Wärtsilä is an innovative technology company and a global leader in the energy market. For more than 190 years, we've been building what's next, helping our customers and society navigate the transition toward a decarbonized and sustainable future. Every day, Wärtsilians around the world put their hearts and minds into turning our purpose, enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services, into reality. As our business continues to grow, we're looking for forward-thinking talent who want to make an impact while building a long-term future. At Wärtsilä, you can build a career, not just a role, with opportunities to learn, grow, and contribute to work that matters. Join a company with a strong foundation, an exciting future, and a career path built to last. Want to join the ride?  Bring engines to life on new-build energy sites around the world. Wärtsilä Energy Business is looking for a Chief Commissioning Engineer, Engine Automation to join our Construction and Commissioning Services team. This is a hands-on opportunity to combine engine process knowledge, Engine Control System expertise, and practical troubleshooting to deliver reliable engine operation for our customers. We welcome applicants at different seniority levels: the role can be offered as Commissioning Engineer, Senior Commissioning Engineer or Chief Commissioning Engineer.  This is a permanent position based in Vaasa, Turku or Helsinki, Finland. The role focuses on engine automation commissioning at new-build energy sites and involves extensive international assignments, with approximately 250 days per year spent working on-site abroad. If you enjoy practical site work, international teamwork, and seeing the results of your expertise in operation, this role offers an opportunity to make a direct impact.   What will you be doing? In this role, you will turn engine automation expertise into safe, reliable operation at Wärtsilä’s new-build energy sites. Your focus will be the commissioning, testing and troubleshooting of Wärtsilä engine automation systems, particularly UNIC, together with the associated engine and plant auxiliaries. Working with global project teams, subcontractors and customers, you will resolve technical issues and help deliver high-quality commissioning results.   Your responsibilities for the role include, but are not limited to:   <ul><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;">Carrying out hands-on commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting of Wärtsilä engine automation systems (UNIC) at new-build energy sites, with a focus on safe and reliable engine operation</li></ul><ul><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;">Checking and adjusting engine and plant auxiliary systems, applying engine process knowledge to troubleshoot issues and optimising operation in collaboration with the site team</li></ul><ul><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;">Documenting commissioning activities, test results, and technical findings in clear internal and customer reports in line with Wärtsilä standards</li></ul>  Technical skills and qualifications:  <ul><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;">B.Sc. or similar in Automation Engineering or a related field</li></ul><ul><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;">At least five years of relevant automation commissioning experience, with hands-on capability in testing and troubleshooting engine automation systems</li></ul><ul><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;">Strong understanding of combustion engine processes and the tuning and adjustments needed to achieve reliable engine operation</li></ul><ul><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;">Proven practical expertise with engine automation systems, including commissioning, testing, and fault finding; UNIC system knowledge is seen as an advantage</li></ul><ul><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;">Familiarity with Wärtsilä four-stroke engines and how their operation is controlled through UNIC</li></ul><ul><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;">Understanding of mechanical and fluid processes and their interaction with engine automation; broader knowledge of Wärtsilä engine types and auxiliary systems is an advantage</li></ul><ul><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;">Excellent written and spoken English language skills</li></ul>  The following will enable you to succeed in this role:   <ul><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;">Flexibility and resilience to work abroad for extended periods</li></ul><ul><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;">A systematic, hands-on approach to diagnosing faults and resolving engine automation and process-related issues</li></ul><ul><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;">Positive mindset, adaptability, and strong team spirit</li></ul><ul><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;">Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills, with confidence in collaborating effectively with subcontractors, customers, and internal stakeholders</li></ul>  Why you and us? We at Wärtsilä believe in empowerment, ownership, and taking responsibility for our work. We support each other’s growth, and co-creation is the true basis of our innovation. We have the courage to see opportunities and take initiative. We are authentic and honest, and we strongly believe 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 Still unsure whether to apply or have a question about the role? For more information, please contact Marko Lindvall, General Manager, Automation &amp; Online Commissioning Services, by email at <a href="mailto:marko.lindvall@wartsila.com">marko.lindvall@wartsila.com</a> (only for questions from direct job applicants; applications sent via email will not be processed or responded to).  Ready to bring your engine automation expertise to new-build energy projects around the world? Submit your application through our Career portal before the deadline. We look forward to hearing from you.  Last application date: 04/11/2026  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. 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 industries, employing around 18,000 professionals across 78 countries. Together, we’re driving the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. Read more on <a href="https://www.wartsila.com">www.wartsila.com</a>

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.

