Senior Power Unit Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Sep 24, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 24, 2026. Sandvik scores A on the Alion truth index.
Are you an experienced power unit engineer who wants to shape the technical direction of internal combustion engine systems for underground mining machines? Do you enjoy solving complex technical challenges, working closely with suppliers and turning legislation, operating conditions and product requirements into reliable technical solutions? If yes, this may be the right opportunity for you.
The Senior Power Unit Engineer position is located at Sandvik's Turku site, the main product development and manufacturing center for our Load and Haul equipment. You will work with power units and their auxiliary systems for mobile machines operating in demanding underground mining environments. The role is full-time and permanent.
About the job
As a Senior Power Unit Engineer, you will join the Powertrain Technology team within the Product Offering organization and act as a key technical authority for power unit systems within our Load and Haul products. You will have overall technical responsibility for power unit systems, including internal combustion engines and associated auxiliary components. You will define technical solutions, ensure compliance with internal standards and external requirements, and co-develop engine variants with suppliers to meet the environmental and operational demands of underground mining. You will also help shape the long-term technology strategy, contribute to technology roadmaps and mentor other engineers through technical leadership and reviews.
Your work includes the following
- Own the power unit system definition, technical architecture and overall technical responsibility for power units, auxiliary systems and related components throughout the product lifecycle.
- Develop power unit solutions together with suppliers, ensuring performance, emissions compliance, safety, efficiency and reliability in demanding underground operating conditions.
- Lead validation, testing and complex problem-solving activities, using analysis and test results to drive corrective actions and continuous product improvements.
- Collaborate across engineering disciplines, suppliers and customers, including occasional travel to customer sites and field locations to gain firsthand insight into machine operation, support technical investigations, validate solutions and identify opportunities for continuous product improvement.
- Drive the future of power unit technology by evaluating emerging technologies, contributing to technology roadmaps, and mentoring other engineers through technical reviews and guidance.
Your background
- Suitable degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Energy Technology or another relevant engineering discipline.
- Extensive experience in power unit, engine or powertrain engineering for mobile equipment, with a proven track record of developing system-level solutions.
- Strong system-level understanding of internal combustion engine applications and their integration into demanding machine environments.
- Proven ability to lead technical discussions, collaborate with suppliers and solve complex engineering challenges.
- Strong analytical and decision-making skills, with the ability to balance technical, regulatory and business requirements.
- Collaborative mindset and willingness to support and mentor other engineers.
- Fluent communication skills in both Finnish and English.
- Willingness to travel occasionally.
Beneficial but not required
- Experience with underground mining machinery, off-road mobile equipment or other demanding industrial applications.
- Knowledge of engine applications, power unit subsystems, engine control systems, CAN communication, emissions legislation, functional safety or product compliance.
- Experience in technical leadership roles, simulation-based development, or data-driven engineering methods.
Sandvik is dedicated to ensuring the health and work ability of all employees. In line with risk assessments for the mining industry, regular health examinations are provided. Employees regularly working at our customer sites must successfully complete a specific health examination before an employment contract is offered.
What we offer
In this role, you will have a unique opportunity to influence the future of power unit technology for underground mining equipment, from today's product programs to the next generation of solutions. You will work closely with leading suppliers and cross-functional engineering teams while shaping both product development decisions and long-term technology direction. The position offers the possibility of partial remote work.
Contact information
For further information about this position, please contact the recruiting manager:
Mika Hyytiäinen, R&D Manager, Powertrain Technology, tel. +358 40 3546 013 (weekdays at 8-16 EEST).
For further information regarding the recruitment process, please contact:
Sandvik’s HR Services, Finland, tel. +358 800 1 44444 (weekdays at 9-11 or 12-15 EEST).
Want to join our team?
Submit your application at home.sandvik/careers by Sunday October 18th, 2026.
Please note that we are already reviewing applications during the application period.
Your application should consist of an introductory letter including your salary request and a CV. If you wish to add a cover letter to your application, please make sure to attach the file when uploading your CV. Please note that we don’t accept applications by email.
Job ID: R0097069.
About our company
Sandvik is a global, high-tech engineering group providing solutions that enhance productivity, profitability, and sustainability for the manufacturing, mining and infrastructure industries. We are at the forefront of digitalization and focus on optimizing our customers’ processes. Our world-leading offering includes equipment, tools, services and digital solutions for machining, mining, rock excavation, and rock processing. In 2025, the group had approximately 42.000 employees, sales in more than 150 countries and revenues of about SEK 121 billion.
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