Software Solutions Engineer - ES&O

Wärtsilä Corporation; Council of the City of Sydney; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology leader is seeking a Software Solutions Engineer to develop innovative software for energy solutions and work with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate has a degree in software engineering and experience with control systems, energy delivery, and networking. This role involves occasional travel and offers a flexible working environment in Sydney, Australia.

Benefits

Continuous learning opportunities

Inclusive work community

Innovation-driven projects

Qualifications

• Experience with control systems, substations, power plants, and transmission systems.
• Familiarity with SCADA standards and products.
• Understanding of industrial communication protocols (Modbus, DNP3, OPC DA/UA).

Responsibilities

• Develop software for project-specific or customer-specific needs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve challenges.
• Create tools to support commissioning teams.

Skills

Software Development

Control Systems

Networking

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Education

Degree in Software Engineering or related field

Tools

Linux OS

Java Development

Jira

Git

Confluence

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Software Solutions Engineer - ES&O

Wärtsilä Energy leads the transition towards a 100% renewable energy future. We help our partners to accelerate their decarbonisation journeys through our market-leading technologies and power system modelling expertise. These cover decarbonisation services, future-fuel enabled balancing power plants, hybrid solutions, energy storage and optimisation technology, including the GEMS Digital Energy Platform.

Did you know Wärtsilä has delivered 79 GW of power plant capacity and more than 130 energy storage installations in 180 countries around the world?

In this fast changing world of energy, we 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. Want to join the ride?

Wärtsilä Energy Storage is driving the renewable energy revolution with cutting-edge grid-scale battery energy storage solutions. We’re seeking a versatile and innovative Software Solutions Engineer to join our team of controls and software experts. If you\'re passionate about solving complex challenges and enabling a sustainable future, we want to hear from you.

What You’ll Do

• Developing software for project-specific or customer-specific needs beyond our standard product scope
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to solve challenges in networking, energy delivery, runtime performance, usability, and automation
• Creating novel tools to support commissioning teams during project delivery

What We’re Looking For

• A degree in Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• Experience with control systems, substations, power plants, and transmission systems
• Familiarity with SCADA standards and products
• Networking knowledge (VLAN, NAT, switches, routers)
• Understanding of industrial communication protocols (Modbus, DNP3, OPC DA/UA)
• Passion for renewable energy and grid code compliance (IEEE 1547)
• Strong attention to detail and time management skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of TCP/IP and cybersecurity in industrial control systems
• Experience with Linux OS, Java development, and software tools like Jira, Git, and Confluence
• Familiarity with SSH, tunneling, Docker, and Kubernetes
• Ability to create technical diagrams using ACAD or Visio

This role involves occasional travel (10%) to meet customers and support project delivery. Most collaboration is virtual, allowing flexibility and global reach.

Why you and us

You are valuated – as your true self. At Wärtsilä 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 put our hearts and minds into enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality.

Successful applicants must be authorized to work in Australia without sponsorship.

The starting salary for this position would be determined with consideration of the successful candidate’s relevant education, individual skill set, level of experience applicable to the role they are being offered and consideration of internal equity.

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.

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 www.wartsila.com .