Are you ready to shape the future of pulp mill automation? We are looking for a Lead Engineer to join our EI&C Engineering team within Process Engineering Execution Team (PEx) Scandinavia. This is a unique opportunity to combine advanced process control expertise with DCS application engineering, helping some of the world's leading pulp producers improve performance, stability, quality, and sustainability. As part of our team, you will play a key role in developing, programming, and commissioning advanced control solutions for cooking processes. Working closely with customers, process experts, and project teams. You will be part of a highly skilled engineering organization delivering projects and services globally. What will you do? As a Lead Engineer, you will take technical ownership of control solutions within cooking and fiberline processes, with a strong focus on advanced automation and process optimization. Your responsibilities will include: Design, develop, and implement advanced process control solutions for pulp mill cooking processes Program and configure DCS applications and control strategies Participate in automation system design, testing, commissioning, and start-up activities Analyze process performance and identify opportunities for optimization and improved operational stability Work closely with process engineers, project managers, and customers throughout the project lifecycle Provide technical leadership and guidance within your area of expertise Support customer service assignments, upgrades, and optimization projects We expect from you BSc or MSc in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Process Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or another relevant technical field Several years of experience working with industrial automation systems and process control Experience with DCS programming and control application development Knowledge of Advanced Process Control (APC) principles and implementation Understanding of cooking, fiberline, or continuous process industries is considered an advantage Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively in international project teams Strong communication skills in English To succeed in this role You have a strong combination of automation, programming, and process engineering experience and are a curious and solution-oriented engineer. You enjoy solving complex technical challenges, collaborating with customers and multidisciplinary teams, and turning process knowledge into robust automation solutions. With a proactive mindset and strong sense of ownership, you thrive in environments where innovation, continuous improvement, and technical excellence are valued. We offer We offer a collaborative and dynamic work environment with meaningful tasks that support industrial efficiency. The global presence fosters cultural exchange, professional growth, and a shared commitment to excellence. You will also benefit from competitive compensation, bonus plan, health insurance, flexible work arrangements, continuous learning opportunities, and many other wellness and leisure benefits. Additional information For further information, please contact Robert Henriksson, Manager, EI&C Engineering at [email protected]. Please note that we do not accept applications via e-mail. Please submit your application before November 20th. We perform background checks and alcohol/drug testing for all employees, in line with our commitment to a safe and secure workplace.  When everything works together Valmet is where the best talent from a wide variety of backgrounds comes together. 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. At Valmet, diversity of thought drives innovation. We are committed to a respectful and inclusive environment, where people can be themselves and are supported to contribute at their best. http://www.valmet.com Valmet is a global technology leader in serving process industries. We work with our customers throughout the 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 18,500 professionals close to customers, we are uniquely positioned to transform industries toward a regenerative tomorrow. In 2025, Valmet’s net sales totaled approximately EUR 5.2 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.

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