Radar Test Engineer

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

Radar Test Engineer (m/f/d)

to support software product testing, certification, and development of marine navigation systems.

The preferred location for the position is in Hamburg, Germany.

What You Will Be Doing

The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of radar technologies and maritime navigation, actively contributing to the improvement and innovation of radar and related systems

As Radar Test Engineer, your work will focus on these responsibilities:

• Conduct testing of marine navigation devices, including radar systems.
• Prepare products for certification processes.
• Ensure product compliance with relevant maritime standards.
• Propose improvements and innovations for radar and navigation devices.
• Write detailed product specifications.
• Work within a SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework) environment.
• Collaborate closely with Product Owners, designers, developers, and other stakeholders.
• Provide technical support to other departments, including sales and production.
  
  

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

• Extensive knowledge of marine navigation systems, particularly radar.
• Hands-on experience with product testing and certification.
• Familiarity with testing methodologies is a plus.
• Proven ability to propose and implement improvements to navigation systems.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.
  
  

Will Be a Plus

• Experience in testing maritime applications and experience in seafaring.
• Experience in radar/ECDIS system engineering, preferably in maritime applications.
• Familiarity with maritime navigation systems (e.g., ECDIS, AIS) and integration protocols (e.g., NMEA).
  
  

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 Violetta Blatz, Head of Engineering, Navigation & Data, through email violetta.blatz@wartsila.com with any questions related to this position (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!

Last application date: 11/06/2025

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.

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