Workshop Engineer - Technical Coordination

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?

Upon joining the company, the Workshop Engineer - Technical Coordination will be assigned to the workshop at the Kobe office. The role is designed to progress from technical coordination to broader workshop supervision and management, subject to performance and business needs.

Job responsibilities include creating daily work schedules, preparing meeting materials and reports, handling orders via email and phone, subcontracting work to external partners, customer communications, following up on instructions from supervisors, preparation of tools and planning and implementing continuous improvement initiatives.

In addition, the role involves logistics tasks such as arranging truck charters, coordinating warehouse transfers, and handling export-related operations.

Your main responsibilities are

• Lead and coordinate daily workshop activities, ensuring safe, high-quality, and timely execution of work in line with Wartsila standards.
• Provide hands-on technical support, troubleshooting assistance, and operational guidance to workshop personnel.
• Plan work schedules, manage equipment availability, monitor inventory, and optimize resource allocation to meet delivery commitments.
• Ensure full compliance with safety regulations, internal processes, and quality requirements.
• Support training, skill development, and knowledge sharing within the workshop team.
• Coordinate with logistics, procurement, service, and other internal units to support overall service delivery.
• Ensure proper calibration, availability, and preparation of workshop tools and equipment for workshop and field service jobs.
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You will shine in this role when you have:

• Hands-on workshop leadership with strong operational discipline
• Practical technical understanding of marine power systems and workshop processes
• Ability to identify improvement opportunities and drive small-scale operational changes
• Clear communication with technicians, supervisors, and external partners

Qualification Requirements:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills for business environments
• Native-level Japanese skills and English proficiency at the TOEIC 500 level are preferred
• (English is used daily, both internally and externally, and work reports are written in English)
• Process control and labor management experience would be an advantage
• Knowledge of diesel and gas engines and mechanical engineering would be an advantage
• Certification in slinging, overhead crane, and forklift operation would be an advantage

Why you and us 
You are valued – as your true self. At Wärtsilä 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 put our hearts and minds into enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality.  

Contact & next steps
Submit your application before the deadline through our Careers portal. Applications through email will not be considered. After submitting your application you’ll receive a confirmation email. We try our best to get back to everyone within 2-3 weeks after application deadline.  

Please apply by 23/05/2026  at 23:59 Japanese Standard Time. Our recruiting tool recognizes the time zone where the job ad has been published and closes the application period according to same time zone

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Last application date: 23/05/2026 

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.