Workshop Machinist Fort-Lauderdale, USA

We are now looking for a Workshop Machinist to join our team working for a better future.

Wärtsilä is a world leader in marine technology and leading the industry's transformation towards a decarbonized 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 digitalization and new technologies are offering a new era of shipping. 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.

Business Unit Parts and Field Service is a global organization with harmonized ways of working and tools to deliver the best possible services for our customers. In our global team we value, respect, and embrace different opinions and diversity. Safety, environment, and wellbeing are our foundation, and we never compromise them.
 

Responsabilities:

• Manage on-site machining projects from start to finish, ensuring timely and high-quality execution.
• Perform workshop tasks such as overhauls, reconditioning, modifications, cleaning, and machining of reciprocating engine components.
• Collaborate with the workshop team to meet goals and customer deadlines, including occasional overtime.
• Maintain and track tool inventory, ensuring proper calibration and readiness of machining and measuring equipment.
• Conduct preventive maintenance on plant equipment and complete training for heavy lifting tools (forklift, gantry cranes, turning equipment).
• Prepare and maintain accurate project documentation, including progress reports, inspection records, timesheets, and expense reports.
• Assist in preparing detailed project completion reports according to Wärtsilä standards.
• Adapt to ad-hoc duties as required, ensuring flexibility and customer satisfaction.
• Ensure all on-site activities comply with Wärtsilä’s Health and Safety standards (ISO 45001:2018) and that all work meets ISO 9001:2015 quality standards.

To be successful in this role, we expect you to have:

• A safety-first mindset and commitment to quality.
• High school diploma or technical certification in machining or mechanical engineering.
• 2–3 years of experience in on-site machining or similar roles, including line-boring, laser/optical alignment, tool calibration, and preferably in-situ crankshaft machining and portable grinding services (metal stitching is a plus).
• Proven ability to manage machining projects and lead teams effectively.
• Proficiency in machining tools, software, and mechanical measuring equipment, with the ability to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints.
• Excellent attention to detail, strong organizational and time management skills.
• A proactive attitude and ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent English communication skills (verbal and written); Spanish is a plus.
   

As an ideal candidate, we expect you to have:

• High integrity.
• Passion for customer service and technical excellence.
• Strong focus on quality and safety.
• Critical thinking
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) in languages needed to support the team.
• Strong organizational skills and a team player mindset.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds.

Physical & Mental/Reasoning Demands:

These are the physical and mental requirements of the position as it is typically performed:

• Vision: Close; Distance; Depth.
• Color Perception (Red, Green, Amber).
• Hearing/Listening.
• Clear Speech.
• Touching: Dexterity; Hand; Finger.
• Ability to Mount and Dismount Forklift/Truck.
• Pushing/Pulling/Stoop/Kneel/Crouch or Crawl.
• Lifting: 45 Pounds; 5 Times per shift.
• Carrying: 25 Pounds; 5 Times per shift.
• Driving (local/over the road).
• Bend/Squat/Sit and Stand for a prolonged period of time.
• Climbing / Balance.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job:

• Works Alone / Works with Others.
• Verbal Contact with Others; Face-to-Face Contact.
• Inside / Outside.
• Extreme Heat / Extreme Cold.
• Noise.
• Mechanical Equipment.
• Electrical Equipment.
• Pressurized Equipment.
• Moving Objects.
• High Places.
• Fumes/Odors.
• Hazardous Materials.
• Dirt/Dust.

Travel Requirements

In this role, some domestic travel may be required. While most activities are workshop-based, occasional visits to customer sites or training sessions may occur. Estimated travel: 20%

Last application date: 25/01/2026

Candidates for regular U.S and Puerto Rico positions must be a U.S. citizen, national, or an alien admitted as permanent resident, refugee, asylee with valid work permit or temporary resident under 8 U.S.C. 1160(a) or 1255a(1). Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H1B, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

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.