Workshop 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. 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 organisation with harmonised 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.

We are looking for a motivated Workshop Engineer to join our team in Genoa, Italy.

In this role, you will be responsible for carrying out mechanical assembly, disassembly, maintenance, and repair activities both in the workshop and onboard customer vessels. You will play a key role in ensuring high-quality service delivery, operational excellence, and adherence to safety standards while supporting the maintenance of mechanical systems and rotating equipment.

Your role and responsibilities  

As a Workshop Engineer, you will focus on these responsibilities:

• Perform assembly and disassembly of mechanical components and systems onboard vessels and in workshop environments, ensuring maintenance and repair activities meet technical standards and quality requirements.
• Operate workshop machinery, equipment, and tools safely and effectively.
• Read, interpret, and work from technical drawings, manuals, and specifications.
• Carry out both workshop and field service assignments as required.
• Record measurements, technical data, and service findings accurately, and issue detailed work reports.
• Utilize and maintain workshop tools and equipment in accordance with best mechanical practices.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations, company policies, work procedures, and safety instructions.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders to achieve team and organizational objectives.

Requirements for the position

• Previous experience working in a mechanical workshop environment.
• A technical high school diploma in Mechanics, Mechatronics, Marine Engineering, Industrial Machinery, or a related field.
  
• Good knowledge of mechanical systems and rotating equipment, supported by practical hands-on experience.
  
• Familiarity with overhaul processes and associated equipment.
  
• Proficiency in the use of measuring instruments, including metric and imperial tools, as well as specialized measuring equipment.
  
• Experience using workshop and field service tools, including the ability to perform first-line maintenance on tools and equipment.
  
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English.
  
• Willingness and flexibility to travel up to 40% of the time.

As an ideal candidate you might also have…

• Hands-on experience in Turbocharger (T/C) maintenance, which will be considered a strong advantage.
• Knowledge of Lean principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strong communication, planning, and time management skills.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and mechanical aptitude.
• The ability to work effectively under pressure and manage responsibilities with minimal supervision.
• A proactive, team-oriented mindset with a strong commitment to achieving shared goals.

If you have the required skills and experience, and are passionate about mechanical engineering, we encourage you to apply and join our team!

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

Does this sound like the job for you? If yes, submit your application before the deadline through our Careers portal. Applications submitted via email or through recruitment agencies will not be considered.

Our recruiting tool recognizes the time zone where the job ad has been published and closes the application period according to the same time zone. We will be conducting interviews with qualified candidates throughout the process and aim to keep you informed along the way.

The annual salary range for this role is 26.953 EUR – 36.622 EUR in accordance with the salary provisions in the applicable National Collective Labor Agreement  for workers in the metalworking and plant installation industry (CCNL Metalmeccanico).

At Wärtsilä, we are committed to fair and transparent pay. This range reflects the expected compensation for the role, based on market data and our job architecture. The final salary offered will depend on factors such as the scope and responsibilities of the role, the required competencies, and your relevant education, skills, and experience. We also take internal equity into account to ensure fairness across our organisation.

Last application date: 14/07/2026 

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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