2-stroke senior technical expert

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?

To strengthen our expertise and capacity in the 2-Stroke products and related ancillary systems in MEA, we are now looking for a skilled Technical expert (2-Stroke Engines) to join our team in WCN. 

The Technical Services is one of the most important technical knowledge centres within the organization in Wärtsilä, supporting internal and external stakeholders during the life cycle of products and solutions delivered or serviced by Wärtsilä.

The Technical expert ensures customer satisfaction by providing high quality and on-time technical support. You will report to Technical manager Services 2-Stroke MEA. This is a permanent opportunity, and its location is WCN.

What will you be doing:
As Technical expert (2-Stroke Engines), your work will focus on these responsibilities with double roles as FS troubleshooter (50%) and technical expert (50%):

As 2-stroke engine Troubleshooter

• Leading FS team as team leader / supervisor for complex, prolonged repair jobs and large projects.
• Perform 2-stroke engine trouble shooting, maintenance, inspection, overhaul and repair and service work reporting based on urgent and important requests.
• Developing way of working and process by utilize data & knowledge for increasing 2-stroke FS sales opportunity
• Provide advanced troubleshooting activity with high technical knowledge and experience, backing up the MEA 2-stroke Field Service organisation in case required.
• Perform FS attendance for important cases such as drifting vessels or unplanned emergency and high skilled required cases for 2-stroke engines.
• Take lead field service activity, spare parts, service drawings, advanced troubleshooting, major repair procedure development, RCA.

As 2-stroke technical expert

• Be responsible for handling of customer's technical inquiries in a comprehensive and supportive manner.
• Perform Audits and be active in capturing new sales opportunities (leads)
• Manage and solve complex technical and operating problems solving activities of the customers.
• Engine performance evaluation with engine control system. WECS, UNIC and WICE software and pneumatic system.
• Make analysis with adequate conclusions and recommendations (reports) for how to solve complex technical problems of the customer. Report on the related work progress to relevant stakeholders
• Communicate and propose improvement needs of the products and solutions for relevant internal stakeholders.
• Participate in product development and product improvement projects.
• Participate in development of new working methods with own responsibility area.
• Provide technical support to internal and external customers.
• Analyses field experience and customer feedback data in order to improve the products and solutions as well as operation and maintenance of the installation.
• Support in technical matters when new products or components are developed and launched.
• Proactively work to enable cross-divisional and cross-organizational cooperation.
• Coach and mentor less experienced technical experts and field service engineers.
• Participate in customer and/or internal meetings as a technical leader, when complex technical matters are handled.
• Share technical knowledge with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure know-how and professional competence development within respective technical expert area.

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

• B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Engineering or in Marine, Mechanical or other applicable technical degree
• Minimum 3+ years of related experience with all 2-stroke engines, controls and its technologies. Preferred experience with X-DF and WICE or all other maker 2-stroke Gas engines.
• Relevant experiences of other Wartsila products.
• Broad and strong knowledge and understanding of the marine engines and prolusion systems.
• Advanced analytical skills in technical problem solving.
• Fluent in English, both verbally and written
• Strong Customer focus & service mind-set and Communication skills.
• Strong Teamwork skills and drive for performance with positive attitude and ability to inspire others.
• Experience in working in international environment and willingness to travel.
• Motivated to learn and grow professionally.

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 15/04/2026 at 23:59 Chinese 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

Last application date: 15/04/2026 

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.