Senior Technical Expert

<p> </p> <p>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, continuous improvement and transformative results 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. </p> <p> </p> <p>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?</p> <p> </p> <p>We are looking for a (Senior) Technical Expert to join our skilled Technical Services team. The preferred location is Vaasa, Finland. We would like to encourage candidates with experience compatible with a Technical Expert role to apply as well, as a lower seniority level can also be considered. </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p>What will you be doing?</p> <p> </p> <p>As a (Senior) Technical Expert in the Investigation Laboratory function of Technical Services, you would be focusing mainly on investigations of damaged large bore engine components received from the field and on supplier quality inspections. The position requires good overall knowledge of materials, excellent troubleshooting skills, a genuine interest in engines, and a problem-solving mind-set.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p>Your responsibilities for the role include, but are not limited to:</p> <p> </p> <ul> <li>Performing damage investigations of engine components returned from the field.</li> <li>Preparing recommendations and improvement proposals for preventing future failures.</li> <li>Participating in conducting root cause analyses.</li> <li>Performing supplier quality inspections.</li> <li>Keeping contact with external laboratories providing testing methods that are not available in-house.</li> <li>Supporting claim handlers, service network, engine groups, component experts, and other internal interest groups.</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p>To be successful in this role, you should have:</p> <p> </p> <ul> <li>MSc or BSc in mechanical engineering or equivalent, specialized preferably in materials engineering.</li> <li>Strong overall knowledge of materials (manufacturing processes, heat treatments, surface treatments, properties, usability, applications, failure analyses, and so on).</li> <li>Familiarity with material testing, mechanical testing, and research methods (destructive and non-destructive methods).</li> <li>Excellent technical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.</li> <li>Good knowledge of 4-stroke engines (assembly, operation, maintenance, and repair).</li> <li>Experience of technical documentation.</li> <li>Cooperative attitude, good communication and negotiation skills.</li> <li>Fluency in English, both written and verbal.</li> <li>Good command of Finnish or Swedish considered an advantage.</li> <li>At least five years of relevant work experience.</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p>Why you &amp; us? </p> <p> </p> <p>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.</p> <p> </p> <p>We are authentic and honest, and we strongly believe in a diverse and inclusive work community where everyone can be their true self. 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?</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p>Contact &amp; next steps:</p> <p> </p> <p>Does this sound like the job for you? If yes, we hope to hear from you before the application deadline Thursday January 11th, 2024, by submitting your application in our Careers portal. We aim to keep you informed along the way. Our recruiting tool recognizes the time zone where the job ad has been published and closes the application period according to the same time zone.</p> <p> </p> <p>Are you still wondering if you should apply and would like to get something clarified? Please reach out to <em>Manager, Investigation Laboratories Vaasa &amp; Turku</em> Visa Lang via email at visa.lang@wartsila.com or by phone at +358 50 3427036 with any questions related to this position (only for questions from direct job applicants, applications through email will not be recorded or responded to).</p> <p> </p> <p>All new Wärtsilä employees in Finland will attend occupational health check, including the drug