this role you will become part of the global customer application team where your line manager is based in Sweden and the team leader for day-to-day activities in Finland. This role is a temporary position until end of January 2027. Who is the professional we are looking for? In this role, you will serve as a technical expert for fluidized bed boiler and gasification and/or balance of plant as well as auxiliary systems and process engineering. In the sales phase, you will collaborate with the team to define technical concepts, assess the capacities of the main equipment, design process systems, and prepare comprehensive technical proposal documentation. During project delivery, you will continue the process engineering activities by closely coordinating with customers, sub-suppliers, and other disciplines. Your main tasks and focus areas are: Performing calculations Preparing technical specifications for equipment inquiries Conducting design work Leading hazard and risk analyses Providing theoretical training to the customer’s operators Providing support to the commissioning team during site activities Managing communication and documentation To succeed in this role We value team players with a positive can-do attitude who enjoy engaging with customers, understanding their needs, and providing clear and concise technical recommendations. You should be capable of both detailed calculation work and understanding the broader project context, able to plan and prioritize tasks independently while knowing when to seek support. Adaptability and the ability to deliver results within tight project schedules are essential skills. In addition, the qualified candidate should fulfil the following requirements: Master’s degree in thermal, energy and environmental, chemical, or process engineering. Expertise in combustion, boiler processes and auxiliary systems and equipment. Previous experience in a similar industry in engineering role is highly valued Excellent communication skills in English, Finnish language skills are a strong plus Willingness and ability to travel occasionally We offer Valmet offers an inspiring and challenging position, providing an excellent opportunity to contribute to our success. Our team-oriented and international work environment fosters innovation, making it ideal for development-minded individuals who thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic setting. We value our employees and offer a variety of local benefits, up-to-date work tools, and a range of learning opportunities. Additional information Did we catch your interest? If you need more information, please contact Ann Hellström, Manager Customer Applications, phone +46 703 700 951 or ann.hellstrom@valmet.com. Join our team and send your application with your CV via the link provided as soon as possible but no later than 7th December 2025. We will start processing the applications as they come in. Valmet Finland is a non-smoking workplace. When everything works together Valmet is where the best talent from a wide variety of backgrounds comes together. With over 19,000 professionals around the world, we are the leading global developer and supplier of technologies, automation and services for the pulp, paper and energy industries, and serve an even wider base of process industries with our automation systems and flow control solutions. Our commitment to moving our customers’ performance forward requires creativity, technological innovations, service know-how – and above all, teamwork. www.valmet.com/careers http://www.valmet.com Valmet is a global technology leader serving process industries. We work together with our customers throughout the entire lifecycle, delivering cutting-edge technologies and services as well as mission-critical automation and flow control solutions. Backed by more than 225 years of industrial experience and a global team of over 19,000 professionals close to customers, we are uniquely positioned to transform industries toward a regenerative tomorrow. In 2024, Valmet’s net sales totaled approximately EUR 5.4 billion. Our head office is in Espoo, Finland, and we have experts in approximately 40 countries around the world. Valmet’s shares are listed on Nasdaq Helsinki. To protect our candidates' privacy, Valmet will never ask any personal information such as banking information or social security number during the recruitment process.

Responsibilities

The Lead Engineer will serve as a technical expert for fluidized bed boiler and gasification processes, collaborating with the team to define technical concepts and prepare proposal documentation. During project delivery, the engineer will coordinate closely with customers and sub-suppliers while managing communication and documentation.