Supplier Development Engineer

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 on the lookout for a talent with a growth mindset – are you the one?  
  
We are looking for a Supplier Development Engineer with a main responsibility in with castings and machined components and suppliers. The preferred location for this position is in Vaasa, Finland but also other locations in Finland are negotiable. We offer a possibility to hybrid remote work. 

Your role and responsibilities:  
 
As a Supplier Development Engineer your work will include:

• Actively support new product introduction and lead proactive quality assurance activities for castings, machined castings and related assemblies
• Analyse supplier performance and capabilities, identify development opportunities and drive impactful development actions
• Develop and execute supplier development action plans to improve supplier performance
• Support suppliers with their operational development initiatives in relation to cost, quality and delivery
• Execute supplier audits and audit follow-up according to supplier development action plan and verify impact

The tasks can also be adjusted based on your individual skills and interests. You’ll be working as a part of impactful Supplier Development team and casting category team with diverse expertise.
 
Requirements for the position: 

• Previous experience of casting and machining processes and quality management
• Strong personal drive for identifying development potential and taking lead on initiatives
• Performance-focused mindset and capability to make an impact
• A systematic way of working and excellent problem-solving skills
• Good teamworking, leadership and communication skills
• Capability to apply lean principles and statistical process control in daily work for driving improvement

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

• M.Sc. or B.Sc. in Engineering or Economics and Business Administration, or qualified equivalent
• Fluency in English, both verbal and written
• Willingness to travel
• Experience of Production Part Approval Process / Experience in quality management for example in manufacturing processes
• Previous auditing experience or lead auditor qualification (e.g ISO 9001) is seen as an advantage
• Experience in SAP is seen as a benefit

  
Why you and us?   
  
You are valued – as your true self. At Wärtsilä YOU matter. We value diversity and are committed in supporting 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 for 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 26th of October 2025 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: 

Kaisa Lehikoinen 
Supplier Development Manager 
kaisa.lehikoinen@wartsila.com

Last application date: 26/10/2025 

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. 

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.