General - Lapland Proving Ground

Certified high quality service at LPG

Our quality management system certification was evaluated once again by Kiwa Inspecta in December. We are pleased to announce that our QM system is officially running just as expected!

The work that our team has done for this system to benefit our daily actions in providing high quality winter testing services and endurance test services to our customers is showing results in both customer and personnel satisfaction.

We first got the certification in 2021 that our QM system for the scope of testing services and proving ground services fulfills the requirements of standard ISO9001:2015. The certification has been maintained since then. The certification was renewed in 2024 for the upcoming years and this routine monitoring audit was passed without any deviations.

Thanks to our professional testing team in providing car testing under the best winter conditions in Europe we are able to keep up the good work!

Warm Wishes for the New Year

As the holiday season approaches, we would like to wish you all a joyful holiday season and a New Year filled with success, happiness, and new opportunities!

We look forward to the coming year with many ideas, new energy and excitement.

Warmest regards,

LPG team

Open position – Automotive electrician, vehicle mechanic and engine mechanic

Position filled for now, thank you for your interest!

Do you want to combine the latest automotive technology with the best and most diverse winter activities? With decades of experience, we carry out vehicle testing for the world’s leading car manufacturers in the unique winter of Finnish Lapland and we are now looking for new professionals to join our team!

In this project we work in direct cooperation with the product development departments of German car factories and mainly carry out endurance testing on the latest automotive technology. We are currently looking for

a) automotive electrician

b) vehicle mechanic and

c) engine mechanic

The workplace is located in Muonio, less than an hour’s drive from Kittilä Airport.
The vibrant center of Muonio and its surroundings offer a variety of educational, shopping and health services. For those who enjoy the fell scenery, there is a lot to see and experience less than an hour’s drive away at the Olos, Pallas, Levi and Ylläs fells. For us, age and experience are not a burden in any position. Neither is the lack of it.

The work will start according to agreement and end in March-April 2026. We value your opportunity to work with us for several winters in a row. Please apply for the position as soon as possible, as we will interview during the application period and the positions will be filled as soon as a suitable person is found!

Automotive electrician’s job:

The automotive electrician’s job includes software updates, equipment, maintenance, repairs and other technical assignments for test vehicles. In addition, the tasks include OBD (On-Board Diagnostics) read outs, software updates, troubleshooting and fault definition in cooperation with other organizations. The job description also includes supporting testing activities and reporting in cooperation with the testing management and test drivers.

We require from you:

– A vocational qualification or specialized vocational qualification in the automotive industry. Corresponding competence acquired through experience will also be taken into account.
– Qualifications and training in working with high-voltage systems and software updates are a significant advantage
– Competence in car manufacturers’ IT systems.
– Knowledge of automotive technology or other technology. A strong hobby is an advantage.
– You are fluent in Finnish and English as working languages. In addition, competence in German is a significant advantage.
– You have good organizational skills.

We expect from you:

– Experience in automotive electrical engineering, experience with VAG vehicles is also a significant advantage.
– Hybrid and electric vehicle experience.

Engine mechanic and vehicle mechanic:

The tasks of mechanics include equipping, servicing, repairing and other technical assignments for test vehicles. In addition, the tasks include OBD (On-Board Diagnostics) read outs, troubleshooting and fault defining in cooperation with other organizations. The job description also includes supporting testing activities and reporting in cooperation with the testing management and test drivers.

We require from you:

– A vocational qualification or a specialized vocational qualification in the automotive industry. Equivalent competence acquired through experience will also be taken into account.
– You are fluent in Finnish and English as working languages. In addition, competence in German is a significant advantage.
– You have good organizational skills.

We expect from you:

– Experience and expertise in maintenance and repairs, preferably for VAG cars.
– Expertise in car manufacturers’ IT systems.
– Knowledge of automotive technology or other technology. A strong hobby is an advantage.

We offer you:

– Interesting work with the latest automotive technology.
– A unique environment in terms of both residence and workplace.
– The possibility of a longer, recurring annual employment relationship, if language and other skills are suitable for other possible positions.
– Recreational opportunities in the natural surroundings of Finnish Lapland.
– Accomodation will be arranged

Apply as soon as possible via the Recruitment contact form or send out your application with CV and salary expectations.

More information and applications jouni.rouru@wtcs.fi, +358400 3600 13.

Open position – Project Engineers

Position filled for now, thank you for your interest!

a) automotive electrical technology and assistance systems

b) mechanical automotive technology

c) battery electric vehicle (BEV) technology

d) IT systems and data collection systems (datalogger management).

Tasks include directing and supervising automotive testing, managing work with testing personnel, and analyzing and reporting test results. In the task, you will act as a contact for the manufacturers product development organization in your own area of responsibility and communicate the test results to the customers reporting system. The task description can be modified according to the applicant’s strengths.

