Supplier Development Engineer

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?

Your main responsibilities are
•    Monitor and analyse supplier performance and give guidance accordingly
•    Take ownership and action on quality, delivery and cost activities
•    Support suppliers with their operational efficiency, product improvement and development initiatives
•    Execute supplier audits and related follow-up according to supplier audit plan.
•    Act as a point of contact for suppliers with quality, delivery or technical problems

You will shine in this role when you have:
•    Minimum 5 years of experience working preferably in quality management or SCM including engineering roles with frequent contact at vendor site; 
•    Comprehensive product and process knowledge and experience in forging and machining manufacturing process, experience in big forging parts, knowledge on forging structure, forging material and process, forging equipment will be perceived as an advantage
•    Additionally, for you to succeed in the position, we hope you to have a strong solution-oriented approach, capability to implement, and the persistence to follow-up activities in order to ensure sustainability and quality.
•    Good knowledge of quality management and tools like APQP, FMEA, Lean Manufactory, 8D and Supplier Audit and so on, Furthermore, the ability to interpret and understand forging and mechanical drawings will be perceived as an advantage
•    Familiar with ISO 9001/ISO14001/ISO45001
•    Strong interpersonal and communication skills and are capable of interfacing with numerous parties at all levels in a multicultural environment. Good communication and coordination skill, excellent English (both orally and written).
•    Familiar with analytical techniques commonly used to investigate component defects and ability to deal with administrative as well as technical tasks.
•    Individual must be self-driven and self-motivated to learn and use that knowledge to produce results
•    Able to trouble shoot and solve problems on the manufacturing line
•    Strong solution-oriented approach, capability to implement and persistency to follow-up activities to ensure sustainability and quality
•    Experience in SAP and reporting tools (PowerBI)
•    Value Stream Mapping (VSM) mindset
•    Willing to travel 30% of the time

Education:
•    Forging and machining background

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 14/04/2026 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: 14/04/2026 

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.