Service Engineer - Field Service

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?

Key Responsibilities

• Perform field service activities according to assigned work plans on modern marine diesel, dual-fuel, gas engines, and power generation DG sets, including troubleshooting, inspections, and scheduled maintenance.
• Carry out major and minor overhauls, repairs, and component replacements on medium-speed 4-stroke engines, including piston and liner work, cylinder head servicing, fuel injection equipment maintenance, and turbocharger overhauls.
• Diagnose faults, conduct operational checks, perform performance tuning, and make necessary adjustments to optimize engine reliability and performance.
• Interact professionally with customers during service execution, maintaining a strong customer-focused and service-oriented approach.
• Provide regular progress updates on assigned work to the Field Service Superintendent, Service Engineers, customers, and other internal stakeholders.
• Prepare and submit accurate Service Work Reports, including findings, measurements, test results, parts used, corrective actions, and recommendations.
• Provide technical guidance to the customers on the proper operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of engines and associated systems.
• Respond effectively to customer inquiries, concerns, and complaints by providing clear explanations, technical support, and practical solutions.
• Ensure all work is performed in compliance with Wärtsilä QEHS requirements, site safety procedures, and industry best practices.
• Monitor, follow up, and report the status of work orders and service activities to relevant stakeholders.
• Continuously identify improvement opportunities and implement best practices to enhance safety, quality, reliability, and operational efficiency.

Preferred Competencies

• Candidates with experience and expertise in the following areas will be preferred:
• Napier and ABB Turbochargers.
• Fuel Oil and Lube Oil Separators.
• Power Plant Auxiliary Systems.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent technical qualification.
• Minimum 4 years of relevant work experience in the maintenance, overhaul, and troubleshooting of medium-speed diesel, dual-fuel, and gas engines. 

Job Location:  Chennai

Last application date: 10 August 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.