Project Engineer, Customer Delivery

We are now looking for a

Project Engineer, Customer Delivery

to join our team working for a better future.

The position is permanent, preferred location is Trieste, Italy.

Your role and responsibilities  

We are looking for an open-minded Project Engineer with strong technical background and knowledge of Wärtsilä products, such as catalyst, engines, propulsion or fuel supply system products and systems. Capability to see and understand the big picture and how products and components are interacting with each other is of key importance.

The ideal candidate shall have a structured and systematic way of working, with strong problem solving and communication skills. Good team working skills, especially in remote team conditions, is essential. He or she should own the capability to work under stress, think beyond the next step and always stay committed and focused on project targets.  Experience in Project Management processes and knowledge areas is seen as a strong advantage.

In this position, you will be part of an experienced project team to execute demanding projects in challenging environments. This role will offer you experience in international business and opportunities for professional growth in an exciting field of industry.

Your work will focus on these responsibilities:

• Ensure that project-related work is executed according to contract specifications and design directives, planning activities with total cost, schedule, and customer needs in focus.
• Provide technical support to customers during project execution and, when requested, in the pre-project phase.
• Participate in contract preparation and project execution planning activities
• Manage contracted projects (plan, steer, follow up, analyse, and report) in close cooperation with the project team and Project Manager.
• Prepare and deliver project-specific documentation and maintain daily communication with customers.
• When appointed, act as Integration Engineer by coordinating engineering integration and information flow between products from different business lines.
• Take responsibility for relevant milestones, gates, and risk monitoring, escalating issues when required.
• Manage non-conformities according to defined processes and identify opportunities for Variation Orders.

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

• B.Sc. or M.Sc. in engineering (mechanical, electrical, process, industrial management, or shipbuilding preferred).
• 1–3 years of relevant work experience, preferably in project-based or international business environments.
• Good knowledge of Wärtsilä technologies, solutions, and products.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with multiple stakeholders in an international setting.
• A proactive mindset, with a willingness to improve ways of working and contribute to continuous development.
• Willingness to travel and fluency in English.

In this role, some travel is required to meet with our customers around the world. Thus, we hope you to be ready to travel approximately 10% of your working time, even though most of the meetings are held virtually.

Why you and us?

We at Wärtsilä believe in empowerment, ownership and taking responsibility of our work. We support each other’s growth, and co-creation is the true basis of our innovation. We have courage to see opportunities and take initiative.

We are authentic and honest, and we strongly believe in that by being your own true self you can accomplish so much more. We don’t always get it right the first time, and if mistakes are made, we make sure to learn and grow from them. We want everyone to voice their opinions freely. That is why we have built an environment that empowers you and everyone around you, and where you can feel safe and cared for. Are you eager to be part of this ambition?

We have an amazing team and we are excited about our work and the impact it has on building sustainable societies. We are looking to find a colleague with this shared passion for smart technologies and a sustainable future.

Contact & next steps

We hope to hear from you soon, by submitting your application through our Careers portal. Applications through email will not be considered. We aim to keep you updated on the process throughout.

Welcome to join us in shaping the decarbonisation of marine and energy!

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Last application date: 17/02/2026 

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.