Senior Field Service Engineer - Marine Engines (4-Stroke)

Wärtsilä; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 71,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended medical & dental

RRSP matching

4 weeks vacation

5 paid personal days

Job summary

Wärtsilä Canada is seeking a Sr. Field Service Engineer – Marine Engines to perform on-site maintenance, overhauls, and troubleshooting on Wärtsilä engines, offshore and onshore.

The role entails representing the company at customer sites, ensuring safety and high-quality service delivery. The ideal candidate will have a technical degree in Marine/Mechanical Engineering, hands-on engine experience, offshore work exposure, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Technical degree in Marine Engineering or equivalent.
• Hands-on experience in marine engine maintenance, installation, and repair.
• Experience with Wärtsilä engines or similar marine systems.
• Experience in offshore and remote environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform field service activities on Wärtsilä engines per the work plan.
• Lead complex overhaul and commissioning with minimal supervision.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and apply problem-solving skills.
• Interact professionally with customers during work execution.
• Provide progress updates and create Service Work Reports.
• Ensure all work follows QEHS guidelines and site procedures.
• Report status of work orders to customers and stakeholders.
• Provide technical guidance to less experienced engineers.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Independent work

Customer-facing

MS Office

Marine systems knowledge

Time management

Education

Marine Engineering degree

Job description

Wartsila is leading the maritime industry’s transformation toward a decarbonized and sustainable future. At Wartsila Marine, we are proud to offer our customers the world’s most comprehensive network of marine expertise, from engines to full lifecycle solutions. Together, we are shaping an interconnected and cleaner maritime future.

We are now looking for a Sr. Field Service Engineer – Marine Engines to join our team working for a better future.

The position is permanent, and the preferred location is within Canada, ideally near a major international airport.

What You Will Be Doing?

As a Sr. Field Service Engineer, you will execute a wide range of field service activities on Wartsila engines, including maintenance, overhauls, troubleshooting, and reporting. You will represent Wartsila at customer sites, ensuring high-quality service delivery aligned with safety and technical standards.

You will work in dynamic environments, both onshore and offshore, collaborating with internal teams and interacting directly with customers to support operational excellence.

In this role, you will report to the Team Leader, FS 4-Stroke.

Responsibilities:

• Perform field service activities according to the work plan on Wartsila engines.
• Lead complex overhaul, troubleshooting, and commissioning activities with minimal supervision.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and apply practical problem-solving skills.
• Interact professionally with customers during work execution.
• Provide internal and external progress updates for assigned work.
• Create and maintain accurate Service Work Reports.
• Ensure all work is performed in accordance with Wartsila QEHS guidelines and site procedures.
• Follow up and report on the status of work orders to customers and internal stakeholders.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to less experienced Field Service Engineers when required.

Required Qualifications:

Education:

• Technical degree in Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience:

• Hands‑on experience in marine engine maintenance, installation, and repair.
• Experience working with Wartsila engines or similar marine systems.
• Strong knowledge of Wartsila Dual Fuel engines or similar technologies is highly preferred.
• Experience working in offshore and remote environments.

Skills:

• Strong troubleshooting and technical problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in field conditions.
• Customer‑facing experience with professional interaction skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office tools.
• Knowledge of auxiliary systems related to marine engines is preferred.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Physical Requirements:

• Vision: Close, distance, and depth perception.
• Color perception (red, green, amber).
• Hearing and clear verbal communication.
• Manual dexterity (hands and fingers).
• Ability to mount and dismount equipment (e.g., forklift/truck).
• Physical activities: pushing, pulling, kneeling, crouching, crawling.
• Lifting up to 45 lbs and carrying up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to stand, sit, bend, and move for extended periods.
• Climbing and maintaining balance.

As an Ideal Candidate, We Expect You to Have:

• High integrity.
• Passion for customer service and technical excellence.
• Strong focus on quality and safety.
• Critical thinking
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) in languages needed to support the team.
• Strong organizational skills and a team player mindset.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Demonstrated safety-first mindset and strong adherence to safety protocols.

Travel Requirements:

In this role, extensive domestic and international travel is required. While some activities may be planned, the role requires flexibility, with travel expected up to 75% of the time (approximately 7–8 months per year), including onshore and offshore assignments.

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

Successful candidates must be able to travel to the United States for business purposes.

For applicants that reside in BC/ON, the annual salary wage range for this position ranges from $70,601 to $100,859 CAD, depending on experience, qualifications, and location.

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.

Wartsila Canada offers a generous benefit package for eligible permanent roles, including but not limited to; extended medical & dental coverage, RRSP matching (employer contribution up to 7% of salary), 4 weeks of vacation (increases based on years of service with Wartsila) and 5 paid personal days per year.

As part of the recruitment process, certain roles will be subject to pre‑employment conditions, which can include — but are not limited to — reference checks, background screening (criminal record, education, and employment verification), fit‑to‑work medical assessments, and confirmation of eligibility to work in Canada.

Last application date: 18/09/2026

Wartsila is committed to Employment Equity, supports diversity in the workplace, and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, and persons with disabilities.

If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know, and we will work with you to support your request.

At Wartsila 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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