Are you passionate about power electronics and problem-solving? Fascinated by PLC software development and automation design? 

We are looking for an Automation Engineer, Application Software to join our Power Electronics product line at The Switch and be part of our mission to electrify the world with game-changing green technologies. The preferred location for this position is Vaasa, Finland, where most of the team is based, but Lappeenranta or Helsinki is also possible. To discover more about us as a company and your future colleagues, please visit https://theswitch.com/careers/

Key focus areas

• PLC software development and automation design for our 690 V AC power conversion and DC distribution systems
• Participating in our product development and delivery projects, as well as supporting related test activities
• Providing technical customer support remotely, as well as commissioning and customer support on-site
• The full scope of tasks can be tailored according to the applicant’s previous experience

An ideal candidate has 

• BSc or MSc in electrical or automation engineering
• Experience in similar tasks; however, we also welcome applications from enthusiastic new graduates
• Knowledge of PLC programming and automation and/or frequency converters
• Good teamwork and communication skills
• Proficiency in written and spoken English
• Possibility to travel for commissioning and on-site related work

Bonus points for

• Experience with on-site technical problem-solving
• Experience with marine applications, cybersecurity and/or low-voltage megawatt-class converter products

Benefits of working with us

• Opportunity to invest bonuses into a personnel fund 
• Yearly wellbeing benefits 
• Flexible and hybrid working options 
• Being part of a Japan-based multinational corporation 
• Seriously relaxed work environment 

The recruitment process 

• We will keep in touch with you throughout the recruitment process 
• Selected candidates will have 2–3 interviews with HR and the hiring manager 
• The process is expected to be finalized by March 22, 2026, with a start date to be agreed upon 

The starting salary for this role ranges from approximately €3,500 to €4,500. The final salary will be determined based on the selected candidate’s skills and experience.

The Switch is an agile product supplier that provides custom electric machines and power electronics to system integrators (SIs) and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). We want to grow together with our marine, renewables and industry customers who find our innovative technologies and optimized products key to their success. Our products currently deliver tens of gigawatts of electricity throughout the world. For more information, visit: https://theswitch.com/    

Ready to switch on?  

Please apply by March 1, 2026. For more information, contact Mats Lindstedt, Application & Software Manager, at +358 40 8080 305 during normal business hours.