Project Engineer - Aftermarket (m/w/d)

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? 

We are now looking for a Project Engineer, Retrofit & Dry Dock Projects to join our team working for a better future.

The position is permanent, and the preferred location is in Hamburg, Germany, with a hybrid work model.

Purpose of the role:

As the Project Engineer, Retrofit & Dry Dock Projects, you will be responsible for developing and executing technical concepts and ship-specific solutions for customer projects within the marine retrofit business. You will work across the full project lifecycle, from technical concept development and cost planning through engineering coordination, production, installation, commissioning, and final delivery.

Tasks within the scope of the creation of technical concepts / ship-specific solutions for customer offers in the retrofit business:

• Definition of the technical system concept
• Selection and evaluation of subcontractors for project support
• Preparing Cost Planning as a Project Structure Plan
• Clarification of the system parameters with the customer
• Cost responsibility and cost control
• Evaluation of technical and commercial risks
• Recording and evaluation of increased and decreased performance
• Clarification of interfaces
• Create order confirmation and delivery specification
• Material disposition for stock material and purchased parts
• Regular reporting to team and department heads
• Preparation, commissioning and control of the construction
• Inspection and acceptance of the design documents
• Coordination of provisions (customer, shipyard etc.) in cooperation with Project Management (PM)Internal commissioning of production
• Preparation of the acceptance test with the classification society
• Preparation of delivery instructions
• Ensuring financial reporting
• Preparation and supervision of maintenance works & commissioning (on site up to 30%)
• Planning of delivery documentation

Tasks within the scope of project preparation / execution:

• Training of ship crews
• Delivery of systems to class and inspectors
• Execution of findings and commissioning support
• Preparation of installation reports as well as feedback on technical
  changes to the development
• Elaboration of diagnostic reports, repair proposals and the resulting retrofit offers, including preparation of calculations
• Acquisition of repair and retrofitting orders

Tasks in relation to customers:

• Participation and organization of project meetings with the customer and other external partners
• Organization and participation in acceptance tests / factory acceptance tests (FAT) and customer presentations
• Processing of guarantee points

Requirements:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Shipbuilding, Marine Engineering, or a comparable technical field. 
• Professional experience in marine, shipbuilding, electrical systems, service, retrofit, or project engineering.  
• Good understanding of marine electrical systems, particularly power distribution, power generation, electrical motors, transformers, and VFDs. 
• Ability to read and understand electrical drawings, schematics, and technical documentation. 
• Practical, hands-on technical skills and willingness to actively support installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and commissioning activities onboard vessels.  
• Experience in coordinating technical projects, service activities, subcontractors, or on-site teams. 
• Previous experience in shipbuilding, shipyards, dry-dock projects, or onboard service work is highly valued.  
• Commissioning experience would be considered a strong advantage.  
• Ability to communicate and coordinate effectively with customers, shipyards, subcontractors, classification societies, and internal stakeholders. 
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently in a customer-facing project environment. 
• Fluent English; German language skills are considered an advantage

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?

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 Roger Ely, Manager, Aftermarket & Retrofit Projects through roger.ely@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: 20/11/2026 

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.

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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.