Senior Electronics R&D Engineer

CoE GroupVaasajoblyfipublished 09/22/2026
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We are looking for an experienced R&D Senior Engineer for electronics product development roles in Vaasa!

Do you have experience in embedded systems and electronics design? Do you want to develop demanding industrial electronics solutions as part of an international and competent product development team?

In this role, you will get to work with modern power distribution automation and protection solutions and influence product development from requirements specification to testing of the finished product.

Location: Vaasa Start date: According to agreement Employment type: Permanent, full-time Working model: Hybrid work, regular presence at the Vaasa office

Job Description

As an R&D Senior Engineer, you will work as part of a competent hardware product development team that develops advanced industrial electronics for protection and automation systems.

In this role, you will actively participate in the design of electronic solutions, the development of system architecture, and technical decision-making within your own area of responsibility. You will work in close cooperation with software, quality, and testing experts in both the development of new products and the maintenance and further development of existing solutions.

The position offers the opportunity to see the entire product development process from requirements and conception to the testing of the final product.

Your tasks may include the following:

  • Industrial electronics research, design, and maintenance
  • Embedded systems electronics design
  • Participation in electronics and hardware architecture design
  • Evaluation of technical solutions and decision-making within your own area of responsibility
  • Electronics design and simulation
  • Collaboration with software, testing, and quality experts
  • Design reviews and technical problem-solving
  • Supporting product testing and troubleshooting
  • Continuous improvement of development methods and design quality
  • Maintenance and further development of existing products

What we expect from you

  • A relevant university degree (B.Sc. / M.Sc.) in, for example, electronics, electrical engineering, computer engineering, or another applicable field
  • At least approximately two years of experience in electronics or hardware design
  • Experience in embedded systems electronics, such as processor, data transmission, or analog electronics
  • Understanding of EMC and Signal Integrity
  • Experience with electronics design and simulation tools
  • Fluent oral and written English skills
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of an agile product development team
  • Finnish language skills are considered an advantage.

We hope that you are

  • An analytical and systematic problem solver
  • Proactive and responsible
  • Interested in electronics and the development of new technical solutions
  • Cooperative and communicative
  • Ready to take responsibility for technical entities
  • Motivated to develop both products and your own expertise

What we offer

  • A demanding and diverse role in electronics product development
  • The opportunity to work with modern industrial automation and protection solutions
  • The opportunity to influence technical solutions and product architecture
  • The support of an experienced and international product development team
  • Opportunities for professional development and learning new things
  • A permanent employment relationship with CoE Group
  • A flexible hybrid work model

Other information about the position

Due to the nature of the position, a basic security clearance by the Finnish Security Intelligence Service (Suojelupoliisi) may be conducted for the selected person before starting the role.

Are you interested?

Send your application by 23.10.2026 at the latest. We will process applications during the application period and invite suitable candidates for interviews as soon as possible.

For questions regarding the position, you can contact me by phone at +358 40 167 8389 or by email at juha.makela@coegroup.fi

Contact person

Listed by the employer in the job posting — for questions and your application.