Commissioning Engineer, Electrical

Wärtsilä; Vaasa; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Wärtsilä in Finland seeks a Commissioning Engineer, Electrical to lead and supervise electrical installation and commissioning on new-build power plants. The role includes international travel (~250 days/year) and collaboration with a global team.

Preferred locations Vaasa, Turku or Helsinki; living location is not mandatory. You will work with electrical design, installation, testing, documentation and HSSE compliance to ensure safe handover of the plant.

Qualifications

• BSc or MSc in Electrical Engineering is required.
• Familiarity with relevant codes and standards.
• Willingness to travel and adapt to diverse cultures.
• Strong English communication skills (oral and written).

Responsibilities

• Guide electrical subcontractors on site and manage installation activities.
• Perform start-up, tests and commissioning in line with plans.
• Maintain HSSE compliance and proper documentation.

Skills

Electrical Eng. degree

Codes & standards

Construction experience

Communication skills

Learning agility

Willingness to travel

Cultural adaptability

English proficiency

Additional languages

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Job description

Wärtsilä is an innovative technology company known for being a forerunner in the Marine and Energy markets. Every day, we – Wärtsilians – put our hearts and minds into turning Wärtsilä's purpose of enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality. Our ultimate aim is to provide increased value to both our customers and society. New, game-changing ideas and continuous improvement have been part of our DNA since 1834. Together, we can create new business opportunities and a more sustainable future that we can all be proud of.

We want to transition the world towards a decarbonised and sustainable future. By pushing the boundaries of engineering and technology, we can make it work. We are always on the lookout for future-oriented talent – want to join the ride?

We are looking for a Commissioning Engineer, Electrical with a main responsibility for planning and supervising electrical installation and commissioning activities at the project site. This position will therefore see you traveling abroad, around the world, approximately 250 days a year. The preferred location for this position is Vaasa, Turku or Helsinki, Finland. Please note that living in one of the preferred office locations is not mandatory.

Your Role And Responsibilities

This position offers you an opportunity to use and enlarge your expertise in an international and dynamic environment, working on new-build power plant installation and commissioning works. Projects, production locations, Wärtsilä offices, customers, and suppliers can be found all over the world. We offer you an interesting position and the possibility to work with a successful global team in an international company.

Responsibilities during installation

• Guide electrical subcontractor(s) at the site
• Ensure that planned works are executed according to the Last Planner System
• Maintain good reporting practices
• Ensure that electrical as-built drawings are completed and communicated
• Safeguard compliance with HSSE policies and minimize risks in electrical installations and tests
• Coordinate construction and installation works in cooperation with civil and mechanical disciplines
• Perform inspection of received material and goods at the site
• Participate in the electrical weekly site meetings
• Perform quality control and installation inspections at the site
• Guide the subcontractor(s) with electrical design and installation instructions
• Assist the subcontractor(s) in planning, organizing, and executing electrical works
• Advise and support the client in planning, organizing, and executing tests
• Ensure that safe inspections and test procedures are followed
• Instruct the subcontractor to use accepted test and inspection methods and proper test equipment
• Perform testing of installed equipment and document test results
• Maintain the punch list
• Ensure that all required documents are submitted and signed by the customer for the takeover of the plant

Responsibilities during commissioning

• Perform start-up and tests of equipment within the scope of the contract
• Follow the commissioning plan
• Follow commissioning and performance test procedures
• Ensure that all test results are documented according to Wärtsilä instructions
• Safeguard compliance with EHS policies and minimize risks during commissioning
• Ensure that safe commissioning practices are followed
• Resolve and record technical problems during commissioning
• Participate in the site commissioning meetings
• Ensure that safe and calibrated test equipment is used
• Maintain good reporting practices
• Guide operation personnel with plant design and functionalities
• Assist the client with commissioning procedures and testing
• Ensure safe and reliable function of the plant and equipment
• Ensure as-built drawings are completed and communicated
• Maintain the punch list
• Ensure that all required documents are submitted and signed by the client for takeover of the plant

To be successful in this role, we expect you to have:

• B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering
• Familiarity with relevant codes and standards
• Understanding of utility generation construction and commissioning practices, working experience in similar tasks is preferred
• Good communication and team-building skills
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies
• Willingness to travel
• Ability to adjust to a wide range of conditions and cultural environments
• Good command of English, both oral and written
• Other language skills are seen as an advantage

Why you and us?

We at Wärtsilä believe in empowerment, ownership, and taking responsibility for our work. We support each other’s growth, and co-creation is the true basis of our innovation. We have the courage to see opportunities and take initiative.

We are authentic and honest, and we strongly believe that by being your own true self, you can accomplish so much more. We don’t always get it right the first time, and if mistakes are made, we make sure to learn and grow from them. We want everyone to voice their opinions freely. That is why we have built an environment that empowers you and everyone around you and where you can feel safe and cared for. Are you eager to be part of this ambition?

We have an amazing team, and we are excited about our work and the impact it has on building sustainable societies. We are looking to find a colleague with this shared passion for smart technologies and a sustainable future.

Last application date: 25/10/2026

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.

All new Wärtsilä employees in Finland will attend occupational health checks, including drug tests/screenings where applicable. When a person is located outside of Finland, the country legislation is followed.

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.