Automation and Communication Engineer North - Vattenfall Eldistribution

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Company Description Vattenfall Eldistribution AB is Vattenfall's electricity distribution business and one of Sweden's largest electricity distribution companies. We are responsible for critical infrastructure that distributes electricity to more than 900,000 businesses and households. As an employee with us, you contribute every day to keeping society functioning and ensuring safe electricity supply for future generations. Together we are building the electricity grid of the future and enabling the transition to a sustainable society. Read more about what it's like to work here About the Role Do you want a meaningful job where you can make a real difference for both society and the energy transition? With us, you are part of a socially important business with exciting projects, cutting-edge technology, and colleagues who value each other. We are now seeking several experienced Automation and Communication Engineers who want to be part of building the maintenance operations of the future! We are facing one of Vattenfall Eldistribution's largest initiatives ever – a historic consolidation of effort to build a stronger, more resilient, and entirely independent capability in maintenance and repairs. At a time when the world is placing increasingly higher demands on robustness and durability, we are taking decisive steps to ensure an electricity grid that can handle difficult conditions and delivers when needed most. Responsibilities and Tasks We are now seeking Automation and Communication Engineers who want to strengthen our technical department. We offer you independent and responsible work where you help ensure a reliable and modern infrastructure in our facilities throughout the country. Here you will have excellent opportunities for both technical specialization and personal development in the role. In the Technology & Control Systems Department, approximately 50 engineers work with specialized expertise in automation, communication, control equipment, and design. Here you will meet colleagues who are passionate about technology, enjoy sharing their knowledge, and take great responsibility for both quality and safety. Your Role as an Automation and Communication Engineer Participate in preventive maintenance and troubleshooting of automation and communication equipment Participate in projects involving retrofitting and new construction of automation and communication solutions and ensure implementation of new ongoing projects in the area Be part of developing design, procuring materials, construction, implementation, installation, and commissioning Handle supplier and contractor contacts Our work takes place in environments that sometimes involve high altitudes and potential risks, which means safety and risk awareness are always at the center. At the same time, our daily work is characterized by collaboration, problem-solving, and the opportunity to work close to the technology that keeps Sweden's electricity grid running. Travel is a natural part of the work, mostly during the day but overnight stays do occur. Requirements Specification Our approach is characterized by freedom with responsibility, and as a person you are therefore driven by tackling challenges, solving problems, and achieving set goals. Since you will have contact with both internal and external contacts, we are looking for someone who is service-oriented and enjoys working both independently and in close collaboration with colleagues. In addition to your personal qualities, we would like you to have: Education in telecommunications, automation, or electrical power, or alternatively equivalent practical experience that the employer deems equivalent Several years of experience working in telecommunications, automation, or electrical power Experience with technology such as fiber optics and radio-based communication, for example 4G and radio links, station bus-based networks according to IEC61850 standard, and IP-based networks You find it easy to express yourself in both Swedish and English in writing and speech. Driving license category B is a requirement. Additional qualifications we value: Experience from the electrical power industry Experience in previously leading projects or work, preferably as a project manager, or alternatively work experience as a coordinator in the industry Practical experience working with and configuring remote control and control equipment, for example RTUs and protective relays Additional Information We offer an exciting daily work life and good work-life balance at an attractive workplace with excellent opportunities for development. We work in a safe and motivating work environment with a strong and positive culture characterized by care for everyone. To help you thrive, we offer opportunities for continuous learning, good working conditions, and a wide range of employee benefits - Read more about our benefits here. Placement Locations Västerås, Avesta, Uppsala, Sollentuna, Älvkarleby, Östhammar, Umeå, Örnsköldsvik, Storuman, Luleå, Jokkmokk, or Gällivare and surrounding areas. Contact Persons For more information about the position, contact Department Manager Christian Falck, [email protected]. For questions about the recruitment process, contact recruiter Johanna Sperling, [email protected]. Trade union representatives for this position are Christian Ericsson, Ledarna, Anne-Marie Sjöbohm, Akademikerna, Jan-Olof Eriksson, Unionen, Ulf Tengman, SEKO. All contact persons can be reached through Vattenfall's switchboard at 08-739 50 00. We welcome your application by August 9, 2026 at the latest! We do not accept personal letters in applications. You apply quickly and easily by answering selection questions and attaching your CV. We only accept applications through our website. We conduct ongoing selection. However, during the vacation period, it may take a bit longer before you receive feedback on your application or answers to your questions – we appreciate your patience. Working at Vattenfall means working with socially critical infrastructure. Therefore, many of our positions are classified as security-sensitive, and you may be subject to civil contingency assignment. If this position is security-classified, a security clearance will be conducted before employment, in accordance with the Security Protection Act. Any civil contingency assignment takes place with support from the employment contract and the Civil Contingency Act. At Vattenfall, we value being active, positive, open, and safety-conscious. We are seeking employees who share our vision and can contribute to strengthening our corporate culture. We are convinced that diversity contributes to building a more profitable and attractive company and strive to be role models when it comes to diversity.Company Description Vattenfall Eldistribution AB is Vattenfall's electricity distribution business and one of Sweden's largest electricity distribution companies. We are responsible for critical infrastructure that distributes electricity to more than 900,000 businesses and households. As an employee with us, you contribute every day to keeping society functioning and ensuring safe electricity supply for future generations. Together we are building the electricity grid of the future and enabling the transition to a sustainable society. Read more about what it's like to work here About the…

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