Sales Support Engineer

Wärtsilä is a world leader in marine technology and leading the industry's transformation towards a decarbonised and sustainable future. With the world’s widest portfolio and service network, we – Wärtsilians - deliver efficient, safe and sustainable integrated products and solutions to enhance the business of our customers. The opportunities presented through digitalisation and new technologies are offering a new era of shipping. Did you know that shipping is the world’s most efficient mode of transportation and that 88% of the world's trade is carried by sea?

We want to change the course towards an interconnected and cleaner maritime future and are constantly on the lookout for future-oriented talent to join our team and to work towards enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services - together. Are you ready to jump onboard?

We are always on the lookout for a talent with a growth mindset – are you the one?  
  
We are looking for a Sales Engineer with a main responsibility in to give support to services projects related to repair, modifications and upgrades on existing Wärtsilä Marine Equipment. The preferred location for this position is Drunen/Schiedam/Hattem Netherlands but also Finland, Spain, China, South-Korea, Japan, Australia, Pakistan, Singapore and India are negotiable. Depending of the location, we offer a possibility to hybrid remote work. 
  
Your role and responsibilities:  
 
As a Sales Support Engineer your work will include providing commercial, technical and legal support to all propulsion related questions from Regio Sales Teams, generate the sales support offerings of project services, including the formulation of technical and commercial documentation for Solution Proposals. Undertake sales price calculations for components, sub-assemblies, installations, repairs, upgrades, training, studies and technical solutions. Coordinate the deal transfer from the sales department to the Projects and Engineering Group together with your Sales colleagues. Determine the content and scope of solutions for a proposal quotation, based on discussions with network office and/or customers.
The tasks can also be adjusted based on your individual skills and interests. You’ll be working as a part of dynamic Project Services team with diverse expertise.
 
Requirements for the position: 

• You have a Bachelor or Master degree combined with relevant experience in the maritime industry or a technical environment
• You are able to handle multiple projects simultaneously and achieve results. In addition, you are independent and show initiative with an entrepreneurial spirit
• You have strong analytical thinking capability and excellent communication skills in English, verbal and written

 
Qualifications/to be able to succeed in the position we expect you to have: 
 

• You are an energetic and ambitious, enthusiastic and commercial talent who has an affinity with marine technology
• You are customer and supplier-oriented, are self-reliant, can work independently as well as in an international team
• Being part of a multinational team with a matrix structure, it is important to be able to operate independently and realize at the same time how and where to address and align issues that will affect other parts of the organization

  
Why you and us?   
  
You are valued – as your true self. At Wärtsilä YOU matter. We value diversity and are committed in supporting inclusive work community.   
Your growth is supported. We believe in continuous learning & teamwork. Wärtsilian community has your back when it comes to development opportunities – so you can develop beyond your potential.  
You get to make a difference. Innovation and sustainability are important for us. Every day, we - Wärtsilians - put our hearts and minds into enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality.   
  
Contact & next steps:
  
Please submit your application before the application deadline 20 April 2025 through our Careers portal. Applications through email will not be considered. After submitting your application, you will receive a confirmation email.
 
In case of any questions regarding the position, reach out to: 

Tarja van de Meulenhof - Pitkänen
General Manager Sales Project Engineering
Wärtsilä Marine
tarja.pitkanen@wartsila.com
 

Last application date: 20/04/2025 

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. 

All new Wärtsilä employees in Finland will attend occupational health checks, including drug tests/screenings where applicable. When a person is located outside of Finland, the country legislation is followed. 

Please note that according to Wärtsilä policy and under applicable local legislation and practices, 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.