Automation & Manufacturing Projects Engineer

Wärtsilä Corporation; Vaasa; Hybrid; EUR 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Wärtsilä Corporation in Vaasa, Finland, is seeking a motivated Project Engineer for manufacturing-related projects. The role focuses on development of manufacturing workshops, factory maintenance, and production-related initiatives with hybrid work options.

The candidate should hold a B.Sc or M.Sc in engineering with experience in manufacturing processes, automation, and project management. Strong problem-solving and bilingual English/Finnish communication are preferred.

Qualifications

• B.Sc. or M.Sc. in engineering (automation, mechanical, electrical, manufacturing, or industrial).
• Experience in manufacturing processes, maintenance, or production engineering.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical and communication skills.
• Fluency in English; Finnish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead or co-lead manufacturing-related development projects.
• Support factory maintenance and preventive/predictive programs.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, reliability and productivity.
• Collaborate with suppliers and internal stakeholders on solutions.
• Support digitalisation and data-driven initiatives in the factory.

Skills

Project management

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Kaizen

Automation systems

Education

B.Sc or M.Sc in engineering

Job description

Wärtsilä Corporation in Vaasa, Finland, is seeking a motivated Project Engineer for manufacturing-related projects. The role focuses on development of manufacturing workshops, factory maintenance, and production-related initiatives with hybrid work options.

The candidate should hold a B.Sc or M.Sc in engineering with experience in manufacturing processes, automation, and project management. Strong problem-solving and bilingual English/Finnish communication are preferred.