Continuous Improvement and Planning Expert

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

Job summary

Wärtsilä is seeking a Continuous Improvement & Planning Expert to drive development of R&D and Engineering planning frameworks and to lead structured problem-solving events. The role is based in Vaasa with hybrid remote work and focuses on cross‑team planning in a matrix organization.

Ideal candidates have an MSc in Industrial Management, 3+ years in project/change management and continuous improvement, and strong facilitation and lean/agile skills.

Qualifications

• MSc in Industrial Management or related field.
• Strong facilitation skills with ability to energize teams.
• 3 years of experience in project and change management.
• 3 years of experience in continuous improvement, lean and agile methods.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate development and continuous improvement of R&D and Engineering ways of working.
• Manage planning process with project managers and facilitate events (planning sessions, retrospectives, workshops).
• Support line managers to build capabilities and improve efficiency.
• Promote cross-functional learning and collaboration across the organization.

Skills

Facilitation

Lean

Agile

Cross-functional leadership

Change management

Planning

Education

MSc in Industrial Management

Job description

Tiivistelmä työpaikkailmoituksesta:

• You will facilitate and develop R&D and Engineering planning, frameworks and ways of working, and run planning sessions, retrospectives and structured problem‑solving events.


• The preferred workplace is Vaasa, Finland with hybrid remote work and you will join the Continuous Improvement & Planning team.


• The role requires an MSc (or equivalent) in Industrial Management or a related field, at least three years' experience in project/change management and continuous improvement, and strong facilitation and lean/agile skills for working in a matrix organization.


• Fluent English and very good spoken Finnish or Swedish are mandatory, and applications must be submitted via Wärtsilä's Careers portal by 21/08/2026.

Wärtsilä is an innovativetechnology company known forbeing 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 isto provide increased value to bothour 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 more sustainable future that we can all be proud of.

We want to transition the world towards a decarbonisedand 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 always on the lookout for a talent with a growth mindset - are you the one?

We are looking for aContinuous Improvement & Planning Expertwith main responsibilities in cross-team planning and way of working development. This means supporting the adoption of improved practices across RDE, as well asfacilitatingevents fore.g.planning, process development, and problem-solving.

The preferred location for this position is Vaasa, Finland. We offer a possibility to hybrid remote work.

Your role and responsibilities

As a CI & Planning expert, your workwill includefacilitatingthe development and continuous improvement of R&D and Engineering's ways of working bymaintainingand evolving the frameworks, processes, and methodologies that enable effective planning, development, and collaboration.

Additionally, you will manage the planning process together with project managers. You willfacilitateregular or topic-specific events such as planning sessions, retrospectives, development workshops, and structuredproblem-solvingactivities by ensuring smooth execution and high-quality outcomes.

Your work also includes supporting line managers and teams in helping them build their capabilities and work more efficiently. You will contribute tostrengtheninga culture of continuous improvement across the organization and activelypromotecrossfunctional learning and collaboration.

You'llbe working as a part of our energetic Continuous improvement & planning team with diverseexpertise.

Requirements for the position:

• MSc in Industrial Management or Business development, alternatively some other relevant field like Organizational Psychology or Human resources management

• Excellent facilitation skills with ability to motivate and energize others

• Ability to lead and support teams in collaborative work also in matrix organization on continuous improvement and planning matters

• 3 years of experience in managing projects and change implementation

• 3 years of experience andknow-howin continuous improvement, lean and agilemethodologiesand organizational development

Qualifications/to be able to succeed in the position we expect you to have:

• Fluent in written and spoken English.Very goodskills in spoken Finnish or Swedisharemust.

• Excellent co-operation, teamwork, and communicationskills

• Proventrack recordof structured and systematic way of working with a strong drive for taking development initiatives forward

• A curious and open mindset- willingness tobe an early adopter

• Ability to adapt to frequent changes in plans and the work environment

• Basic knowledge of engineering or product development processes

Why you and us?

You are valued – as your true self.At Wärtsilä YOU matter. We value diversity and are committed in supporting inclusive work community.

Your growth is supported.We believe in continuous learning & teamwork.Wärtsiliancommunity 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 -Wärtsilians- put our hearts and minds into enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality.

Contact & next steps

In case of any questionsregardingthe position, reach out to: [e-mail]

Last application date: 21/08/2026

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