Engine Automation Engineer

Wärtsilä; Vaasa; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Friendly colleagues

Tools and working spaces

Training and development

Job summary

Wärtsilä is seeking an Engine Automation Engineer in Vaasa, Finland. The role sits in the R&D and Engineering organization, focusing on automation solutions for customer engines in a permanent position.

You will create and test engine automation software configurations, support production and commissioning, and coordinate with sub-suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure successful project deliveries.

Qualifications

• Technical degree in electrical/automation engineering or equivalent.
• Experience with internal combustion engines and related automation systems.
• Fluent English; Finnish or Swedish proficiency is advantageous.
• Ability to work independently and in a team, with initiative and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Act as engine automation expert for defined engine types.
• Create and test engine automation software configurations for customer projects and maintain related data.
• Support engine production and factory testing in troubleshooting automation systems.
• Engage in customer projects via meetings with internal stakeholders and suppliers.
• Coordinate and supervise design and deliveries from sub-suppliers.
• Assist with commissioning at customer sites.
• Provide technical support for sales and supply management on engine automation.
• Collaborate with other teams on engine performance, design, software, and service.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Analytical thinking

Initiative

English proficiency

Finnish or Swedish

Education

Electrical/Automation engineering degree (MSc or BSc)

Tools

Engineering tools

Office tools

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. Did you know that shipping is the world’s most efficient mode of transportation and that 88% of the world's trade is carried by sea?

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. Are you ready to jump onboard?

We are looking for an Engine Automation Engineer with the main responsibility of engineering solutions for customer engines. This permanent position is part of the R&D and Engineering organization, and the position is located in Vaasa, Finland.

Modern diesel- and gas engines have an embedded engine automation system which forms an essential part of the engine and ensures optimal performance and functionality of the engine. The automation system is specifically configured for each delivery engine to meet the needs for each individual customer application.

We are offering technically interesting and challenging work with good opportunities to contribute to the development of the operations.

Your work will focus on these responsibilities:

• Act as engine automation expert for defined engine types
• Create and test engine automation software configurations for customer delivery projects and maintain related databases and documentation
• Support engine production and engine factory testing in advanced troubleshooting of engine automation systems
• Take part in the execution of customer projects through correspondence and participation in meetings with internal stakeholders and sub-suppliers
• Coordinate and supervise design and deliveries from sub-suppliers
• Support and assist with the commissioning at the customer sites
• Provide technical support for our sales- and supply management organizations regarding engine automation
• Participate in development projects and cooperate with other expert teams in the areas of engine performance, engine design, software development and technical service

To be able to succeed in the position, we expect you to have:

• Excellent communication and cooperation skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Logical thinking and systematic way of working
• Ability to take initiatives and act independently with accuracy in work
• Fluency in verbal and written English as well as Finnish or Swedish
• Motivation to learn and grow professionally
• Good knowledge of basic office tools and willingness to learn other engineering tools
• Technical education, MSc or BSc in electrical/automation engineering, or similar
• Experience of working with internal combustion engines and related automation systems

We offer:

• A working environment with highly skilled and friendly colleagues
• Interesting work with a mix of:
  • Independent behind-the-desk office work
  • Hands-on practical work with testing in rigs as well as troubleshooting on real production engines in manufacturing and engine test runs
  • Interaction with customers in cooperation with colleagues in e.g. project- and site management
• Appropriate tools and working spaces
• A variety of training activities, learning solutions, self-study materials and on-the-job training for personal competence development

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.

Contact & next steps

For further questions, please reach out to Johnny Remsu, General Manager / Automation & Control / Customer Delivery through [phone] or [e-mail] with any questions related to this position (only for questions from direct job applicants, applications through email will not be recorded or responded to).

Last application date: 23/08/2026

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.

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.

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.