Engine Automation Commissioning Engineer - New-Build Energy Sites

Wärtsilä is an innovative technology company and a global leader in the energy market. For more than 190 years, we've been building what's next, helping our customers and society navigate the transition toward a decarbonized and sustainable future. Every day, Wärtsilians around the world put their hearts and minds into turning our purpose, enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services, into reality. As our business continues to grow, we're looking for forward-thinking talent who want to make an impact while building a long-term future. At Wärtsilä, you can build a career, not just a role, with opportunities to learn, grow, and contribute to work that matters. Join a company with a strong foundation, an exciting future, and a career path built to last. Want to join the ride?  Bring engines to life on new-build energy sites around the world. Wärtsilä Energy Business is looking for a Chief Commissioning Engineer, Engine Automation to join our Construction and Commissioning Services team. This is a hands-on opportunity to combine engine process knowledge, Engine Control System expertise, and practical troubleshooting to deliver reliable engine operation for our customers. We welcome applicants at different seniority levels: the role can be offered as Commissioning Engineer, Senior Commissioning Engineer or Chief Commissioning Engineer.  This is a permanent position based in Vaasa, Turku or Helsinki, Finland. The role focuses on engine automation commissioning at new-build energy sites and involves extensive international assignments, with approximately 250 days per year spent working on-site abroad. If you enjoy practical site work, international teamwork, and seeing the results of your expertise in operation, this role offers an opportunity to make a direct impact.   What will you be doing? In this role, you will turn engine automation expertise into safe, reliable operation at Wärtsilä’s new-build energy sites. Your focus will be the commissioning, testing and troubleshooting of Wärtsilä engine automation systems, particularly UNIC, together with the associated engine and plant auxiliaries. Working with global project teams, subcontractors and customers, you will resolve technical issues and help deliver high-quality commissioning results.   Your responsibilities for the role include, but are not limited to:   <ul><li>Carrying out hands-on commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting of Wärtsilä engine automation systems (UNIC) at new-build energy sites, with a focus on safe and reliable engine operation</li></ul><ul><li>Checking and adjusting engine and plant auxiliary systems, applying engine process knowledge to troubleshoot issues and optimising operation in collaboration with the site team</li></ul><ul><li>Documenting commissioning activities, test results, and technical findings in clear internal and customer reports in line with Wärtsilä standards</li></ul>  Technical skills and qualifications:  <ul><li>B.Sc. or similar in Automation Engineering or a related field</li></ul><ul><li>At least five years of relevant automation commissioning experience, with hands-on capability in testing and troubleshooting engine automation systems</li></ul><ul><li>Strong understanding of combustion engine processes and the tuning and adjustments needed to achieve reliable engine operation</li></ul><ul><li>Proven practical expertise with engine automation systems, including commissioning, testing, and fault finding; UNIC system knowledge is seen as an advantage</li></ul><ul><li>Familiarity with Wärtsilä four-stroke engines and how their operation is controlled through UNIC</li></ul><ul><li>Understanding of mechanical and fluid processes and their interaction with engine automation; broader knowledge of Wärtsilä engine types and auxiliary systems is an advantage</li></ul><ul><li>Excellent written and spoken English language skills</li></ul>  The following will enable you to succeed in this role:   <ul><li>Flexibility and resilience to work abroad for extended periods</li></ul><ul><li>A systematic, hands-on approach to diagnosing faults and resolving engine automation and process-related issues</li></ul><ul><li>Positive mindset, adaptability, and strong team spirit</li></ul><ul><li>Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills, with confidence in collaborating effectively with subcontractors, customers, and internal stakeholders</li></ul>  Why you and us? We at Wärtsilä believe in empowerment, ownership, and taking responsibility for our work. We support each other’s growth, and co-creation is the true basis of our innovation. We have the courage to see opportunities and take initiative. We are authentic and honest, and we strongly believe 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 Still unsure whether to apply or have a question about the role? For more information, please contact Marko Lindvall, General Manager, Automation &amp; Online Commissioning Services, by email at <a href="mailto:marko.lindvall@wartsila.com">marko.lindvall@wartsila.com</a> (only for questions from direct job applicants; applications sent via email will not be processed or responded to).  Ready to bring your engine automation expertise to new-build energy projects around the world? Submit your application through our Career portal before the deadline. We look forward to hearing from you.  Last application date: 04/11/2026  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. 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 industries, employing around 18,000 professionals across 78 countries. Together, we’re driving the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. Read more on <a href="https://www.wartsila.com">www.wartsila.com</a>

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