Product Owner, Engine Control Systems

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?

Take Your Next Step at Wärtsilä!

Join our enthusiastic team of automation and controls developers as we push the boundaries of engine controls to enable sustainable shipping and power generation.

Why Wärtsilä?

We are leading the way in innovation and excellence, bringing value to Marine and Energy applications worldwide through new fuels and advanced control strategies. Our mission is to create a sustainable society with cutting-edge power and energy management systems. Our vision is to exceed customer expectations with best-in-class engine control systems.

About the Role:

Wärtsilä Marine Power Solutions RDE, Automation & Controls is seeking a passionate Product Owner. You'll drive new innovations and manage the lifecycle of our embedded engine control systems. Preferred locations for this position are Vaasa (STH), Finland or Turku, Finland. We offer the possibility of hybrid work.

What You'll Do:

• Innovate: Develop next-level engine controls.
• Collaborate: Work with a talented team.
• Impact: Shape the future of sustainable shipping and power generation.

What We Offer:

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy freedom and responsibility over your work.
• Future-Defining Work: Help define the future of our engine control systems.
• Best Practices: Work in an organization that applies industry best practices.
• Skill Development: Enhance your skills with great career development opportunities.
• State-of-the-Art Environment: Work in the cutting-edge R&D environment at the new Sustainable Technology Hub Wärtsilä. 

Join our team of talented professionals in Automation & Control by applying now!

As a Product Owner, you’ll play a crucial role in overseeing the development of products related to control system electronics and software. Your responsibilities will include,

• Understanding customer needs: Collaborate with prospective users and customers to understand their requirements and translate them into product specifications. Ensuring we build products that meet customer needs and business objectives.
• Decision Making: Use data and customer feedback to make informed decisions quickly, ensuring we stay agile and responsive.
• Vision: Participate in refining the overall vision for the product and maintain a cohesive vision throughout the development process. 
• Roadmap Execution: Develop and manage product roadmaps, ensuring we hit key milestones and deliver on time.
• Continuous Improvement: Take the lead and participate in developing the product management functions. 
• Backlog Management: Manage the product backlog, prioritize tasks based on changing requirements, and ensure alignment with customer preferences.
• Product Creation Oversight: Oversee all stages of product creation, including design and development.
• Progress Monitoring: Continuously monitor and evaluate product progress at each stage of the process.
• Communication and Reporting: Close communication and negotiation with suppliers and stakeholders regarding ongoing, upcoming, and past development initiatives. Work closely with the product team and end-users to deliver updates and status reports.

Your background and skills

• A suitable candidate could have Master or Bachelor's degree in Automation, Process engineering, Computer Science or similar
• Skills to build understanding in how customers operate our products and the customers’ businesses.
• Good communication and presentation skills for different kind of audience
• Curiosity to learn new things and continuously improve way of working.
• Some knowledge of electronics & software development or production.
• Knowledge in agile development practises is required.
• Product owner or product management experience is required.
• Project management skills are seen as a plus.

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 Jenny Vesterlund, General Manager, Product Management, through jenny.vesterlund@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). 

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

Last application date: 07/05/2025 

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 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 and under applicable local legislation and practices, 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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