Application Specialist
Create Smarter Energy Solutions as an Application Specialist
Join a team that helps energy companies create smarter, more sustainable operating conditions. In this role, you will work across application definition, application design and commissioning, turning process and automation expertise into practical solutions for customers. You will combine engineering, problem-solving and customer collaboration while supporting projects from concept to site implementation.
Your Responsibilities
You will translate process requirements into automation applications, defining, designing, and configuring control solutions using specialized engineering tools.You will collaborate with customers, process experts and project teams to ensure solutions meet operational and performance requirements.You will participate in site commissioning, testing and troubleshooting to ensure reliable system performance.You will prepare technical documentation, conduct investigations and support customer visits throughout project delivery.
Expectations for you
You have a degree in Automation Engineering, Process Engineering, Energy Technology, Electrical Engineering or a related field.You have experience with process automation, control engineering, process optimization or industrial applications.You have experience with application engineering, configuration or programming within DCS, SCADA, PLC or similar automation environmentsYou are willing to travel occasionally as part of project delivery and commissioning activities.
To succeed in this role
You combine technical curiosity with a strong understanding of industrial processes and automation. You can translate operational needs into practical control applications and work effectively with customers and multidisciplinary teams. Experience in application design, control strategies and commissioning will help you create value quickly.
We Also Expect You To Align With Valmet’s Leadership Principles—practical Behaviours That Guide How We Lead, Collaborate, And Succeed Together
Take accountability – Act with ownership, set clear expectations, and follow through Lead with courage – Champion change, try bold ideas, and learn quickly Build on trust – Listen to understand, be open, and create psychological safety Collaborate for growth – Work across boundaries, value diverse perspectives, and focus on customer value
Want to know more?
Ready to help shape smarter energy solutions? We would love to hear from you. Please submit your application by 11th October. For more information about the role, please contact the hiring manager Tuomas Lääperi (tuomas.laaperi (@) valmet.com).
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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. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and make hiring decisions based on skills, experience, and potential, never on personal characteristics.