Emission Measurement 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 Emission Measurement Engineer to strengthen the Emissions & Automation team in our Testing & Validation Test Services. The location for this position is Vaasa, Finland, and the work is carried out at the Sustainable Technology Hub (STH) in Vaskiluoto.

Your role and responsibilities

We operate in the STH Plant, close to the test cells in the Hub and Research Lab. We strive to continuously improve our measurement methods and maintain our equipment in top condition. You’ll be working as part of a dedicated team with diverse expertise.

Your work will focus on these responsibilities:

• Carry out emission measurements in STH on production engines, test engines, and single-cylinder research engines
• Be part of a team developing new methods for emission measurements and continue the ongoing work of automating recurring emission measurements
• Develop your knowledge and expertise in the emission measurement area in the longer term, to also cover fuel gas analysis, measurement of particulates, and/or other more advanced methods
• Perform maintenance and calibration of the emission measurement equipment

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

• Relevant technical education (BSc or MSc, or equivalent, in Chemical, Environmental, Automation, or Electrical Engineering)
• Good understanding of technology and product development – knowledge of the Wärtsilä engine product family, systems, and solutions is seen as a benefit
• Strong internal motivation, passion for execution, and drive to get things completed
• Good problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Good teamwork skills
• Proactive and self-driven approach with a doer’s attitude
• Good English skills; Finnish and/or Swedish skills are an advantage
• Structured way of working and planning
• Willingness to learn and adapt

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, please reach out to Staffan Nysand, Manager, Emissions & Automation, through staffan.nysand@wartsila.com or by phone at +358 50 534 3944 with any questions related to this position (only for questions from direct job applicants; applications submitted via email will not be recorded or responded to).

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

Last application date: 08/09/2026 

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.

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. 

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.

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.