Superintendent E&A/Propulsion

Superintendent E&A/Propulsion control

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 90% 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?

Business Unit Parts and Field Service is a global organisation with harmonised ways of working and tools to deliver the best possible services for our customers. In our global team we value, respect, and embrace different opinions and diversity. Safety, environment, and wellbeing are our foundation, and we never compromise them.

We are looking for a Superintendent E&A/Propulsion control to join our Propulsion Parts and Field Services Resources team, for overseeing the electrical and automation (E&A) systems, as well as propulsion control systems, of vessels or marine assets.

The preferred location for this position is in Trieste, Italy. 

Your role and responsibilities 

As a Superintendent E&A/Propulsion control, your work will include the following tasks:

• Carry out complex field service activities in electrical and automation related to Wartsila's products, including their commissioning, trial tests, adjustments, repair and maintenance.
• Perform advanced troubleshooting on site to isolate and find root causes of failures in electrical and automation equipment.
• Lead and manage assigned self/team while on site, interacting with the customer to arrange for proper schedule to achieve desired scope. Be able to assure prompt feedback to work Coordination and Resources departments.
• Ensure that the work is executed according to Wärtsila Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental guidelines and customer site procedures.
• Inspect completed work to ensure that repairs have been finalized correctly and that machinery and equipment are compliant to specifications and safety standards.
• Proactively advice and promote available products and solutions to customers. Perform site audits, supporting our sales departments too.
• Keep track of work details and provide deepen reports, including all the necessary details (measurements, photos, way of working, investigations, etc.). Perform internal and external progress reporting on the status of assigned work. Keep track and provide the accounting of time, together with the spare parts to be used.
• Prepare technical and travel reports on time, with the collections of the expected documentation according to Wartsila quality. To be written in English.
• Ready to travel on short notice. Away from home more than 80% of the working time.

The tasks can also be adjusted based on your individual skills and interests. You'll be working as a part of a team with diverse expertise.

 Requirements for the position

• Electrical and automation technical knowledge, communication nets and interfaces, sensors, actuators, auxiliary equipment.
• PLC programming, SCADA systems knowledge.
• Computer skills, MS Office suite.
• Good read and written English.
• Ready to travel around 70% of the time, to work abroad and on board of sailing vessels.

As an ideal candidate you might also have… 

• Excellent problem-solving and diagnostic skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for working with diverse teams and stakeholders.

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 

Submit your application before the deadline through our Careers portal. Applications through email will not be considered. After submitting your application you’ll receive a confirmation email. We try our best to get back to everyone within 2-3 weeks after application deadline. 

In case of any questions, reach out to Renato Marre, FS Team Leader Resources E&A, Propulsion & Environmental at renato.marre@wartsila.com.

Last application date: 26/08/2024 

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. 

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. 

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