Design Engineer Software

Publiceringsdatum: 2026-06-04

Letar du efter ett jobb inom yrken med teknisk inriktning? Positionen som automationsingenjör, maskin hos Valmet Aktiebolag är öppen och väntar på en lämplig kandidat - kan det vara du? Valmet Aktiebolag söker efter en ny anställd på heltid under tills vidare som är redo att ta sin karriär till nästa nivå.

Karlstad är platsen där denna position är ledig. Valmet Aktiebolag har just nu ett ledigt jobb som automationsingenjör, maskin. Sista ansökningsdagen till jobbet som automationsingenjör, maskin hos Valmet Aktiebolag är onsdag den första juli 2026.

Jobbannons

Are you ready to take the next step in your engineering career? We are looking for a Software Engineer to join our Global Tissue Services automation engineering team.

At Valmet, we are shaping the future of sustainable solutions through innovation, collaboration, and a seamless lifecycle approach. Join us as we move forward with our renewed strategy to Lead the Way. This means pioneering smarter technologies, expanding our service capabilities, and delivering customer value across the entire lifecycle, from raw material to finished product. If you're ready to make a real impact in a dynamic, future-focused environment, we invite you to grow with us.

In this role, you will work with automation systems for tissue machine modernization projects in a global and collaborative environment. Your daily work will consist of diverse and technically challenging tasks, where you will have the opportunity to take initiative, contribute to customer performance improvements, and support the continuous development of our technologies and ways of working. Your work will include software engineering, testing, commissioning, training, and start-up activities, while contributing to both customer performance and the continuous development of our technologies and ways of working. As a software engineer, you will primarily work with Valmet DNA tools, while also having the opportunity to broaden your expertise with Siemens PLCs and Pilz safety controllers when needed.

The position is located in Karlstad. International travel is part of the role, offering opportunities for hands-on impact and global collaboration.

Your main responsibilities

• Design and develop automation system software (PLC/DCS) and produce the related documentation.
• Timely completing engineering activities with respect to delivery time, hourly budget and the target cost.
• Support mechanical and process engineering teams in solution selection.
• Support the sales team by providing expertise and answers to software engineering‑related questions.
• Support procurement team if needed to evaluate suppliers and brands.
• Participate in FAT and start-ups.
• Participate in commissioning, testing and starting up of equipment.

What do we expect from you?

• B.Sc or M.Sc degree in automation engineering or equivalent experience
• More than five years of experience in a similar role
• Experience with PLC/DCS systems (e.g. Valmet DNA, Siemens, Allen-Bradley)
• Industry knowledge
• Experience with Eplan/CADS is an additional advantage
• Proficiency in Swedish and English
• Self-driven and collaborative mindset
• Willingness to travel 0-80 days per year

What can you expect from us?

In return, we offer you an exciting and rewarding role in a global industry-leading company, supported by Valmet’s extensive international network. You will work in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment where innovation, sustainability, and continuous improvement are at the core of everything we do. As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects, develop your expertise, and grow professionally in an international setting with strong support throughout your career journey. Our onboarding process and dedicated team will support and guide you as you start in your new role.

Want to know more?

Did we catch your interest? If yes, please join our team and send your application via the link provided as soon as possible but no later than July 1, 2026. For further information about the position, please contact Jussi Peltomäki Manager, Automation Engineering, Tissue Machines Services Jussi.peltomaki@valmet.com. Please note that we will not accept applications by e-mail.

We perform background checks and alcohol and drug testing for all employees, in line with our commitment to a safe and secure workplace.

When everything works together

Valmet is where the best talent from a wide variety of backgrounds comes together. With over 19,000 professionals around the world, we are the leading global developer and supplier of technologies, automation and services for the pulp, paper and energy industries, and serve an even wider base of process industries with our automation systems and flow control solutions. Our commitment to moving our customers’ performance forward requires creativity, technological innovations, service know-how – and above all, teamwork.

Join the team! www.valmet.com/careers