Senior Delivery Engineer

Based in Taiwan to be part of a local team representing Wärtsilä (WDSL) to provide client liaison and support for shaft line delivery activities – for both locally and internationally sourced equipment.  Role would include supervision of delivery and overseeing of installation activities (if required) in accordance with relevant codes, industry best practice and within Class Society rules & guidelines.  Use and the management of Wärtsilä (WDSL)’s in-house system for logging and raising technical queries between the relevant parties, and identifying the local skills requirements of the local team.

We are looking for a dynamic, Senior Delivery Engineer with experience leading diverse, multi-disciplinary teams in delivering technical customer support ideally within a Naval environment.  The incumbent will demonstrate a passionate customer-focus, on time delivery, a strong sense of ownership, be comfortable working on-board during new build and vessel maintenance periods and be able to demonstrate a track-record of integrating in-house and third-party products and solutions.

The successful candidate will be employed on a permanent basis and will be based out of our office in Kaohsiung Taiwan. 

Wartsila operates a hybrid working regime that is consistent with the goals of business.

Travel to UK can be expected from time to time for training and other business activities.

The Person:

Strong communication skill, presentable appearance and experience in working directly with clients, demonstrating a thorough understanding of working safely with marine/mechanical systems.  Organised with ability to manage self and others, able to demonstrate working safely within a marine/Naval environment.

Detailed Role Accountabilities:

• Technical project management and control of work leading up to successful project delivery.
• Supervision of other team members, as required to meet objectives.
• Developing and deploying safe systems of work, as required, as part of the delivery project.
• Supervision of delivery receipts and handovers to customer.  Reporting of discrepancies and management of resolutions.
• On time delivery and correct quality of service support.
• Project monitoring and reporting of changes to delivery scope.
• Compliance with relevant local regulations and trade control requirements.
• Time management and general organisational skills, covering self and other team members.

Role Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate delivery engineering projects, including dealing with customer queries.
• Ensure compliance to all relevant regulations and codes of practice.
• Work closely with UK product engineering teams to ensure seamless delivery and support is provided to the customer.
• Ensure that changes and deviations to plan are recorded and actioned accordingly.
• Liaison with the main project stakeholders, internal and external.
• Mentor junior members of staff.
• Work harmoniously with other company functions.
• Be prepared to visit the client or suppliers at short notice.

Development Responsibilities:

• Develop the knowledge base of relevant product specifications, installation, commissioning and maintenance procedures, and operational experience within the wider team.
• Mentor junior members of the team.

Education, Skills and Experience:

Essential:

• 10 years’ experience in maritime engineering field, either at sea, in vessel overhaul or new build shipyard environments.
• Close working knowledge of ROCN organisation, culture and policies. 
• Able to speak and write in English
• Must be eligible for relevant security clearances associated with TW IDS project.

Desirable:

• Degree or equivalent in relevant engineering discipline.
• Experience using MS Project

Security Restrictions:

Please be aware that that this position will be subject to security restrictions and the successful candidate must successfully complete a security clearance. 

Are you excited to be part of the Wärtsilä (WDSL) growth ambition?

If you are keen to be part of our plans, please provide, through the Wärtsilä careers portal, a CV (maximum 2 sides) and a covering letter (maximum 1 side) covering the following:

• Past relevant experience
• What is important to you and why you are interested in a career with Wärtsilä (WDSL)
• How you would measure your success in this role
• What your development areas are and how you would hope to address them within Wärtsilä (WDSL) to our mutual benefit

Last application date: 24/10/2025 

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. 

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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.