Hardware architect

Wärtsilä is an innovative technology company known for being a forerunner in the Marine and Energy markets. Every day, we – Wärtsilians - put our hearts and minds into turning Wärtsilä's purpose of enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality. Our ultimate aim is to provide increased value to both our customers and society. New, game-changing ideas and continuous improvement have been part of our DNA since 1834. Together, we can create new business opportunities and more sustainable future that we can all be proud of. 

We want to transition the world towards a decarbonised and sustainable future. By pushing the boundaries of engineering and technology, we can make it work. We are always on the lookout for future-oriented talent – want to join the ride?

We are always looking for a talent with a growth mindset – are you the one?  
  
We are looking for a Hardware Architect with the main responsibility of defining the hardware systems architecture for the full lifecycle of our control system. The preferred location for this position is Vaasa, Finland, but also Turku, Finland is negotiable. We offer the possibility of hybrid remote work. 
  
Your role and responsibilities:
 
As a hardware architect, you will collect requirements and form a vision of the control system hardware setup together with stakeholders and experts. You will use the vision to build a hardware development roadmap in collaboration with product management. In our business upgrades are common and we hope you have a mindset to consider the lifetime of the system and how to upgrade it. In your daily work, you will work closely with other architects and technical leads with the technical vision of our control system. You will also support product owners with feature refinement and guide teams in implementing the desired hardware architecture. We will be happy to discuss your tasks based on your individual skills and interests. You’ll be working as a part of the agile Wärtsilä Marine Power Solutions RDE, Automation & Controls team with diverse expertise.
 
Requirements for the position: 

• 5+ years of experience in technical leadership in embedded hardware development
• 10+ years of experience in the field of embedded hardware development
• Excellent teamwork, coaching and communication skills
• Ability to form a technical vision and communicate it efficiently
• Ability to analyse requirements for CPU/FPGA technologies for correct technology selection
• Fluency in verbal and written English, our everyday work language is English

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

• Relevant master's or bachelor's education
• Understanding of control electronics  sensors and actuators
• Knowledge of system powering and grounding concepts
• Experience in digital signal processing

  
Why you and us?      
You are valued – as your true self. At Wärtsilä YOU matter. We value diversity and are committed in supporting an 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 to 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 27 of October 2024 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: 

Matias Palmujoki
General Manager, Engine controls
matias.palmujoki@wartsila.com

Last application date:  

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. 

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