The work will start according to agreement and end in March-April 2026. We value your opportunity to work with us for several winters in a row. Please apply for the position as soon as possible, as we will interview during the application period and the position will be filled as soon as a suitable person is found!

We require from you:

– Knowledge of automotive technology or other technology (more detailed requirements with different emphasis can be found below).
– You are fluent in Finnish and English as working languages. In addition, knowledge of German is a significant advantage.
– You have excellent IT skills.
– You have good organizational skills.
– Learning new technologies and working independently as part of a team comes naturally to you.

In addition, you have

a) Automotive Electrical Engineering:

– Education in electrical or automotive electrical engineering (Di, Eng, UAS) or equivalent competence acquired through work experience
– Experience and competence in automotive electrical engineering and assistance systems is a significant advantage

b) Vehicle Engineering:

– Technical education in automotive engineering (Di, Eng, UAS) or equivalent competence acquired through work experience
– Experience and competence in chassis, engine and transmission technology

c) Battery electric vehicle (BEV):

– Education in electrical or automotive electrical engineering (Di, Eng, UAS) or equivalent competence acquired through work experience
– Experience and competence in hybrid and battery electric vehicle technology is a significant advantage

d) IT and Data Acquisition Systems:

– Technical education (Di, (engineer, Bachelor of Science) or equivalent knowledge acquired through work experience
– Systematic and analytical working method
– Experience and knowledge of quality assurance procedures and automotive technology is a significant advantage

We offer you:

Apply as soon as possible via the Recruitment contact form or send your application with CV and salary expectations.

More information and applications jouni.rouru@wtcs.fi, +358400 3600 13.

Open position – Coordinator for PG operations and QM

Position filled for now, thank you for your interest!

Do you like to live life where each day is different to each other? We have a job for you!

Lapland Proving Ground is looking for a new coordinator who wants to be involved in developing the vehicles of the future. We offer a full time job for winter 2025-2026.

We offer winter test center services to leading international automotive manufacturers in the heart of Lapland in Muonio, Finland. We work directly with the research and development departments of car manufacturers and test the most recent automotive technology in the demanding arctic conditions.

Winters are the high season with even hectic days included, but in the summer time the work load is a lot lighter focusing on quality management according to ISO standards 9001 and 27001 and preparations for the upcoming winter season.

Your duties include the following:

– Responsible for the daily operational activities of the test area
– Acting as a contact person for customers and ensuring their needs
– Managing resources: test tracks, cold storage, accommodation according to customers’ wishes
– Ensuring that standards are up-to-date and audits are carried out
– Maintaining and updating the content of the customer portal (WIX)
– Managing access rights and cards to the test area
– And many other interesting tasks that we would be happy to tell you more about!

What we expect from you:

– Engineering degree or similar education
– You feel at home in the O365 environment
– ISMS basics
– Good pressure tolerance during the winter season
– Quick to adopt new tasks and practices
– Language skills: Finnish/English and Excel. German highly desirable.

We offer you:

– An inspiring job description and diverse development opportunities
– A professional team around you
– Comprehensive orientation to your job duties
– A strong organization and superiors to support you
– Comprehensive employee benefits

Work will start according to agreement, at the latest mid September. Fixed-term employment will last until 31.3.2026. Success in the task may create an opportunity for a permanent employment.

We can assist you with finding accommodation in the area.

Apply for the job with the recruitment form on our website or contact Sami Sattanen sami.sattanen@laplandpg.fi

Send us your application now as the position is filled as soon as we find a suitable person!

New direct flight connections established to reach LPG

Definitely the easiest way to travel to Lapland Proving Ground and reach Muonio are the direct seasonal flights to Kittilä Airport (KTT) that are available from several European cities during the winter months.
Some of the routes are also operated around the year and there are several new connections established for the winter season 2024-2025. The drive from Kittilä airport to Muonio is less than 1 hour, with airport shuttle connections also available.

You can expect direct flights from these European cities operated by the following airlines:

Hamburg                                     Eurowings
Düsseldorf                                  Eurowings
Frankfurt                                    Discover Airlines
Zürich                                         Edelweiss
Wien                                            Austrian Airlines
München                                     Lufthansa
Milano                                         EasyJet
Paris                                            EasyJet, Air France, Transavia France
Geneva                                       Swiss Airlines
Gatwik                                        EasyJet UK
Manchester                               EasyJet UK

If a direct flight isn’t available from your specific location, the most common route would be to fly via Helsinki (HEL). A domestic flight to Kittilä takes around 1.5 hours and there are several flights per day available.

In case the flight schedules to Kittilä are inconvenient, you can also check flights to Rovaniemi (RVN), another major airport in Finnish Lapland. From Rovaniemi, it’s about 3-hour drive to Muonio.

If you have any questions don’t hesitate to contact us for support on your test planning!