Electrical 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 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 Electrical Engineer with a main responsibility in R&D and Engineering, Large Bore engines, Test and Validation team. The location for this position is Vaasa, Finland.

Your role and responsibilities 

As an Electrical Engineer your work will include is coordinating the commissioning of laboratory engine measurement and control systems, installing test setups, and ensuring the use of the measurement environment during testing periods together with colleagues and test teams. You’ll be working as a part of specialized and skilled team(s) in Large Bore engines Testing and Validation Team with diverse expertise.

Your work will focus on these responsibilities:

• Maintenance, development and upgrading of test engines, measurement and control systems and test infra.
• Planning and executing engine components and systems related measurements, test and systems related arrangements together with parallel organizations and test team(s) mainly on laboratory engines, production engines and sometimes in test rigs.
• Analysing and reporting of test results.
• Verification of correct and properly saved measurement data.
• Updating and developing test methods and test facilities.
• Usage and development of different control and measurement programs.
• Supporting different activities in engine and technology testing.

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

• Relevant technical education MSc or BSc in electrical and automation technology or equal. Also, an experienced electrician who has worked with measurement technology and machinery or mobile equipment is also a possible candidate to fill the position.
• Ability to read and interpret system schemas and mechanical drawings.
• A practical ability and willingness to tackle tasks and fulfill one's part in the team's responsibilities.
• Interest in and basic knowledge of engine technology. Deeper knowledge of 4-stroke engine technology is an advantage.
• Willingness to develop skills in driving engines and participating in the development of engine control technology.

Qualifications/to be able to succeed in the position we expect you to have:

• Ability to design, implement, and instruct sensor setups and cabling related assemblies and measurement systems set-up's required for engine components and systems testing. Previous experience in similar tasks is an advantage.
• Good skills in communication and documentation.
• Good team working skills, as well as ability to work independently.
• Good command of English and Finnish or Swedish.

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 by 12.01.2026. We aim to keep you updated on the process throughout.

For further questions, please reach out to the responsible person by phone (+358 40 525 1202) with following scheduled times: 09.01.2026 (Friday) at 13.00 – 15.00 (Central European Time (UTC+1).

Ari Nousiainen,

Manager W46 testing, Large Bore engine Testing & Validation

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

Last application date: 12/01/2026 

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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