Technical Expert

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.

Are you passionate about engines and automation? Do you want to work among the best experts in the industry? If your answer is “yes”, then we have an opportunity for you, as Engine Automation Technical Expert. 

Technical Services is globally a recognized technical knowledge centre within the Services Business of Wärtsilä providing technical expert services and support to external and internal customers during the life cycle of products and solutions delivered or serviced by Wärtsilä.

Wärtsilä Technical Services is looking for an Engine Automation Expert, to strengthen the Technical Services team in Trieste. In this position, you will act as an expert in embedded engine controls and automation systems.
We offer you an international working environment where you will gain and develop in-depth know-how of control systems for 4-stroke engines including their application in both power plants and marine installations.

The location for this position is in Trieste, Italy. In accordance with the local hybrid work model, you will be able to work partially remotely.

Your role and responsibilities 

As a Technical Expert you will focus on these responsibilities:

• Provide technical support for external and internal customers.
• Conduct field troubleshooting and site surveys.
• Perform root cause analysis and laboratory investigations.
• Support system upgrades and software updates.
• Suggest product improvements.
• Perform investigation and survey reports.
• Collect and analyse field feedback.
• Review operating and maintenance manuals.
• Provide code resolution and obsolescence management support.

Requirements for the position 

• M.Sc or B.Sc in Electrical, Controls or Automation Engineering.
• Previous experience in technical troubleshooting.
• Proficiency in English, both spoken and written.
• Experience with embedded automation systems, preferably in engine applications. 

As an ideal candidate you will also have… 

• Open-minded approach, team player attitude and eagerness to learn new things.
• Systematic way of working and analytical skills.
• Passion for engines and automation and understanding of the importance of quality.
• Experience of generators and propulsion system.
• Willingness to travel approximately for 25% of the time.

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 Stefano Massalin, Manager, Diesel Engine Automation via email at stefano.massalin@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: 07/01/2025 

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. 

This is Wärtsilä 

Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. Our team of 17,800 professionals, in more than 280 locations in 79 countries, shape the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. Read more on www.wartsila.com. 

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