Trieste, IT
Field Service Engineer 4-Stroke
Wärtsilä is a world leader in marine technology and leading the industry's transformation towards a decarbonised and sustainable future. With the world’s widest portfolio and service network, we – Wärtsilians - deliver efficient, safe and sustainable integrated products and solutions to enhance the business of our customers. The opportunities presented through digitalisation and new technologies are offering a new era of shipping. We want to change the course towards an interconnected and cleaner maritime future and 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.
Business Unit Parts and Field Service is a global organisation with harmonised ways of working and tools to deliver the best possible services for our customers. In our global team we value, respect, and embrace different opinions and diversity. Safety, environment, and wellbeing are our foundation, and we never compromise them.
We are seeking a dynamic Field Service Engineer 4-Stroke to join our Mechanic Field Services Resources team. This role is essential for enhancing our after-sales assistance and managing complex field service activities related to Wärtsilä’s products. Your responsibilities will include commissioning, trial tests, adjustments, repair, and maintenance of our products.
The preferred location for this position is in Trieste, Italy. When not working in the field, remote working is also an option, providing flexibility and a balanced work environment.
Join us to make a significant impact and contribute to the success of Wärtsilä’s innovative solutions!
Your role and responsibilities
As a Service Engineer 4 Stroke your work will include the performance of advanced troubleshooting on site to isolate and find the root causes of failures in mechanical equipment related to Wartsila’s products; the inspection of the work done to ensure that the repairs have been finalized correctly; the preparation of technical and travel reports. Most of the time you will be operating in the Field, being in direct relation with the clients.
As Service Engineer, 4 stroke, your work will focus on these responsibilities:
- Execute planned maintenance and repair jobs on Wärtsilä OEM engines and their auxiliaries.
- Overhaul engine components on-site or on board.
- Carry out engine troubleshooting, routine maintenance, and component investigations.
- Check and adjust relevant systems (e.g., auxiliary systems).
- Perform commissioning of Wärtsilä equipment.
- Participate in the troubleshooting process.
- Prepare service work reports and travel expense reports on time and with the expected Wärtsilä quality.
- Identify failures, adjust, and assist in trial runs and testing.
- Collect and organize time and expense reports, and report to administrative personnel as required.
- Work in accordance with company guidelines, including QEHS requirements.
To be successful in this role, we expect you to have:
- Technical high school diploma in mechanics and/or BS degree in marine engineering or mechanical engineering.
- Ability to overhaul engine components on-site or on board.
- Previous experience in planned maintenance and repair jobs on Wärtsilä OEM engines and their auxiliaries is a plus.
- Strong skills in engine product troubleshooting, routine maintenance, and component investigations.
- Strong communication skills to interact with customers and team members.
- High motivation to learn and grow professionally.
- A collaborative team player.
- Ability to excel in dynamic environments.
- Good knowledge of English and Italian.
- Motivation to travel to our customers for at least 80% of the year, including international travel if required.
Why you and us?
You are valued – as your true self. At Wärtsilä YOU matter. 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 - Wärtsilians - put our hearts and minds into enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality.
Contact & next steps
Does this sound like the job for you? If yes, submit your application before the deadline through our Careers portal. Applications submitted via email or through recruitment agencies will not be considered.
Our recruiting tool recognizes the time zone where the job ad has been published and closes the application period according to the same time zone. We will be conducting interviews with qualified candidates throughout the process and aim to keep you informed along the way.
Are you still wondering if you should apply and would like to get something clarified? Please reach out to Giovanni Pestelli, Field Service Team Leader 2-4 Stroke via email at giovanni.pestelli@wartsila.com with any questions related to this position (only for questions from direct job applicants, applications through email will not be recorded or responded to).
Last application date: 20/10/2025
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.
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