Senior Project Engineer

Wärtsilä Valmarine AS, located in Drammen, employs approximately 50 dedicated professionals. We are internationally renowned for our expertise in advanced Integrated Automation and Navigation Systems, serving both commercial and naval sectors. Our stellar reputation is built on over forty years of engineering excellence.

Our product:
Our alarm and control systems are designed to control, monitor, and analyze vessel devices and processes. The system comprises both software and hardware components, enabling data collection from field equipment both on-board and remotely. This capability allows our customers to manage energy savings, such as fuel consumption, in power plants and air conditioning systems.

We are now looking for a Senior Project Engineer – Marine Automation.

The location for the position is in Drammen, Norway.

Tasks and responsibilities:

• Clarify and manage shipyard requirements, and translating these into software and hardware design
• Design, develop, test and document software functions both internally and in collaboration with the yard.
• Preparing and managing technical information and documentation
• Assist the project team in scope planning and estimating remaining work.
• Assist the Project Manager with project management tasks (i.e. status reporting) when requested/needed.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of systems
• Facilitate communication between stakeholders to ensure alignment on project goals
• Contribute to the improvement of working processes, documentation, and tools.

Skills:

• Good knowledge of Machinery, HVAC, ESD, PMS, and other systems onboard a ship
• Experience with software design and software programming (PLC and/ or C++)
• Experience with technical troubleshooting on computer and electronic equipment’s
• Experience with communication interfaces (serial and TCP/IP e.g. Modbus, IEC61850, NMEA, MQTT…)
• Strong verbal and written communications skills in both English and Norwegian

Requirements:

• BSc or MSc in Engineering (Automation, Cybernetics or similar fields)
• 5+ years of experience in maritime automation and power systems
• A good understanding of control systems, hardware and application software
• Positive attitude and strong team spirit, contributing effectively towards common project goals. 
• Ability to thrive under pressure and meet deadlines.
• You must be able to obtain security clearance according to National Security Authority regulations

What can we offer?

• An exciting role with a global leader in the maritime industry
• Opportunities for professional and personal development, with good career prospects
• Flexible Hybrid working arrangements
• Good canteen arrangements

Why you and us? 

We at Wärtsilä believe in empowerment, ownership and taking responsibility of our work. We support each other’s growth and co-creation is the true basis of our innovation. We have courage to see opportunities and take initiative. 

We are authentic and honest, and we strongly believe in that by being your own true self you can accomplish so much more. We don’t always get it right the first time, and if mistakes are made, we make sure to learn and grow from them. We want everyone to voice their opinions freely. That is why we have built an environment that empowers you and everyone around you, and where you can feel safe and cared for. Are you eager to be part of this ambition? 

We have an amazing team and we are excited about our work and the impact it has on building sustainable societies. We are looking to find a colleague with this shared passion for smart technologies and a sustainable future. 

Contact & next steps 

We hope to hear from you soon, by submitting your application through our careers portal. We aim to keep you updated on the process throughout. 

For further questions please reach out to Mr. Marius Haug, Team Lead - Automation Project Management through Marius.haug@wartsila.com  with any questions related to this position (only for questions from direct job applicants, applications through email will not be recorded or responded to). 

Welcome to join us in shaping the decarbonisation of marine and energy!

Last application date: 07/12/2024 

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. 

This is Wärtsilä 

Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. Our team of 17,800 professionals, in more than 280 locations in 79 countries, shape the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. Read more on www.wartsila.com.