Design 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 now looking for a 

Design Engineer

to join our team working for a better future. 

The preferred location for the position is in Havant, UK.

What you will be doing 

As a Design Engineer, your work will focus on these responsibilities:

• Generate high quality design solutions for the quotation, supply and operation of WDSL seal, bearing and shaft line products within selected markets.
• Produce manufacturing and purchasing technical specifications such as detailed drawings and itemised components list. Internally, we use Solid Edge CAD tool and are currently implementing Teamcenter PDM suite.
• Create and update technical support information for WDSL product portfolio.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure on time delivery in line with project timescales.
• Provide technical support to intercompany teams and end users on a national and internal basis.
• Support the reduction of business operating costs through the prevention of errors and waste creation.
• Ensure compliance is maintained with ISO, H&S and data control standards and regulatory requirements. 

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

• A degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering.
• A technical background within Mechanical Engineering preferably looking to progress to CEng status.
• Demonstratable CAD skills.
• Ability to eƯectively communicate with both internal and external customers.
• Sound analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail with a structured and methodical approach to work tasks.
• Fluency in the English language, both verbal and written.
• Competency in the use of normal oƯice software such as MS Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Ideally, knowledge of the marine industry is desired but not essential. Experience with marine propulsion systems and equipment would be extremely advantageous. 

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 Jess Baxter, Talent Acquisition Partner, through email jess.baxter@wartsila.com with any questions related to this position (NO AGENCIES - 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: 27/06/2025 

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. 

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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