Running Gear Component Expert

Wärtsilä; Vaasa; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Wärtsilä is seeking a Running Gear Component Expert in Vaasa, Finland, with a focus on 4-stroke diesel engine rotating components research and development. The role offers hybrid remote work, with responsibilities spanning component development, data management, and collaboration with external partners.

Qualifications include a MSc or BSc in mechanical engineering, 3+ years industry experience, and strong English and Finnish communication.

Qualifications

• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Good written and spoken communication in both English and Finnish.
• Strong knowhow of material fatigue, tribology and/or vibrations.
• At least 3 years of experience working in the industry.
• M.Sc or B.Sc degree in mechanical engineering

Responsibilities

• Maintain component technology data base to meet future customer needs.
• Conduct and coordinate the component development and technical cooperation with internal and external partners.
• Provide support and expert services for new development projects.
• Support digitalisation and data-driven development.
• Provide support for service organisation in failure and root cause analysis.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Communication skills

English

Finnish

Education

M.Sc or B.Sc in mechanical engineering

Job description

Running Gear Component Expert

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 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 Running Gear Component Expert with a main responsibility in 4-stroke diesel engine rotating components research and development work.

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

Your role and responsibilities

As a Running GearComponent Expert your work will include development projects of new engines engineering work with new fuels, component manufacturing technology, extend of life time against fatigue, vibration analyses, field results analyses and supplier co-operation and developments. The tasks can also be adjusted based on your individual skills and interests. You’ll be working as a part of Component Expertise Running Gear team with diverse expertise.

Your work will focus these responsibilities

• Maintain component technology data base to meet future customer needs
• Conduct and coordinate the component development and technical cooperation with internal and external partners
• Provide support and expert services for new development projects
• Support digitalisation and data-driven development
• Provide support for service organisation in failure and root cause analysis

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

• M.Sc or B.Sc degree in mechanical engineering
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills
• Good written and spoken communication skills in both English and Finnish
• Strong knowhow of material fatigue, tribology and/or vibrations
• At least 3 years of experience working at the industry

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. Wärtsilian community 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.

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.

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.