Additive Manufacturing 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 an Additive Manufacturing Engineer with a main responsibility in developing and implementing the application of AM at Wärtsilä. The preferred location for this position is Vaasa, Finland.
  
Your role and responsibilities  
 
As an Additive Manufacturing Engineer your work will include working on developing solutions as part of cross-functional collaboration internally and with external partners. We want to push the boundary of AM in all the fields we are working on. The tasks can also be adjusted based on your individual skills and interests. You’ll be working as a part of an innovative and energetic additive manufacturing team with diverse expertise.
 
Your work will focus on these responsibilities:

• Develop and Validate AM Applications: Support the design and validation of new AM applications in Wärtsilä products and operations, ensuring their integration with Wärtsilä’s broader technological and operational goals.
• Collaboration: Working closely with multidisciplinary teams, supporting the adoption of design for AM (DfAM) inside other technical departments as well the testing of new AM related application together with Testing Engineers. 
• New Methodologies and Concepts: Scout for innovative AM software, machines, processes and solutions that might improve AM Team capabilities as well AM application’s performance and quality.
• Business Case Development: Develop comprehensive business cases for AM applications and present these cases to technology owners and management.
• Innovation: Lead and support innovation efforts by working within cross-functional teams from different Business Lines to explore new possibilities where AM can generate value for Wärtsilä products.
• Network Contributions: Contribute to the Finnish Additive Manufacturing Ecosystem (FAME) and foster external collaboration to stay at the forefront of an advancing industry.
• Knowledge Sharing and Advocacy: Promote AM knowledge and system-level thinking throughout Wärtsilä, influencing the company’s mindset and approach to integrating AM across different product lines.

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

• Experience in 3D modeling and implementing Design for Additive Manufacturing (DfAM) principles with a focus on system integration.
• B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Mechanical or Material Engineering; further education or specialization in systems engineering or related fields is an advantage.
• Proven experience in both metal and polymer additive manufacturing technologies, with a strong understanding of their integration into broader manufacturing and product ecosystems.
• Strong proficiency in English; skills in Finnish, Italian or Swedish are a plus.
• Collaboration Skills: Ability to work with various teams to identify opportunities, align objectives and deliver integrated solutions.
• A can-do attitude, strong interpersonal skills and a track record of working successfully within interdisciplinary teams.
• Additional skills/experience in system engineering, project management or manufacturing processes outside AM are highly valued.

  
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. We aim to keep you updated on the process throughout.

For further questions, please reach out to Francesco Trevisan, Senior Additive Manufacturing Expert, through francesco.trevisan@wartsila.com or +358 50 340 0593 with any questions related to this position (only for questions from direct job applicants, applications through email will not be recorded or responded to). 

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

Last application date: 19/04/2025 

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 checks, including drug tests/screenings where applicable. When a person is located outside of Finland, the country legislation is followed. 
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 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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