Development Engineer/Expert

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 and continuous improvement 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.

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?


We are looking for a Development Engineer/Expert with a main responsibility in securing manufacturability and manufacturing processes for assembly. The preferred location for this position is Turku or Vaasa, Finland or Trieste, Italy. We offer the possibility of hybrid remote work.

Your role as a Development Engineer/Expert:

As a Development Engineer/Expert your work will include strong cooperation with different stakeholders, like product design, purchasing and quality. The tasks can also be adjusted based on your individual skills and interests. You’ll be working as a part of an enthusiastic DFM Specialists team of manufacturing experts from different competence areas with diverse expertise. We offer interesting tasks and the possibility to participate in production development but also developing yourself.

Responsibilities:

• Assembly process planning with Teamcenter Manufacturing Process Planner (MPP) software
• Co-operation and involvement in product design and development projects to secure the Design for Manufacturing (DFM) for the new products and product types
• Validating the manufacturing processes and safety during the products' manufacturing by participating in the production at the different manufacturing locations and premises
• Reporting the validation results and improvement proposals
• Developing new ideas and concepts for the assembly, like creating new subassemblies, utilizing new technology and developing the current manufacturing methods

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

• Suitable education (e.g. B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering)
• Experience in manufacturing and production processes
• Know-how in LEAN principles, assembly methods, tools and equipment
• Systematic and organized way of working and problem-solving skills
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Fluency in English and Finnish, other languages are seen as an advantage

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. Wärtsilian community has your back when it comes to development opportunities, so you can develop beyond your potential.


You get to make a difference. Innovation and sustainability are important to us. Every day, we - Wärtsilians - 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 of 15.09.2024 through our Careers portal. Applications through email will not be considered. After submitting your application, you will receive a confirmation email.

In case of any questions regarding the position, please reach out to:

Markus Välimäki
Manager, DFM Specialists
+358 40 487 5590
markus.valimaki@wartsila.com

Last application date: 15/09/2024

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.

All new Wärtsilä employees in Finland will attend occupational health checks, including drug tests/screenings. When a person is located outside of Finland, the country's legislation is followed.