Test Engineer

We are looking for a Test Engineer or Senior Test Engineer (based on experience) with a main responsibility in planning, organizing, and executing component, performance, and functionality tests on technology or product development engine test platforms. The position is permanent and it is located in the Wärtsilä STH in Vaasa, Finland.

Your role and responsibilities:
As a Test Engineer, you are working in the front end of Wärtsiläs engine and technology development. We offer you the possibility to participate in the development of future engine technologies and to contribute to the accelerating realization of decarbonization objectives as a part of a Single Cylinder Engine testing team with diverse expertise.

Your work will focus on these responsibilities:

• Maintenance, development, and upgrading of test engines and test infra
• Steering, guiding, and carrying out mechanical assembly tasks related to different test setups
• Planning, organizing, and executing component, performance, and functionality tests on test engines
• Analysing and reporting of test results
• Verification of correct and properly saved measurement data
• Usage of different control and measurement programs
• Update and development of test methods and facilities
• Supporting different activities in product and technology testing
• Co-operating with product/platform teams and expert organization

To be able to succeed in the position, we expect you to have:

• Relevant technical education (MSc or BSc in suitable field of engineering)
• Interest in and basic knowledge of engine technology. Deeper knowledge of 4-stroke engine technology is an advantage
• Good skills in control & measurement systems are an advantage
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings
• Good skills in communication and documentation
• Good team working skills, as well as the ability to work independently
• Good command of English as well as of Finnish OR Swedish
• Experience in Technology and Product Development related tasks is seen as an advantage

Why you and us?
We at Wärtsilä believe in empowerment, ownership and taking responsibility of our work. We support each others 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 dont 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.