Senior Electrical Engineer

Wärtsilä Energy leads the transition towards a 100% renewable energy future. We help our partners to accelerate their decarbonisation journeys through our market-leading technologies and power system modelling expertise. These cover decarbonisation services, future-fuel enabled balancing power plants, hybrid solutions, energy storage and optimisation technology, including the GEMS Digital Energy Platform.

Did you know Wärtsilä has delivered 79 GW of power plant capacity and more than 130 energy storage installations in 180 countries around the world?

In this fast changing world of energy, we 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. Want to join the ride?

Your main responsibilities are:

• Supervise and coordinate daily electrical maintenance activities at the plant and/or within the assigned team.
• Ensure that plant performance targets are achieved in accordance with contractual obligations within your area of responsibility.
• Establish and provide maintenance procedures and standards for new employees.
• Monitor the condition of maintenance equipment, materials, parts, and tools, ensuring they are maintained according to applicable guidelines and policies; take corrective actions when necessary.
• Ensure all maintenance work is carried out in compliance with Customer and Wärtsilä Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental standards, Site procedures, and the assigned maintenance plan.
• Review completed maintenance tasks to verify that repairs have been properly executed and that machinery and equipment meet required specifications and safety standards.
• Coach and mentor maintenance staff, assisting them in diagnosing complex machinery or equipment issues.
• Develop and improve maintenance routines and workflows at the plant.
• Prioritize and allocate tasks to optimize team resources and ensure work schedules and performance targets are met.

You will shine in this role when you have:

• A graduate in Electrical Engineering with a minimum of 5 years of experience, or a diploma holder with at least 10 years of experience.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting electrical drawings and technical documentation.
• Skilled in working with PLC and SCADA systems, including programming, modifications, troubleshooting and diagnostics.
• Strong knowledge of protection relays, low voltage (LV) and high voltage (HV) systems, alternators, and engine auxiliary systems, with proven troubleshooting capabilities.
• Hands-on experience with Wärtsilä control systems, specifically UNIC C1 and C2.
• Capable of leading a team of electrical engineers, technicians, providing guidance and coaching as needed.
• Practical experience in overhauling engines and auxiliary systems, with a readiness to perform hands-on maintenance tasks.
• Proven experience in maintaining large diesel engine-based power plants.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a multicultural team.
• Willingness to work extended hours when required by operational needs.
• Familiarity with Wärtsilä maintenance management system, MAXIMO.

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.

Last application date: 31/10/2025 

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.

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.