Automation & Embedded Controls Specialist

Wärtsilä Corporation

Vaasa

Hybrid

EUR 70,000 - 105,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Job summary

Wärtsilä Corporation in Finland is seeking a Technical Expert to strengthen the Technical Services Automation team. You will become a key, global specialist in embedded engine controls and automation systems, supporting customers and Wärtsilä products worldwide.

The role combines hands-on troubleshooting, software configuration, field support, testing, and product development, with travel about 25% and a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical/electronics/automation/mechatronics or a related field.
  • Experience in technical troubleshooting and problem solving.
  • Experience with embedded control or automation systems.
  • Strong analytical mindset and clear communication in English.

Responsibilities

  • Provide high-level technical support remotely and on-site to internal and external customers.
  • Investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve complex automation and control system issues.
  • Conduct site surveys, commissioning support, and field investigations globally.
  • Simulate and analyze field issues in advanced automation labs with physical and virtual test environments.
  • Perform root cause analyses and support product reliability improvements.
  • Manage engine automation software configurations, upgrades, backups, and system modifications.
  • Gather field feedback and operational data to identify improvement opportunities.
  • Prepare technical documentation including service bulletins and investigation reports.
  • Lead product and process development projects in collaboration with R&D and other departments.
  • Support product introductions, validation, and testing for next-generation automation platforms.
  • Serve as a technical reference point for product and field-related expertise across Wärtsilä.

Skills

Troubleshooting
Embedded control
Automation systems
Analytical mindset
English proficiency
Communication skills

Education

B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Electrical/Electronics/Automation/Mechatronics or related field

Job description

Wärtsilä Corporation in Finland is seeking a Technical Expert to strengthen the Technical Services Automation team. You will become a key, global specialist in embedded engine controls and automation systems, supporting customers and Wärtsilä products worldwide.

The role combines hands-on troubleshooting, software configuration, field support, testing, and product development, with travel about 25% and a hybrid work model.

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