Electrical Engineer

Wärtsilä Corporation; Stord; On-site; NOK 550,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in marine technology is seeking an Electrical Engineer in Norway, Vestland. You will engineer full electric solutions for ships and offshore installations, working with advanced battery and hybrid technologies. The ideal candidate holds a degree in Electrical Engineering and has professional experience in the marine sector. Join us in shaping sustainable innovations in a diverse and supportive workplace.

Qualifications

• Professional experience within the marine sector, especially in offshore and ships.
• Good communication skills in Norwegian, written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Engineering full electric solutions for newbuild and retrofit ships and offshore installations.
• Working with battery and hybrid technologies, switchboards, transformers, and generators.

Skills

Communication skills in English

Knowledge of electrical engineering programmes

Hands-on attitude

Structured and practical way of working

Education

Master's or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Wärtsilä is a world leader in marine technology and a world‑leading total supplier of electric and hybrid solutions for the marine industry and offshore. We are dedicated to delivering innovative and sustainable solutions to our customers across a portfolio that ranges from shaft generators, electric propulsion systems to hybrid solutions and shore power.

Your role and responsibilities

As an Electrical Engineer you will be at the forefront of engineering full electric solutions for both newbuild and retrofit ships and offshore installations. You’ll work with battery and hybrid technologies, switchboards, transformers, generators – contributing directly to the electrification of the marine industry. The role demands broad technical knowledge and a hands‑on attitude in a versatile work environment where technology is constantly explored and applied. If you are passionate about sustainable innovation and ready to make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you.

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

• A Masters or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
• Professional experience within the marine sector, especially in offshore and ships
• A structured and practical way of working with a hands‑on attitude
• Knowledge within electrical engineering programmes
• Good communication skills in English and Norwegian, written and spoken

Why you and us?

You are valued – as your true self. At Wärtsilä YOU matter. We value diversity and are committed to supporting an inclusive work community. Your growth is supported. We believe in continuous learning and teamwork. You get to make a difference. Innovation and sustainability are important for us. Every day, we put our hearts and minds into enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality.

Contact & next steps

Please submit your application before the application deadline through our Careers portal. Applications through email will not be considered. After submitting your application you will receive a confirmation email.

For any questions or inquiries related to this position, please reach out to Steinar Austefjord on [e-mail] or by phone: [phone].

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.

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.