Are you interested in developing and applying measurement technologies for smart electrical grids and looking for a new job opportunity in the field? Would you like to develop innovative technology with superb colleagues who are top experts in their 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.  

VTT is one of the leading applied research organisations in Europe. What unites us are curiosity, a passion for learning, and a purpose: to solve the biggest challenges of our time and turn them into sustainable growth and well-being. Our cross-disciplinary community of over 2000 brilliant minds focuses on creating impact through science-based innovation. In recent years, we have created ground-breaking innovations such as the world's most accurate megavolt high voltage divider and next-generation optical ion clock for contributing to world time. Get to know us further by exploring VTT's research infra at https://www.vttresearch.com/en/technology-infrastructures. 

We are looking for an ambitious and results-oriented researcher with a 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 Senior Research Scientist at Electrical Metrology Team, you will have a key role in developing and applying measurement technologies related to power systems and high voltage up to 300 kV. That includes top-class research in international collaboration projects, solving challenging customer problems in commercial projects, and developing and maintaining national reference measurement systems. You identify and solve problems independently and creatively, while working closely and flexibly with a team of experts. 

As a Senior Research Scientist, you will:  

• perform applied metrology research to develop measurement technologies for power system and high voltage 

• create new EU-funded research projects together with other team members 

• use your expertise to solve challenging customer problems 

• be responsible for specific national reference measurement systems 

• 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 with experience in electrical measurement techniques, preferably related to power systems. We expect that the person has a PhD degree in electrical engineering, physics, or another field connected closely to electrical measurements, or, alternatively, a master’s level degree and several years of relevant experience. 

Experience in performing experiments, development of measurement systems and uncertainty analysis are highly valued. Hands-on experience in high voltage work is needed. Electronics design and assembly skills are also appreciated. Practical programming skills are certainly necessary to support efficient design work and analysis of results. An Electrical Safety Card would be an advantage but is not a requirement. 

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 a 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 locally and internationally. At VTT, you'll have state-of-the-art research facilities, such as VTT MIKES, the Finnish research infrastructure for metrology.   

• 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 for over ten 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. 

• Support for your well-being. Our people are our main asset, so we take good care of them. We aim to nurture excellent team spirit and leadership and offer versatile well-being services to enable a good work-life balance. On top of 6 weeks of paid holidays, we offer exercise and culture benefits, hobby clubs, and voluntary well-being services such as meditation and cognitive ergonomics training. 

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 11 of April 2023. We will process applications as they come in and fill the position as soon as we find the right candidate. 

Interested and want to know 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!