Master Thesis Worker

About the role

The New Nuclear business line is responsible for developing and implementing Fortum’s nuclear newbuild projects, as well as nuclear research, development, and nuclear strategy.

The Strategy and R&D team is responsible for planning and tracking the execution of Fortum's strategy for the entire Nuclear Generation Business Unit. This is done in close collaboration with the nuclear Business Lines and Corporate Strategy team. The team also oversees Nuclear Research & Development, which includes internal project portfolios, strategic projects, and research collaborations.

We are looking for a Master Thesis Worker

This role offers you the opportunity to complete your Master’s Thesis as part of a larger nuclear R&D project on innovative nuclear technologies. You will study Generation IV nuclear technologies from various perspectives, focusing on technological opportunities and barriers, development maturity, deployment timelines, and competitiveness.

Your position will be within the Strategy and R&D team of the New Nuclear business line, located in Espoo, Finland.

Your main focus areas are:

• Conducting a literature study on the history, drivers, and state-of-the-art of Generation IV nuclear technologies.
• Providing updates on select important current public and private GEN IV projects aimed at developing the technologies and deploying new reactors.
• Recognizing and assessing the main barriers and uncertainties in some of the technologies within your domain of expertise.
• Writing high-quality thesis and presentation materials to support the communication of the main findings.

More detailed thesis research questions and scope will be developed based on the interests and expertise of the selected applicant.

The position is located in Espoo, Finland. However, some travel to other Fortum office locations and to external research partners may be required.

About you

• We expect you to be close to completing your studies, with a good track record.
• You should have a background in (engineering) physics, energy, or materials science.
• Expertise in multiple areas or a clear interest in expanding your skillset is considered an advantage.
• Any past experience with power plants, especially nuclear, is beneficial.
• You will need to evaluate technologies from a wide array of viewpoints with sound judgment, in collaboration with other Fortum experts.
• Working with internal and external stakeholders should come naturally to you.
• You possess strong oral and written communication skills in English.

We offer you
At Fortum, we believe in a better future and want to be involved in shaping it. Our workplace is a safe place, both physically and mentally. You will grow with professional colleagues, being trusted and free to challenge yourself. We offer comprehensive benefits, flexible working hours, and hybrid work model to support your productivity, development and wellbeing. We are committed to build diverse teams where everyone feels included and is treated equally. 

In this role you take part in ensuring success of Fortum’s nuclear businesses and you will have exciting opportunities to develop your expertise and create a meaningful career.

GEN IV nuclear technologies are gaining significant interest, with private startups, large technology companies, and research organizations actively involved, presenting exciting opportunities.

More information about our culture and benefits can be found here.

Interested?
Submit your application latest on 1.2.2025. We start contacting suitable candidates already during the application period. If you have questions and would like to hear more about the position, please contact Senior Manager, Strategy and R&D, Eero Vesaoja eero.vesaoja@fortum.com or +358405775701. Please note that a suitable call time needs to be agreed upon in advance via email

To be selected for the position, the applicant must go through background clearance and a health examination including drug testing.  

We are Fortum
Fortum is a Nordic energy company. Our purpose is to power a world where people, businesses and nature thrive together. We are one of the cleanest energy producers in Europe and our actions are guided by our ambitious environmental targets. We generate and deliver clean energy reliably and help industries to decarbonise their processes and grow. Our core operations in the Nordics comprise of efficient, CO2-free power generation as well as reliable supply of electricity and district heat to private and business customers. For our ~5 000 employees, we commit to be a safe, and inspiring workplace. Fortum's share is listed on Nasdaq Helsinki. fortum.com