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?

We are always on the lookout for a talent with a growth mindset – are you the one?  
  
We are looking for an Application Engineer Embedded Controls to join our team and develop controls for our multifuel engines. The preferred location for this position is Vaasa, Finland but also Turku, Finland is possible. We offer a possibility to hybrid remote work. 
  
Your role and responsibilities:  
 
As an application engineer, you will be working in one of our control’s functionality development teams. Together with the team you are responsible for end-to-end implementation of new controls. A typical controls implementation task includes requirement gathering, modelling of the controls, development of test cases, implementation of controls and finally writing the documentation for the new control implemented. The tasks can also be adjusted based on your individual skills and interests. You’ll be working as a member in one of our development teams. You will also interact with developers from other teams in area of engine controls.
 
Requirements for the position: 

• M.Sc in automation engineering or process engineering or other relevant field
• Knowledge of closed loop control
• Analytical mindset and ability to understand complex system
• Process modelling experience
• Excellent teamworking, coaching and communication skills.
• Fluency in verbal and written English, our everyday work language is English

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

• Competence in the following areas:
  • Matlab/Simulink
  • CI tools such as Atlassian
  • Experience in C programming
  • Experience from model creation for simulation purposes
• Experience in controls modelling
• Digital signal processing skills

  
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 of 24.9.2025 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: 

Matias Palmujoki
General Manager, Engine controls
Matias.palmujoki@wartsila.com

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Last application date: 24/09/2025 

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. 

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