HW Test Engineer

We are looking for a HW Test Engineer to join our Industrial Instruments R&D team at Vaisala headquarters in Vantaa, Finland. Join us to ensure our products meet the highest quality and technical standards.

Vaisala is a global leader in measurement instruments and intelligence helping industries, nations, people, and the planet to thrive. From predicting hurricanes to optimizing renewable energy production, our technology is used where it matters the most – from data centers, windfarms and laboratories to airports, the Arctic and even the surface of Mars. Vaisala is recognized in TIME Magazine's World's Best Companies in Sustainable Growth 2025 study. Our team of over 2,400 experts and 59 nationalities around the world is committed to taking every measure for the planet. Driven by our shared purpose, curiosity, and pioneering spirit, we stay ahead and make a difference. At Vaisala, you don't have to fit in to belong. 

 
Why join us? 

• If you're looking to work in a top-notch facility with 40 modern laboratories, this is your chance to access the best resources and excel in your role. 

• Seeking career growth? At Vaisala, you'll find multiple advancement opportunities to ensure your professional development and success. 

• If you thrive on curiosity and new ideas, join our team where you can contribute to groundbreaking developments and enhance your skills. 

What's your role? 

You will be part of our Industrial Instruments R&D team of 200 professionals. Together with the team, you will have an excellent opportunity and a pivotal role in ensuring our products meet the highest quality standards and technical requirements, particularly in applications involving hazardous locations. 

In this role you will be working in close co-operation with other HW Test Engineers, Mechanical and Electronics Engineers, Project and Product Managers. You will report to the R&D Manager. 

Your main responsibilities would be to: 

• Test Planning and Execution: Develop and execute test plans, focusing on environmental and integration testing of industrial instrument products under development. 

• ATEX / Explosion-Proof Equipment: Test equipment to ensure compliance with ATEX / explosion-proof standards for hazardous locations. This includes ensuring equipment can prevent ignition of surrounding hazardous atmospheres. 

• Third-Party Test Management: Coordinate and manage third-party testing activities to ensure compliance with industry standards. 

• Project Involvement: Engage in projects from conception onwards, providing feedback and influencing technical solutions and materials. 

What will you bring? 

• M.Sc. or B.Sc. degree in engineering. 

• Previous experience working in product development, with a preference for experience in explosion-proof equipment for hazardous locations. 

• Experience in creating test setups for both manual and automated testing. 

• Strong test documentation skills. 

• Knowledge of measuring technology and electronics is an advantage. 

• Interest or experience in explosion-proof equipment design and testing. 

• Proficiency in English; Finnish is an advantage. 

For additional information, please contact R&D Manager, Tuomas Nieminen at +358 44 491 6630. Time-slots to reach the hiring manager are Friday, May 23rd between 14.00 - 15.00 hrs, and Wednesday, May 28th between 12.00 - 13.00 hrs (Eastern European Time). Please note that applications sent via email cannot be processed due to privacy reasons.  

Ready to take every measure for the planet? Apply at the latest on June 4th, 2025, via the application form.