Senior Technical Expert

Position Overview

Technical Services is a globally recognised technical knowledge centre within Wärtsilä. The role is for a Component Expert within the Power Systems and Cylinder Head Expert team in Vaasa, Finland, Turku, Finland, or Trieste, Italy. This is a permanent position, focusing on cylinder head components. The position can be offered as Senior Technical Support Engineer, Technical Expert, or Senior Technical Expert.

Responsibilities

• Providing high-level technical support to marine and power plant customers.
• Supporting product improvements by running root cause analysis and analysing field experiences of 4-stroke engine components.
• Participating in field follow-up investigations of new engine products.
• Coordinating and performing failure analysis of engine components.
• Supporting the Supply Management function with supplier validation and development.
• Acquiring latest developments and trends within the expertise area.
• Delivering content for manuals, aftersales information, and training.
• Supporting sales in retrofit and upgrade activities.

Qualifications

• BSc or MSc in Mechanical Engineering, equivalent educational background, or qualifications gained through work experience.
• Motivation and genuine interest to work with 4-stroke engines.
• Experience with analysis and reporting.
• Strong practical problem‑solving skills and a solution‑oriented mindset.
• Ambition to learn, develop, and adapt to new technologies.
• Structured, analytical, and proactive way of working.
• Flexible attitude, resourcefulness, and ability to work independently.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a service‑oriented approach.
• Proficient written and spoken English.
• Willingness and flexibility to travel 30-50 days per year.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with diesel or gas engine component troubleshooting, maintenance, and repairs.
• Knowledge of design and manufacturing processes of cylinder head components, including principles of material selection and casting technology.
• Basic understanding of destructive and non‑destructive testing methods.

Benefits

As a Technical Expert in Wärtsilä Technical Services you will work within a global, innovative, and customer‑driven organization. The role offers opportunities for professional growth and comprehensive training. You will travel domestically and internationally for 30-50 days per year and collaborate with world‑leading experts.

Wärtsilä is committed to diversity, inclusion and equal employment opportunities. Voluntary consent for a security check may be required under applicable country regulations.