Are you interested in developing and applying measurement technologies for smart electrical grids and looking for a new job opportunity in the field? Do you want to build an excellent science career and work at the interface of the academy and industry? Are you enthusiastic about working with fascinating projects in state-of-the-art research facilities? VTT might be just the place for you.   

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We are looking for an ambitious and results-oriented researcher with education and/or background in electrical measurement techniques and power systems. VTT MIKES realizes the SI system of units in Finland, and Electrical Metrology team is responsible for the national reference measurement systems of electrical quantities.  

As a Research Scientist at Electrical Metrology team, you will participate in developing and applying measurement technologies related to smart electrical grids and power systems. That includes participation in top-class research in international collaboration projects, development and maintenance of national reference measurement systems, and working in close collaboration with customers in solving their challenging measurement problems and calibrating measurement devices at highest level of accuracy. You identify and solve problems independently and creatively, while working closely and flexibly with a team of experts.  

As a Research Scientist, you will:   

• Perform applied metrology research to develop measurement technologies for electrical power systems 
• Develop and maintain national reference measurement systems on electrical power metrology 
• Solve customers’ challenging measurement problems and calibrate their measurement instruments at high accuracy level 
• Work in close collaboration with electrical metrology experts at VTT MIKES and with our clients and research partners in Finland and abroad 

Who we are looking for:   

We are looking for a person who has experience in electrical and/or measurement techniques, preferably related to power systems, or who is interested in becoming an expert in this field. We expect that the person has a Master’s level degree or higher in Electrical engineering, Physics, or another field connected closely to electrical measurements, and possibly has an interest in postgraduate studies. Work experience is seen as an advantage but not mandatory. English skills are required, and Finnish skills are considered beneficial.

The following skills and knowledge are considered an asset: 

• Experience in performing experiments 
• Development of measurement systems  
• Experience in power systems 
• Electronics design and assembly skills 
• Experience in measurement automation and programming 

As a person, we hope that you are: 

As a person, you strive for excellent results but also prioritize and make pragmatic choices. You are focused and systematic. You contribute to a positive team spirit and prioritize the needs of the team high. You are hardworking but you also communicate, collaborate, and delegate effectively. You find it inspiring to work with a team of experts. You are eager to work with new topics with open-minded and curious attitude. You can bring clarity over complexity and identify the essential bottle necks.  

With VTT, you’ll enjoy:  

• Visionary work in technology. We offer positions at the cutting-edge of technology and engineering from next generation microelectronics and quantum technology to automation and robotics, energy systems and more. Our research agenda is dedicated to creating sustainable growth by solving systemic and technological challenges, so your work will go towards creating real, positive impact. Read more about our strategy – the path of exponential hope. 
• Fascinating projects, excellent research environment. Our researchers get to work on a combination of cutting-edge academic research and applied customer projects, both locally and internationally. At VTT, you’ll have state-of-the-art research facilities at your disposal.
• Great career opportunities, superb colleagues. At VTT, excellence in research is a strategic priority. We offer long-term positions and stable career paths in top-level research. People tend to stay with us over 10 years since there are always new roles and responsibilities to grow into. Collaborating in a cross-disciplinary community with superb colleagues is a source of learning, inspiration, and fun. Read more about our organisational culture as the builder of the world's most meaningful place to work. 
• Support for your well-being. Our people are our main asset, so we take good care of them. We aim to nurture great team spirit and leadership and offer versatile well-being services to enable a good work–life balance. On top of annual 6 weeks of paid holidays (after one year), we offer exercise and culture benefits, hobby clubs, and other versatile services aiming to support your occupational wellbeing. 

Apply now and join our community of brilliant minds! 

Please send your CV and application with your salary request via our recruitment system as soon as possible, but at the latest by 1 March 2026. We will process applications as they come in and fill the position as soon as we find the right candidate. A security clearance procedure will be conducted during the recruitment process. 

Interested and want to hear more? 

For further information, please contact Research Team Leader Antti Manninen, antti.manninen@vtt.fi, +358 40 514 8658.  

We look forward to hearing from you!