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Senior Environmental Specialist

Fortum • Sweden • Added on Nov 2, 2026
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This senior specialist will shape the environmental case for new nuclear development in Sweden. The work centers on permitting and impact assessment, bringing environmental evidence into project decisions and checking that studies and technical documentation stand up to scrutiny.

The role connects Fortum’s low-carbon energy plans with the ecological and regulatory conditions of delivering major projects. Attention to cooling-water effects, aquatic environments, biodiversity and nature values can help identify impacts early and inform dialogue with Swedish authorities and other stakeholders. The initial focus is Swedish nuclear development, with potential to support wider projects over time.

This suits an experienced environmental professional who knows Swedish permitting and impact assessment, can assess complex studies carefully, and is comfortable advising project teams and consultants across technical and public-sector settings.

Job FAQs

What are the main missions and responsibilities of this role?

The specialist contributes environmental expertise to permitting and environmental impact assessment for new nuclear development in Sweden, with possible assignments across other Engineering and Projects work over time. This includes reviewing studies and project documents, advising teams on environmental findings, and coordinating input from consultants. Key topics include cooling-water impacts, aquatic environments, nature values and biodiversity. The role also supports dialogue with Swedish authorities and other stakeholders so environmental requirements are addressed during project development.

Key learning opportunities for this job

The role could deepen expertise in Swedish environmental legislation and permitting for major energy infrastructure, particularly nuclear development. The candidate may gain practical insight into how environmental studies inform project decisions and regulatory dialogue. Working with colleagues in Sweden and Finland, consultants and project teams may also provide broader exposure to Nordic energy projects and cross-border collaboration. The posting does not specify formal training or certification pathways.

How does the ideal candidate look like (experience, skills)?

The posting seeks a senior specialist with several years of experience in environmental permitting and impact assessment, plus a relevant higher degree in natural sciences, environmental science, environmental engineering or a related field. Knowledge of cooling-water impacts, aquatic environments, nature values or biodiversity is relevant. Experience with Swedish authorities and environmental legislation is important. The candidate should be able to review complex studies, guide consultants and communicate clearly in Swedish and English. Land-use planning, Nordic energy knowledge and Finnish language skills are advantages.

Advice to stand out and make a successful application

Use the English CV and cover letter to show specific experience with Swedish permitting and environmental impact assessment for major projects. Give concrete examples of studies you assessed, environmental topics covered, and how your input shaped project decisions or authority discussions. Make your expertise in aquatic impacts, cooling water, biodiversity or nature values easy to identify. Explain how you coordinate consultants and communicate technical findings to project teams and authorities, and note any relevant experience with nuclear or Nordic energy projects.

What aspects of the company's sustainability is this role likely to focus on?

The role is likely to focus on how new nuclear and other low-carbon energy projects address environmental impacts before and during development. Its clearest themes are aquatic environments, cooling-water effects, biodiversity and nature values, considered through permitting and impact assessment. This work supports Fortum’s stated low-carbon energy direction by bringing environmental requirements into project decisions. The description does not identify specific targets for the role, so its contribution is most directly through assessment, permitting and stakeholder dialogue.

What are the main challenges someone in this role might face?

A likely challenge is balancing complex environmental evidence with project development needs and regulatory requirements. Studies may involve uncertainty around aquatic effects, cooling water or nature values, requiring careful review and clear explanations. The specialist will also need to coordinate consultants and project teams while engaging Swedish authorities and other stakeholders. The role’s location in Solna, with a team primarily based in Espoo, adds regular cross-border collaboration and travel.

How could a typical day look like for someone in this position?

A typical day could combine reviewing environmental studies and permitting documents with discussions involving project teams, consultants or Swedish authorities. The specialist may assess findings on aquatic environments, cooling water, biodiversity or nature values and advise colleagues on their implications. The balance will likely shift with project milestones, regulatory dialogue and study delivery. Collaboration with the Espoo-based team and travel within Sweden or between Sweden and Finland are also part of the role.

What are the opportunities for professional growth and development in this role?

The initial focus is Swedish nuclear development, while the posting indicates the work may broaden to other strategic projects and external customer support. This could build experience across different project stages and environmental permitting contexts within Fortum’s Nuclear Business. Further growth may come from advising decision-makers, coordinating environmental work and developing expertise in Nordic energy projects. The posting does not describe a formal promotion or training pathway.

The main stakeholders you might be interacting with

The specialist is likely to work closely with Fortum’s Engineering and Projects teams, including colleagues in the Radiation Safety and Environment team, project teams and managers. Consultants and other contributors may provide studies and technical input that the specialist reviews or coordinates. External contacts include Swedish authorities and stakeholders involved in permitting and environmental assessment. Regular collaboration with colleagues in Espoo, Finland, and possible work with external customers are also indicated.

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