Nuclear Engineering Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Finland.

📋 Description

• Oversee, coordinate, and assist with activities pertaining to geological site characterizations.

• Oversee, coordinate, and assist with rock construction or construction site and logistics planning.

• Engage in investigations, assessments, and tasks that support geological characterizations, as well as construction and excavation planning.

• Evaluate the effects of geological site conditions on plant designs and site layouts.

• Plan arrangements for cooling water.

• Contribute significantly to the advancement of Fortum’s New Nuclear business.

• Acquire knowledge about the development of a nuclear newbuild project.

• Work in a fixed-term role as part of the Nordic Nuclear Trainee Program.

• Participate in trainee activities, modules, seminars, assignments, site visits, and networking opportunities across the Nordic nuclear sector.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in a relevant field, such as civil/rock engineering, rock construction, or geology.

• A few years of pertinent work experience.

• Experience in geological surveys, drilling, rock or tunnel excavation, construction, or planning for construction sites and logistics.

• Proficient command of English, both written and spoken.

• Proficiency in Finnish and/or Swedish is advantageous.

• General knowledge of geology and hydrogeology.

• General understanding of geological and geophysical investigations.

• Familiarity with the collection, handling, and modeling of geological information, including 3D visualization.

• Understanding of excavation techniques and rock construction.

• Experience and knowledge from large infrastructure construction projects is a plus.

• Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional environments.

• Systematic, organized, and goal-oriented approach.

• Strong motivation to complete projects and assignments within set schedules and milestones.

• Good interpersonal and communication skills.

• Effective skills in problem identification and resolution.

• Strong sense of responsibility.

• Successful completion of a background check and a health examination, including drug testing.

• Application must be submitted in English along with a CV and Cover Letter.

🏝️ Benefits

• Paid trainee program.

• Flexible working hours.

• Possibility of remote work.

• Mentorship from seasoned professionals in the nuclear industry.

• Approximately 450 hours dedicated to program activities.

• Six in-person modules, including site visits to nuclear facilities throughout the Nordics.

• Four virtual seminars addressing key topics in the nuclear sector.

• Rotation assignment lasting 2–4 weeks.

• Project assignment tackling a real-world industry challenge.

• Visit to the WANO Paris Centre.

• Networking opportunities with nuclear professionals and fellow trainees.

• Chance to become part of Fortum’s nuclear expert community and potentially pursue a career with Fortum.