Automation and Communication Engineer South - Vattenfall Eldistribution

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Company Description Vattenfall Eldistribution AB is Vattenfall's electricity grid operation and one of Sweden's largest grid 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 making society function and to secure electricity supply for future generations. Together we build the electricity grid of the future and enable 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 mission-critical operation 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 biggest initiatives ever – a historic mobilization to build stronger, more resilient and entirely own capabilities in maintenance and repair. At a time when the world is placing increasingly higher demands on robustness and durability, we are taking decisive steps to secure an electricity grid that can handle difficult conditions and deliver when needed most. Responsibilities and Tasks We are now seeking Automation and Communication Engineers who want to strengthen our technology department. We offer you free and responsible work where you help ensure reliable and modern infrastructure in our facilities across the country. Here you will have good opportunities for both technical deepening 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 Automation and Communication Engineer Participate in preventive maintenance and troubleshooting of automation and communication equipment Participate in projects for refurbishment and new construction of automation and communication solutions and ensure the implementation of new, ongoing projects within the area Be involved in design, procurement of materials, construction, implementation, installation and commissioning Manage supplier and contractor contacts Our work takes place in environments that sometimes involve significant heights 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 trips also occur. Job Requirements Our approach is characterized by freedom with responsibility and as a person you are therefore driven by taking on challenges, solving problems and reaching 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 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 the IEC61850 standard and IP-based networks You express yourself easily in both Swedish and English, both in writing and speech. Driving license category B is required. Additional merits we value: Experience from the electrical power industry Experience of previously leading projects or work, preferably as a project manager, or alternatively work experience as a coordinator within the industry Practical experience in working with and configuring remote control and control equipment, for example RTUs and protective relays Additional Information We offer an exciting working day and a good work-life balance at an attractive workplace with good opportunities for development. We work in a safe and motivating work environment with a strong and positive culture characterized by care for everyone. To ensure you thrive, we offer opportunities for continuous learning, good working conditions and a wide range of employee benefits - Read more about our benefits here. Work Locations Trollhättan, Åmål, Borås, Gothenburg, Skövde, Motala, Linköping, Kimstad, Sköldinge, Nyköping, Södertälje 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 via Vattenfall's switchboard 08-739 50 00. Welcome to submit your application by August 9, 2026! We do not accept cover 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. During the holiday period, however, it may take a little longer before you receive feedback on your application or answers to your questions – we thank you for your patience. Working at Vattenfall means working with mission-critical infrastructure. Therefore, many of our positions are classified for security purposes and you may be subject to civil defense placement. If this position is security classified, a security vetting will be conducted before employment, in accordance with the security protection law. Any civil defense placement will be made with support in the employment contract and the law on civil defense obligations. At Vattenfall, we value being active, positive, open and security conscious. We are looking for employees who share our vision and can help strengthen 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. Vattenfall actively works to ensure that all employees have the same opportunities and rights regardless of age, ethnic or cultural background, gender identity, religion/belief, sexual orientation or functional variation. Read more about how we work with diversity and inclusion here.Company Description Vattenfall Eldistribution AB is Vattenfall's electricity grid operation and one of Sweden's largest grid 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 making society function and to secure electricity supply for future generations. Together we build the electricity grid of the future and enable 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…

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