Automation Laboratory 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. Did you know that shipping is the world’s most efficient mode of transportation and that 88% of the world's 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 Automation Laboratory Expert with main responsibility in engine automation test rig development and maintenance. The location for this position is Vaasa, Finland. We offer a possibility to hybrid remote work.

Your role and responsibilities 

As an Automation Laboratory Expert your work will include development and maintenance of testing rigs for UNIC engine control system. You’ll be working in a highly skilled R&D organisation, as a part of a team with diverse expertise in software full-stack development, from embedded systems to cloud infrastructure.

This role involves hands-on work with hardware and electronics as well as related networks and system administration of the rigs. Part of the work is also to ensure that rigs are operating as a part of our DevOps Continuous Integration pipeline with automated tests executed in cloud environment.

Main responsibilities

• Development and Maintenance of testing rigs for UNIC engine control system
• Improvement of Continuous Integration and test automation involving test rigs
• Support the validation of control functionalities in simulated environment and production engines
• Requirements management and executing proof of concepts for new test rigs
• Maintenance and troubleshooting issues in production systems

Requirements for the position

• Engineering degree in Automation, Computer Science, Process engineering or similar
• Hands-on experience in working with hardware / electronics
• Knowledge in DevOps, especially continuous integration and test automation.
• Fluent verbal and written English, our everyday work language is mainly English
• Electronic design competence is a plus
• Experience with the following seen as an advantage: testing frameworks, CI/CD toolset, Git, Linux

Qualifications/to be able to succeed in the position we expect you to have good teamworking and communication skills, structured way of working and cleanliness in laboratory operations as well as ability to guide other teams working in the laboratory environment.

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 

Please submit your application before the application deadline through our Careers portal. Applications through email will not be considered. After submitting your application, you will receive a confirmation email.

In case of any questions regarding the position, reach out to: 

Mikael Sandberg 
General Manager, System Services 
Mikael.sandberg@wartsila.com
+358408218824

Last application date: 06/03/2026 

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. 

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 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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