Service Engineer Propulsion

Wärtsilä; Las Palmas de Gran Canaria; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Wärtsilä is seeking a Service Engineer Propulsion to join its Field Service team in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain. The role combines hands-on mechanical work with control system diagnostics to support commissioning, maintenance, repairs, and upgrades of propulsion equipment on vessels and in shipyards.

The ideal candidate has a technical degree in engineering, propulsion system experience, and strong English skills, with the ability to travel globally up to 80%.

Qualifications

• Technical diploma or Bachelor's degree in Marine, Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Automation or related field.
• Experience in service, maintenance, or operation of propulsion equipment and systems, ideally marine.
• Understanding of control and automation systems, PLCs and electrical systems used in marine propulsion.
• Ability to troubleshoot technical issues and identify root causes.
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively worldwide (70-80%) and work on vessels and shipyards.
• MS Office skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform troubleshooting, maintenance, repairs, and overhauls on propulsion equipment and control systems.
• Executing commissioning activities, sea trials, and system performance verification.
• Diagnosing and resolving mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and automation-related issues.
• Supporting propulsion control system upgrades, parameter adjustments, and operational testing.
• Conducting inspections and condition assessments of propulsion equipment.
• Preparing detailed technical, service, and travel reports after each assignment.
• Providing technical support and guidance to customers on-site and remotely.
• Collaborating closely with a global network of engineers, technical experts, and project teams.
• Ensuring all work complies with Wärtsilä quality, safety, and environmental standards.

Skills

Troubleshooting propulsion systems

Control systems

Mechanical engineering

English communication

Customer-facing

MS Office

Education

Technical diploma or Bachelor's in Marine/Mechanical/Electrical/Mechatronics/Automation

Tools

PLC knowledge

Electrical schematics reading

Job description

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. 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.

Business Unit Parts and Field Service is a global organisation with harmonised ways of working and tools to deliver the best possible services for our customers. In our global team we value, respect, and embrace different opinions and diversity. Safety, environment, and wellbeing are our foundation, and we never compromise them.

We are looking for a Service Engineer Propulsion to join our Field Service team and perform advanced service activities on Wärtsilä propulsion systems worldwide.

In this role, you will combine hands-on mechanical expertise with control system diagnostics and troubleshooting to support commissioning, maintenance, repairs, and upgrades of propulsion equipment both on board vessels and in shipyards.

The preferred location for this position is Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain.

Your Role And Responsibilities

• Performing troubleshooting, maintenance, repairs, and overhauls on propulsion equipment and associated control systems.
• Executing commissioning activities, sea trials, and system performance verification.
• Diagnosing and resolving complex mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and automation-related issues.
• Supporting propulsion control system upgrades, parameter adjustments, and operational testing.
• Conducting inspections and condition assessments of propulsion equipment.
• Preparing detailed technical, service, and travel reports after each assignment.
• Providing technical support and guidance to customers both on-site and remotely.
• Collaborating closely with a global network of engineers, technical experts, and project teams.
• Ensuring all work is performed according to Wärtsilä quality, safety, and environmental standards.

Requirements For The Position

• Technical diploma or Bachelor's degree in Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation, or a related field.
• Experience in service, maintenance, or operation of propulsion equipment and systems, ideally within marine environments.
• Understanding of control and automation systems, PLCs, and electrical systems used in marine propulsion applications.
• Ability to troubleshoot technical issues and identify root causes.
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively worldwide (around 70-80% of the time) and work on board vessels and at shipyard locations.
• Good computer skills, including MS Office applications.
• Strong command of English, both written and spoken.
• Good communication and customer-facing skills.
• Self-motivated and proactive mindset.
• Curiosity and willingness to continuously learn and develop new technical skills.

As an ideal candidate you might also have

• Background as a Marine Engineer, Field Service Engineer, or equivalent experience in marine environments.
• Experience with Wärtsilä propulsion products, including CPP, FPP, Tunnel Thrusters, Steerable Thrusters, Waterjets, or Gearboxes.
• Experience reading electrical drawings, hydraulic schematics, and control logic diagrams.

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.

Last application date: 29/10/2026

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.

This is Wärtsilä

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.

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