Global Propulsion Controls Service Engineer

Wärtsilä Corporation; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Wärtsilä Corporation in the United Kingdom is seeking a Service Engineer to support propulsion systems and electrical diagnostics on ships. The role involves global field assignments and hands-on troubleshooting to ensure reliable and safe vessel operations.

You will work within Wärtsilä’s Parts and Field Service framework, traveling to client sites, performing inspections, and delivering high-quality service documentation and reporting.

Qualifications

• Strong technical knowledge of propulsion systems and electrical engineering.
• Background in marine engineering or a related technical field.
• Ability to work independently and lead teams during complex service operations.
• Excellent English communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel extensively.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on technical expertise and electrical troubleshooting for ship propulsion systems.
• Perform inspections, adjustments, fine-tuning, and repairs to propulsion systems including CPP, gearboxes, water jets and thrusters.
• Lead and execute complex electrical repairs, overhauls, installations, and commissioning activities.
• Act as a technical expert, supporting customers and engineers in the field and ensuring smooth service execution.
• Work closely with service coordinators and clients, taking ownership of final reporting and technical documentation.
• Travel extensively worldwide (approximately 170 days per year) to deliver on-site service.

Skills

Propulsion systems

Electrical engineering

Team leadership

English communication

Driver's license

Education

Marine engineering or related technical field

Job description

Wärtsilä Corporation in the United Kingdom is seeking a Service Engineer to support propulsion systems and electrical diagnostics on ships. The role involves global field assignments and hands-on troubleshooting to ensure reliable and safe vessel operations.

You will work within Wärtsilä’s Parts and Field Service framework, traveling to client sites, performing inspections, and delivering high-quality service documentation and reporting.