CoE Group is a growing Finnish engineering and consulting company. We represent Finnish technology expertise and value the well-being and development of our work community. Our company was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in Vaasa, Finland. We have employees in various locations across Finland, including Vaasa, Seinäjoki, Tampere, Helsinki, Pori, Lahti, Kotka, Kouvola, and Joensuu, as well as in Östersund, Sweden.

Electrical Engineer – Protection and Control System Expert

We are looking for a versatile specialist with expertise in protection and control systems, substation automation, and cloud-based electrical monitoring solutions. The ideal candidate has a strong background in electrical engineering, hands-on experience with SCADA systems, virtualization, Linux environments, and Kubernetes, along with a deep understanding of system integration, networking, and cybersecurity.

Responsibilities

• Configure, deploy, and maintain substation protection and control systems.
• Work with cloud-based electrical monitoring platforms to ensure real-time data collection and analysis.
• Implement and maintain virtualized environments for protection and control applications.
• Manage Linux-based systems and ensure secure system operations.
• Optimize and troubleshoot SCADA, automation, and substation communication protocols (e.g., IEC 61850).
• Support Kubernetes-based deployments and ensure secure system integration.
• Assist in system upgrades, security patches, and firmware updates.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to improve system performance, cybersecurity, and predictive maintenance capabilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering or a related field.
• Strong expertise in substation automation, protection relays, and SCADA systems.
• Proficiency in Linux (CLI, scripting, security, networking, and troubleshooting).
• Experience with virtualized environments (KVM, VMware, or cloud-based deployments).
• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols (Modbus, GOOSE, ICCP).
• Hands-on experience with Kubernetes (containerization, Helm, security, and cloud platforms).
• Familiarity with IEC 61850, network security, and firewalls.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

What we value and offer at CoE Group

People first. At CoE Group, our employees and their personal and professional needs are our top priority. We consider different life situations and are ready to be flexible with work location and working hours when necessary. We also offer extensive remote work opportunities. In addition to expertise, our employees’ motivation and well-being play a crucial role in our company’s success.

Career development. CoE Group is a fast-growing expert organization, and the same applies to your career. Your development starts from day one—you don’t have to wait for years to progress. If you have the right drive and attitude, you can advance quickly. We support and motivate you at every stage of your career and help you achieve your professional goals.

Diverse opportunities. Our extensive client and partner network provides a chance to work on various projects in leading companies within their industries. Together with our customers, you will participate in expert teams that carry out top-tier projects in Finland and worldwide.

Interested? Please submit your application by March 31, 2025.

For more information about the position, please contact Juha Mäkelä by phone at +358 40 167 8389 or by email at juha.makela@coegroup.fi.