Chief Engineer, Mechanical
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 12, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 30, 2026.
Our world depends on rocks, minerals, metals and other raw materials - the building blocks of modern society. As an industry leader, Metso helps transform these essential materials to enable sustainable modern life.
Our solutions and services support everything from renewable energy and electrification to the infrastructure and digital economy shaping our future. Together, we help our customers meet growing demand while driving the industry toward a more sustainable use of the earth’s natural resources.
Join nearly 18,000 Metsonites worldwide, each bringing unique expertise and experience to positive change. At Metso, you’re supported by a growth culture built on safety, wellbeing, inclusion and collaboration.
This is your opportunity to make an impact and rise above the possible.
Job posting end date: 10/15/2026
We are looking for a Chief Engineer, Mechanical to join our Minerals Plant Engineering team in the Minerals business area. In this role, you will take technical ownership of mechanical equipment solutions and support the successful delivery of customer projects across Metso’s concentrator and hydrometallurgical technology areas.
You will report to the Director, Plant & Mechanical Engineering, and the role location is Espoo, Finland, with a hybrid working model available. Occasional travel to customer sites is required.
Team you will belong to
You will join the Minerals Plant Engineering team in Espoo. The team is responsible for developing and delivering mechanical engineering solutions that support plant delivery projects and customer requirements.
The team works closely with project teams, sales, supply, and delivery organizations to ensure that equipment specifications, drawings, and engineering solutions meet project and technology requirements.
What you'll do
- Take overall technical responsibility for equipment specifications, drawings, design, and analysis.
- Collaborate with project teams to define and clarify equipment requirements.
- Maintain and develop non-proprietary equipment specifications and drawing databases.
- Lead and contribute to mechanical engineering activities in delivery projects.
- Act as a mechanical engineering expert within Metso’s concentrator and hydrometallurgical technology areas.
- Support sales, supply, and project delivery activities with technical expertise.
- Coordinate mechanical design solutions in line with project requirements.
- Maintain product structures in the Product Data Management (PDM) system.
What you'll bring
- Degree in engineering or another relevant technical field.
- Ability to take technical ownership of mechanical engineering solutions and equipment deliveries.
- Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to work.
- Manage subcontracted engineering work.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with different stakeholders.
- Good cooperation skills and the ability to build productive working relationships.
- Good communication skills in English.
- Willingness to travel occasionally to customer sites.
What's in it for you
At Metso, you will combine meaningful work with opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact in a supportive and inclusive environment. You'll be part of a global team where collaboration, wellbeing, and continuous learning are part of everyday work.
We support your growth and wellbeing by offering:
- Purpose-led work: Contribute to enabling sustainable modern life and transforming the industry.
- Wellbeing: Access to wellbeing programs, occupational healthcare, and supportive services.
- Rewards: Competitive compensation and performance-based incentives.
- Flexibility: Hybrid working options to support balance and productivity.
- Growth: Learning pathways, mentoring, internal mobility, and global collaboration opportunities.
- Culture: A caring, collaborative, and inclusive workplace committed to helping you thrive.
Get in touch
Want to rise above the possible with us? Click "Apply now" to submit your application.
For more information, please contact Petteri Piispa, Director, Plant & Mechanical Engineering. Phone: +358445612225.
You can reach Petteri during the following times:
- October 6, 3:00 PM-4:00 PM EEST
- October 9, 9:00 AM-10:00 AM EEST
- October 14, 3:00 PM-4:00 PM EEST
Please submit your application by 15 October. We are screening applications throughout the application period, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
We recognize that highly capable candidates may hesitate to apply unless they meet every listed requirement. If this role excites you, we encourage you to apply even if your experience does not align perfectly with every qualification. You may be exactly the right candidate for the role.
Metso is committed to pay equity and transparent reward practices globally. Compensation information is shared in line with local legislation and applicable recruitment practices.
How to join - Working at Metso - About Metso - Diversity and Inclusion - Meet our people
Metso is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, nationality, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability.
Metso is a frontrunner in sustainable technologies, end-to-end solutions and services for the aggregates, minerals processing and metals refining industries globally. We improve our customers’ energy and water efficiency, increase their productivity, and reduce environmental risks with our product and service expertise. We are the partner for positive change.
Metso is headquartered in Espoo, Finland. At the end of 2025 Metso had close to 18,000 employees in around 50 countries, and sales in 2025 were about EUR 5.3 billion. Metso is listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki.