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?Project Engineer, Manufacturing related projects  We are always on the lookout for a talent with a growth mindset – are you the one?    We are looking for a motivated and proactive Project Engineer, Projects with a main responsibility in Manufacturing operational projects. In this role, you will support and drive development activities related to manufacturing workshops process, factory maintenance, and other production-related projects. The preferred location for this position is Vaasa, Finland. We offer the possibility of hybrid work.   Your role and responsibilities   As a Project Engineer your work will include Lead/Co-lead projects at Component Delivery Manufacturing organization. The projects can also be adjusted based on your individual skills, experience and interests at areas of Machining, Industrial robotic &amp; Automation system, Sub-assembly or Factory Maintenance. You’ll be working as a part of Manufacturing Technology organisation with wide expertise of automation, project management and maintenance knowhow.  Your work will focus on these responsibilities: <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px;"><li style="text-align:justify;margin-right:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman' , serif;margin-left:48.0px;">Planning and executing manufacturing-related development projects (Managing the scope, sourcing, FAT/SAT testing, installation, and commissioning of new manufacturing assets)</li><li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 48.0px;text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman' , serif;">Supporting factory maintenance in development projects, including preventive and predictive maintenance projects</li><li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 48.0px;text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman' , serif;">Identifying improvement opportunities in production processes, equipment reliability, workflow, quality, and productivity</li><li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 48.0px;text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman' , serif;">Working with suppliers and internal stakeholders on technical solutions and project implementation</li><li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 48.0px;text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman' , serif;">Supporting digitalisation and data-driven development initiatives in the factory environment</li></ul>  To be able to succeed in the position, we expect you to have:  <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;"><li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 48.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman' , serif;">B.Sc or M.Sc degree in engineering, such as automation, mechanical, electrical, manufacturing, industrial engineering, or a related field</li><li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 48.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman' , serif;">Experience areas such as manufacturing process (Machining or Sub-assemblies), Factory maintenance, Automation system (industrial Robotic cell), or production engineering</li><li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 48.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman' , serif;">Experience in project management models and/or continuous improvement method (e.g. Lean manufacturing, Sig Sigma, kaizen)</li><li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 48.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman' , serif;">Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills</li><li style="margin-right:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman' , serif;margin-left:48.0px;">Good written and spoken communication skills in both English and Finnish </li></ul>   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 &amp; next steps     We hope to hear from you soon by submitting your application through our careers portal until the deadline of 27.9.2026. We aim to keep you updated on the process throughout. For further questions, please reach out to Tero Kujamäki, Development Manager, through tero.kujamaki@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: 27/09/2026  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. 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 <a href="http://www.wartsila.com">www.wartsila.com</a>. #wärtsilämarine

We enable sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services together with all our stakeholders &ndash; today and tomorrow. We emphasise innovation in sustainable technology and services to help our customers continuously improve environmental and economic performance. We work together with our strong ecosystem of partners every day, providing a wide portfolio of leading technologies and innovative solutions that offer our customers superior uptime, reliability and foreseeable lifecycle costs across their operations. Our global passionate team of 17,500 energy and maritime experts in 200 locations in more than 70 countries is committed to shaping decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe.

Development Engineer, Automation

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?Project Engineer, Manufacturing related projects  We are always on the lookout for a talent with a growth mindset – are you the one?    We are looking for a motivated and proactive Project Engineer, Projects with a main responsibility in Manufacturing operational projects. In this role, you will support and drive development activities related to manufacturing workshops process, factory maintenance, and other production-related projects. The preferred location for this position is Vaasa, Finland. We offer the possibility of hybrid work.   Your role and responsibilities   As a Project Engineer your work will include Lead/Co-lead projects at Component Delivery Manufacturing organization. The projects can also be adjusted based on your individual skills, experience and interests at areas of Machining, Industrial robotic &amp; Automation system, Sub-assembly or Factory Maintenance. You’ll be working as a part of Manufacturing Technology organisation with wide expertise of automation, project management and maintenance knowhow.  Your work will focus on these responsibilities: <ul><li>Planning and executing manufacturing-related development projects (Managing the scope, sourcing, FAT/SAT testing, installation, and commissioning of new manufacturing assets)</li><li>Supporting factory maintenance in development projects, including preventive and predictive maintenance projects</li><li>Identifying improvement opportunities in production processes, equipment reliability, workflow, quality, and productivity</li><li>Working with suppliers and internal stakeholders on technical solutions and project implementation</li><li>Supporting digitalisation and data-driven development initiatives in the factory environment</li></ul>  To be able to succeed in the position, we expect you to have:  <ul><li>B.Sc or M.Sc degree in engineering, such as automation, mechanical, electrical, manufacturing, industrial engineering, or a related field</li><li>Experience areas such as manufacturing process (Machining or Sub-assemblies), Factory maintenance, Automation system (industrial Robotic cell), or production engineering</li><li>Experience in project management models and/or continuous improvement method (e.g. Lean manufacturing, Sig Sigma, kaizen)</li><li>Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills</li><li>Good written and spoken communication skills in both English and Finnish </li></ul>   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 &amp; next steps     We hope to hear from you soon by submitting your application through our careers portal until the deadline of 27.9.2026. We aim to keep you updated on the process throughout. For further questions, please reach out to Tero Kujamäki, Development Manager, through tero.kujamaki@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: 27/09/2026  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. 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 <a href="http://www.wartsila.com">www.wartsila.com</a>. #wärtsilämarine

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