Anton Nilsson
About Anton Nilsson
Anton Nilsson is a Process Operator currently working at Northvolt in Skellefteå, Sweden, where he is part of the commissioning team for the Upstream process. He has extensive experience in process operations and has held various roles in companies such as GE Renewable Energy, Wibax Group, and SunPine.
Current Role at Northvolt
Anton Nilsson has been working as a Process Operator at Northvolt since 2021. His role is based in Skellefteå, Västerbottens län, Sverige. He is a member of the commissioning team at Upstream, where he leads projects focused on flushing systems prior to startup. His responsibilities include conducting walkdowns of systems, inspecting equipment, and coordinating with other departments. He also writes manuals and guides for new team members, ensuring they have the necessary resources to succeed.
Previous Experience at GE Renewable Energy
Prior to his current position, Anton Nilsson worked at GE Renewable Energy as an EHS & Resource Administrator from 2019 to 2020 for one year in Piteå, Norrbottens län, Sverige. In this role, he conducted system walkdowns, comparing PID and 3D models with actual conditions, and inspected various equipment and instruments. This experience contributed to his understanding of environmental health and safety protocols within the renewable energy sector.
Background in Process Operations
Anton Nilsson has extensive experience in process operations, having worked at several companies prior to Northvolt. He served as a Process Operator at Wibax Group from 2017 to 2018 and at SunPine for seven months in 2019, both in Piteå. Additionally, he worked as a Wind Turbine Technician at Skellefteå Kraft AB in 2016. His diverse background in process operations has equipped him with valuable skills and knowledge applicable to his current role.
Education and Training
Anton Nilsson studied at Lernia Yrkeshögskola, where he focused on Wind Power. He completed his studies and achieved the qualification of International Wind Turbine Technician from 2014 to 2016. This educational background laid the foundation for his career in the renewable energy sector and has informed his work in various technical roles.
Technical Skills and Responsibilities
In his current role and previous positions, Anton Nilsson has developed a strong set of technical skills. He possesses knowledge in precursor and calcination processes and assists ABB with I/O checks in the field. He maintains close contact with engineers to address issues and suggest improvements. His role also includes holding toolbox talks, which facilitate communication and safety among team members.