Project Engineer

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. Did you know that shipping is the world’s most efficient mode of transportation and that approximately 80% of world trade is carried by sea?

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. Are you ready to jump onboard?

We are looking for a Project Engineer with a main responsibility in managing project activities, integration engineering, and technical correspondence. 

The preferred location for this position is Turku, Finland, but Helsinki and Vaasa are also negotiable. We offer the possibility of hybrid work.

Your role and responsibilities

In this role, you will actively participate in negotiations, fostering strong relationships with customers, vendors, and stakeholders. You will prepare, schedule, coordinate, and monitor projects, identifying and solving potential issues to ensure smooth project flow and adherence to plans and budgets.
Additionally, you will take technical ownership of project solutions, overseeing the Wärtsilä scope of supply from engineering to hand-over, and ensuring compliance with project management methodologies and business directives. You will also be responsible for project-related documentation and HSEQ, in collaboration with internal support functions.
Working as part of an experienced and dynamic project team, you will gain valuable international business experience and opportunities for professional growth in a rapidly advancing industry.

Requirements for the position:

• B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Engineering (Mechanical/Electrical/Automation) or Process/Marine Technology
• Experience with marine industry projects, preferably from machinery
• Good communication skills in English, both written and verbal
• Willingness to travel as needed

To be able to succeed in the position, we expect you to have:

• Attention to detail, self-driven, and motivated
• Negotiation and presentation skills
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills, also under time pressure
• Proficiency with MS Office software. Experience with SAP is seen as an advantage.

Why you and us?

We at Wärtsilä believe in empowerment, ownership, and taking responsibility for our work. We support each other’s growth, and co-creation is the true basis of our innovation. We have the courage to see opportunities and take initiative.
We are authentic and honest, and we strongly believe 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. We aim to keep you updated on the process throughout.
For further questions related to this position, please reach out to Ari Haanperä, General Manager Project Delivery - 4 Stroke Large Retrofit by calling +358 40 5631716  during these time slots: 10th Dec at 15-16EET, 13th Dec at 09-10EET, or 19th Dec at 12-13EET 

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

Last application date: 02/01/2025 

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. 

All new Wärtsilä employees in Finland will attend occupational health check, including the drug test/screening. The legislation of the country followed when person is located outside of Finland.

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.