Wärtsilä is leading the maritime industry’s transformation towards a decarbonised and sustainable future. We at Wärtsilä Marine Power are proud to offer our customers the world’s widest network of maritime expertise and the full portfolio from engines to lifecycle solutions. 

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?

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 with smart technology, and our Smart Marine and Energy visions 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 cleaner 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?

Wärtsilä Marine Power, R&D and Engineering is looking for a (Senior) Chief Design Engineer to develop new design solutions for 4-stroke engines together with other R&D Engineers.

Chief Design Engineer performs assigned demanding design tasks and engineering work to ensure that products and services meet the required quality standards and actual customer needs.

In this position you will be participating in new engine development, customer delivery projects as product care activities. This position provides a good opportunity to learn and grow in design and Engineering within diesel, gas and multi-fuel 4-stroke engines.

Location for this position is primarily Vaasa, Finland.

Responsibilities:

• Design engine components and systems (3D models, drawings, feasibility studies) and produce technical specifications.
• Respecting guidelines
• Implementing Design for Manufacturing, Assembly & Service concepts
• Ensuring that design is cost efficient and assembly/maintenance optimized
• Ensuring benchmarking of alternative design solutions
• Participate in development of new design solutions together with other R&D Engineers
• Participate in product care activities
• Give technical support to other departments
• Perform work break-down and effort estimation for all significant design tasks
• Manage design schedule adherence by regular progress review meetings with designers
• Perform root cause analysis of design errors and provide lessons learned input to our common instructions

Requirements:

• B.Sc or M.Sc in Engineering
• Experience with diesel and/or gas engines
• 5-10 years of experience in design / Engineering environment
• Experience of 3D design tool (Siemens NX)
• Ability to work independently as well as part of team
• Good command of English, both oral and written

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 a diverse and inclusive work community where everyone can be their true self. 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?

Contact & next steps

We hope to hear from you before the application deadline 9.6.2022, through submitting your application through our career’s portal. We aim to keep you updated on the process all the way.

Are you still wondering if you should apply and would like to get something clarified? Please reach out to:

General Manager, Hans-Erik Nysand, Tel. +358 50 0867844

Design Manager, Kristoffer Sundfors, Tel. +358 50 3050003

through phone on date time with any questions related to this position (only for questions from direct job applicants, applications through email will not be recorded or responded to).

All new Wärtsilä employees in Finland will attend occupational health check, including the drug test/screening.  The legislation of the country followed when person is located outside of Finland.
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 Marine Power leads the industry in its journey towards a decarbonised and sustainable future. Our broad portfolio of engines, propulsion systems, hybrid technology, and integrated powertrain systems delivers the efficiency, reliability, safety, and environmental performance needed to support our customers to be successful. Our offering includes performance-based agreements, lifecycle solutions, and an unrivalled global network of maritime expertise. www.wartsila.com/marine 

Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. We emphasise innovation in sustainable technology and services to help our customers continuously improve their environmental and economic performance. Our dedicated and passionate team of 17,000 professionals in more than 200 locations in 68 countries shape the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. In 2021, Wärtsilä’s net sales totalled EUR 4.8 billion. Wärtsilä is listed on Nasdaq Helsinki. Find out more at www.wartsila.com.