Talent Sourcing Specialist

Wärtsilä is an innovative technology company known for being a forerunner in the Marine and Energy markets. Every day, we – Wärtsilians - put our hearts and minds into turning Wärtsilä's purpose of enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality. Our ultimate aim is to provide increased value to both our customers and society. New, game-changing ideas and continuous improvement have been part of our DNA since 1834. Together, we can create new business opportunities and more sustainable future that we can all be proud of.

We want to transition the world towards a decarbonised and sustainable future. By pushing the boundaries of engineering and technology, we can make it work. We are always on the lookout for future-oriented talent – want to join the ride?

Talent Sourcing Specialist, AMER — Temporary

Are you passionate about connecting great talent with meaningful career opportunities? Do you enjoy building strong candidate relationships, understanding talent markets, and creating a positive experience from the very first interaction?

We are looking for a Talent Sourcing Specialist to support recruitment activities across the AMER region. This is a temporary position (7 Months), and the location can be either Colombia, Argentina, or Mexico. We work in a hybrid model, 6 days at the office per month.

In this role, you will be part of a global Talent Acquisition community, helping us attract and engage professionals who want to grow their careers and contribute to Wärtsilä’s purpose of enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services.

At Wärtsilä, our Employee Value Proposition is Fuel your power — our commitment to offering opportunities for professional growth and meaningful impact. Through this role, you will help bring that promise to life for candidates across the region.

Main responsibilities in this role:

Own candidate sourcing and attraction activities for assigned roles across the AMER region, using effective and cost-conscious sourcing strategies.
Support the Talent Acquisition Partner with market insights (talent availability, salary expectations, competitor activity) to help position our roles competitively.
Build and maintain talent pipelines, especially for technical and engineering profiles in energy, industrial, and oil & gas-related sectors.
Use direct sourcing tools (LinkedIn Recruiter and similar platforms) to identify, approach, and engage qualified candidates.
Create and post job advertisements and promote opportunities across relevant channels.
Pre-screen candidates to assess basic fit (experience, motivation, language, availability) and build shortlists.
Coordinate interviews and ensure smooth scheduling between candidates and hiring teams.
Keep candidates informed throughout the process, ensuring clear and timely communication.
Support interviews when needed (initial calls, coordination, basic evaluation input).
Support onboarding steps from offer acceptance until the candidate’s first day.
Work with recruitment agencies when required and support coordination of candidate submissions.
Contribute to continuous improvement of sourcing strategies and recruitment processes.

To be successful in this role:

Experience in recruitment, sourcing, talent acquisition, or a similar role.
Experience supporting hiring across multiple countries in the AMER region.
Experience sourcing technical, engineering, industrial, or field service roles.
Experience in energy, oil & gas, manufacturing, or similar industries is preferred.
Hands-on experience using LinkedIn Recruiter or similar sourcing tools.
Ability to manage multiple open roles and hiring processes at the same time.
Strong organization and coordination skills (interviews, follow-ups, tracking candidates).
Strong communication skills and confidence interacting with candidates and hiring managers.
Ability to actively listen to candidates, understand their career goals, and address their concerns in a clear and practical way.
Comfortable working with different stakeholders and teams remotely.
Flexibility to support different time zones across the region.
Fluent in English and Spanish; Portuguese is a plus.

Why Wärtsilä

At Wärtsilä, you will be part of a global team working at the intersection of energy and technology, helping shape more sustainable solutions for the future.

We offer a collaborative and international environment where you can learn, grow, and gain exposure to different markets across the AMER region. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work closely with diverse teams, develop your sourcing and recruitment skills, and build strong connections across countries and industries.

Whether you are looking to strengthen your experience in talent acquisition or expand your exposure to technical and energy-related roles, Wärtsilä offers a solid environment to grow your career while making a real impact.

Last application date: 08/06/2026

At Wärtsilä we value, respect and embrace all our differences, and are committed to diversity, inclusion and equal employment opportunities; everyone can be their true self and succeed based on their job-relevant merits and abilities.

Please note that according to Wärtsilä policy, voluntary consent for a security check may be required from candidates being considered for this position, depending on the applicable country.

This is Wärtsilä

Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. Our team of 18,300 professionals, in more than 230 locations in 77 countries, shape the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. Read more on www.wartsila.com.

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