Project Engineer - Shaftlines

Wärtsilä; Havant; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in technology is looking for a Project Engineer - Shaftlines in Havant, UK. This role involves leading engineering projects, ensuring compliance with technical codes, and mentoring junior staff. Candidates should have a relevant engineering degree and a positive attitude towards tasks. The position requires some travel, approximately 20%, and offers a supportive team environment focused on innovation and sustainability.

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant engineering or scientific discipline.
• Progress towards Chartered Engineer (CEng).
• Willingness to learn and take on new tasks.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate Engineering projects.
• Ensure compliance with specific codes and standards.
• Liaise with project stakeholders.
• Mentor junior staff.

Skills

Can do attitude

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Degree BEng (Hons) in Mechanical, Electrical, or other Engineering

Job description

Overview

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. 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. Together, we can create new business opportunities and a more sustainable future that we can all be proud of. Want to join the ride?

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 now looking for a Project Engineer - Shaftlines to join our team working for a better future.

The preferred location for the position is in Havant, UK.

What you will be doing

• Lead and coordinate Engineering projects, including dealing with customer queries.
• Ensure compliance to specific codes. Ensure adherence to the Engineering BMS and the overall company BMS.
• Work closely with Systems and Design teams to create requirements capture.
• Ensure that changes are recorded accordingly.
• Liaise with the main project stakeholders, internal and external.
• Delegate tasks to the team, work closely with the Project Manager and the Engineering Managers.
• Coordinate multidiscipline projects.
• Mentor junior members of staff.

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

• Degree BEng (Hons) in Mechanical, Electrical, or other Engineering or Scientific discipline
• Progress towards CEng.
• A can do attitude and willingness to learn and take on tasks that might not be familiar.
• Work harmoniously with other company functions.
• Maintain compliance with all relevant data control requirements.
• Be prepared to visit clients or suppliers at short notice.

In this role, some travel is required to meet with our customers around the world. Thus, we hope you to be ready to travel approximately 20%, even though most of the meetings are held virtually.

Why you and us?

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

We hope to hear from you soon by submitting your application through our careers portal. We aim to keep you updated on the process throughout. For further questions please reach out to Jess Baxter, Talent Acquisition Partner, via email [e-mail] with any questions related to this position (NO AGENCIES - Only for questions from direct job applicants, applications through email will not be recorded or responded to).

Welcome to join us in shaping the decarbonisation of marine and energy!

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.

Last application date: 09.10.2025