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Position: Utility Engineer Employer: Easpring Finland New Materials Oy Location of work: Kotka, Finland (on-site) About the Role We are looking for a Utility Engineer to support the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of utility systems at our battery materials plant in Kotka, Finland. You will manage daily system performance, develop maintenance plans, and work with maintenance teams and service providers to ensure a stable utility supply for production. Key Responsibilities * Oversee the daily operation and maintenance of plant utility systems, including cooling and chilled water, compressed air, HVAC, water treatment, and electrical power distribution. * Monitor cooling water system performance and manage water quality in line with applicable requirements, including sampling, treatment programmes, and coordination with water treatment service providers. * Develop and implement preventive maintenance plans, organise periodic inspections and servicing, and ensure scheduled maintenance is completed and recorded. * Investigate utility system faults, coordinate troubleshooting and repairs, and follow up on corrective actions to prevent recurring problems. * Coordinate with production, control room operators, maintenance teams, and external contractors to plan work and minimise interruptions to production. * Maintain equipment information, maintenance records, and critical spare parts requirements, and identify opportunities to improve system reliability and energy efficiency. Requirements * Practical experience in operating and maintaining utility systems in a factory or similar industrial environment. * Good working knowledge of cooling water systems, including system operation, water quality requirements, monitoring, and treatment methods. * Familiarity with compressed air systems, HVAC, and industrial electrical power distribution. * Ability to plan and coordinate preventive maintenance, periodic servicing, and equipment repairs. * A relevant technical qualification in mechanical, electrical, energy, automation engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience. * A practical approach to problem-solving, a strong focus on safety, and good teamwork and coordination skills. * English communication skills suitable for daily work and technical discussions. Additional Experience We Value Experience with maintenance management systems (CMMS), utility system commissioning, or industrial water treatment would be an advantage. We welcome candidates from different industrial backgrounds. You do not need to be a specialist in every utility system, but you should have a solid foundation in industrial utility operations and a willingness to develop your knowledge further. Application process We will review applications on an ongoing basis and will fill the position as soon as a suitable candidate is found. There is no fixed application deadline, so we encourage you to apply at your earliest convenience. Join us on our exciting journey ahead. We welcome talented individuals who want to be part of our team.

Position: Equipment Engineer Employer: Easpring Finland New Materials Oy Location of work: Kotka, Finland (on-site) About the position We are looking for a Equipment Engineer to support the operation and maintenance of cathode material production equipment at our Kotka plant. You will work closely with maintenance technicians, production teams, and process engineers to improve equipment availability and reduce breakdowns. Key Responsibilities * Develop preventive maintenance plans and coordinate daily maintenance and repairs with onsite technicians. * Review equipment manuals and technical drawings, prepare repair plans, and support troubleshooting. * Investigate equipment failures and implement improvements to reduce unplanned downtime. * Work with production and process engineering teams on equipment setup, adjustments, and improvements. * Coordinate suppliers and service providers, maintain equipment records, and support customer audits. What We Are Looking For * At least five years of relevant experience in industrial equipment engineering or maintenance. * Practical knowledge of production equipment, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance. * Ability to read technical drawings and coordinate maintenance activities. * A relevant technical qualification or equivalent practical experience. * Good teamwork, safety awareness, and English communication skills. Experience in battery materials, powder processing, or chemical manufacturing is an advantage, as is knowledge of automation and electrical systems. Experience with our specific equipment is welcome but not essential. Application process We will review applications on an ongoing basis and will fill the position as soon as a suitable candidate is found. There is no fixed application deadline, so we encourage you to apply at your earliest convenience. Join us on our exciting journey ahead. We welcome talented individuals who want to be part of our team.

Position: Production Operator – Skilled / Experienced – CAM Plant Location: Kotka Employer: Easpring Finland New Materials Oy Position Overview We are looking for experienced Production Operators to join our CAM plant production organization. The position is primarily a field operator role, not a control room operator role. The work focuses on hands-on process and equipment operation, field observations, troubleshooting, sampling, process equipment inspections, and maintaining safe, high-quality, and stable production. Production equipment is mainly operated through local operating panels, and the work is performed in the production area as part of the shift team. As the plant operates 24/7/365, the position requires working in a rotating shift schedule, including nights, weekends, and public holidays. Key Responsibilities * Operate production equipment and process stages in the field using local operating panels. * Perform field rounds and monitor and inspect process and equipment conditions. * Perform sampling, material handling, cleaning, and other practical production activities. * Identify process and equipment deviations and take appropriate first actions. * Participate in production start-ups, shutdowns, product changeovers, and troubleshooting. * Follow safety, quality, and operating procedures, including LOTO and permit-to-work practices. * Cooperate with Shift Supervisors, Production Process Engineers, Maintenance, and other support functions. * Participate in continuous improvement of safety, quality, process stability, and working methods. What We Expect from You * Practical experience in the chemical industry or another relevant process industry. * Experience in field operations and operating industrial process and production equipment. * Experience in operating equipment through local operating panels is considered an advantage. * Ability to identify process and equipment deviations and participate in troubleshooting. * Good understanding of process safety and safe working practices. * Safety- and quality-oriented, responsible, and hands-on approach to work. * Willingness to work shifts and perform hands-on work in the production area. * Good communication and teamwork skills in an international industrial environment. * A valid right to work in Finland is required. * Previous experience in a Finnish industrial environment is considered an advantage. Experience Level Skilled Production Operator – 2–5 Years of Relevant Experience You have 2–5 years of practical experience in production and process equipment operation, preferably in the chemical industry or another relevant process industry. After site-specific training, you are able to independently operate the equipment within your assigned process area. You understand the basic operation of the process and equipment, recognize typical process and equipment deviations, and can take appropriate first actions safely. Experienced Production Operator – More Than 5 Years of Relevant Experience You have more than 5 years of practical experience in production and process equipment operation, preferably in the chemical industry or another relevant process industry. You have strong hands-on experience in field operations and process equipment. You can independently identify abnormal process and equipment conditions, participate actively in troubleshooting, and support less experienced operators in practical field operations. Preferred Industrial Background We particularly value hands-on operating experience from the chemical industry and other process industries involving powder or solid material handling and similar types of process equipment. Relevant experience may include: * Chemical and petrochemical industry * Battery materials * Minerals and materials processing * Metals and metal compounds processing * Relevant process operations in the pulp and paper industry Experience with material feeding and dosing, mixing, thermal processing, milling, screening, pneumatic or mechanical material conveying, and packaging processes is particularly relevant. Previous experience in a highly automated process environment combined with hands-on field operations is considered an advantage. Application The application period closes on 31 October 2026. Please note that we will review applications and conduct interviews already during the application period. We may also make hiring decisions before the application deadline when suitable candidates are identified. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.