Manager W20/W25 Testing

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?

Wärtsilä Research & Development Engine Testing is looking for a Manager to lead Wärtsilä 25 / 20 product development engine testing. 

This position is permanent, and it is located in Vaasa, Finland. 

Your role and responsibilities 

• Lead assigned test teams according to business strategy within assigned responsibility area
• Manage test plans and validation maps, arrange test progress meetings, arrange your own team’s performance and status meetings, participate in product development project core teams
• Distribute workload according to priority and resource availability, ensure development of personnel within assigned organization
• Secure good cooperation and communication with stakeholders
• Monitor and report your team’s performance
• Ensure that objectives and targets are met
• Inspect and approve test reports or other deliverables
• Develop and improve test methods and facilities 

Requirements for the position: 

• Technical education (BSc or MSc or equivalent)
• Structured and systematic way of working and ability to decide
• Strong personal drive, proactive mindset and passionate about getting things done
• Good communication, team working and negotiation skills
• Fluent verbal and written skills in Finnish and English language are mandatory. Swedish language skills are seen as an advantage 

It is considered an advantage if you have:

• Experience in manager position, perhaps even in superior's role
• Strong passion and understanding of internal combustion engine technologies
• Experience of laboratory testing environment 

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 Vaahtera Pekka Mikael, GM, Small&Medium Testing through pekka.vaahtera@wartsila.com with any questions related to this position (only for questions from direct job applicants, applications through email will not be recorded or responded to)

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

Last application date: 19/01/2025 

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 check, including the drug test/screening. The legislation of the country followed when person is located outside of Finland.

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.