Production Engineer

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?

As ANCS (Automation, Navigation & Control Systems), we transform how vessels perform to create the safest and most efficient journey for our customers – always with the vision in mind to navigate towards a more sustainable maritime industry. With our rich history of pioneering maritime technologies we have defined industry benchmarks.

To be better tomorrow, we need the right talents today to complement our strong team of 650 employees in over 10 countries across the globe with the right skills, experience and a winning attitude.

We are now looking for a 

Production Engineer (m/f/d)

to join our team working for a better future. 

The preferred location for the position is in Hamburg (Germany) or Hørsholm (Denmark).

What you will be doing 

As a production engineer in the maritime industry, you will be responsible for developing and optimising our internal and selected supplier manufacturing processes for our mechatronic components and devices. You will work closely with design, quality, and production teams to ensure that products are produced efficiently and meet quality standards.

As Production Engineer your work will focus on these responsibilities: 

• Design, document, and implement manufacturing processes for our mechatronic components and systems for our own manufacturing sites as well as for selected suppliers
• Collaborate with design teams to ensure manufacturability of products
• Develop design and production standards in cooperation with management and user personnel
• Train employees and vendors as needed
• Monitor production processes and identify areas for improvement
• Conduct quality control inspections and implement corrective actions
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and safety regulations

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

• Bachelor's degree in Production Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• 3-5 years of experience in production engineering, preferably in the mechatronic industry
• Understanding around data flow in design and ERP systems
• Proficiency in mechatronic manufacturing processes and quality control
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work collaboratively and internationally with cross-functional teams
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies
• Familiarity with maritime industry standards and certifications
• SAP skills
• Verry good English and German language skills

In this role, some travel is required to meet with our customers. Thus, we hope you to be ready to travel approximately 20%, even though most of the meetings are held virtually. 

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 Mark Latusseck, General Manager Supply Chain & Logistics, through email mark.latusseck@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: 08/01/2025 

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. 

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.