Engine Automation Commissioning Engineer - New-Build Energy Sites

Tiivistelmä työpaikkailmoituksesta: Wärtsilä is hiring an Engine Automation Commissioning Engineer (Commissioning Engineer, Senior or Chief) to perform hands-on commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting of Wärtsilä engine automation systems (UNIC) at new‑build energy sites. The permanent position is based in Vaasa, Turku, or Helsinki, Finland, and requires approximately 250 days per year working on site abroad. Candidates must hold a B.Sc. in Automation or a related field and have at least five years of automation commissioning experience with strong combustion engine process knowledge and practical fault‑finding skills. Applications must be submitted through Wärtsilä’s career portal before the last application date of 04/11/2026. Tämä tiivistelmä on luotu tekoälyn avulla. Wärtsilä is an innovative technology company and a global leader in the energy market. For more than 190 years, we've been building what's next, helping our customers and society navigate the transition toward a decarbonized and sustainable future. Every day, Wärtsilians around the world put their hearts and minds into turning our purpose, enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services, into reality. As our business continues to grow, we're looking for forward-thinking talent who want to make an impact while building a long-term future. At Wärtsilä, you can build a career, not just a role, with opportunities to learn, grow, and contribute to work that matters. Join a company with a strong foundation, an exciting future, and a career path built to last. Want to join the ride? Bring engines to life on new-build energy sites around the world. Wärtsilä Energy Business is looking for a Chief Commissioning Engineer, Engine Automation to join our Construction and Commissioning Services team. This is a hands-on opportunity to combine engine process knowledge, Engine Control System expertise, and practical troubleshooting to deliver reliable engine operation for our customers. We welcome applicants at different seniority levels: the role can be offered as Commissioning Engineer, Senior Commissioning Engineer or Chief Commissioning Engineer. This is a permanent position based in Vaasa, Turku or Helsinki, Finland . The role focuses on engine automation commissioning at new-build energy sites and involves extensive international assignments, with approximately 250 days per year spent working on-site abroad . If you enjoy practical site work, international teamwork, and seeing the results of your expertise in operation, this role offers an opportunity to make a direct impact. What will you be doing? In this role, you will turn engine automation expertise into safe, reliable operation at Wärtsilä’s new-build energy sites. Your focus will be the commissioning, testing and troubleshooting of Wärtsilä engine automation systems, particularly UNIC, together with the associated engine and plant auxiliaries. Working with global project teams, subcontractors and customers, you will resolve technical issues and help deliver high-quality commissioning results. Your responsibilities for the role include, but are not limited to: Carrying out hands-on commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting of Wärtsilä engine automation systems (UNIC) at new-build energy sites, with a focus on safe and reliable engine operation Checking and adjusting engine and plant auxiliary systems, applying engine process knowledge to troubleshoot issues and optimising operation in collaboration with the site team Documenting commissioning activities, test results, and technical findings in clear internal and customer reports in line with Wärtsilä standards Technical skills and qualifications: B.Sc. or similar in Automation Engineering or a related field At least five years of relevant automation commissioning experience, with hands-on capability in testing and troubleshooting engine automation systems Strong understanding of combustion engine processes and the tuning and adjustments needed to achieve reliable engine operation Proven practical expertise with engine automation systems, including commissioning, testing, and fault finding; UNIC system knowledge is seen as an advantage Familiarity with Wärtsilä four-stroke engines and how their operation is controlled through UNIC Understanding of mechanical and fluid processes and their interaction with engine automation; broader knowledge of Wärtsilä engine types and auxiliary systems is an advantage Excellent written and spoken English language skills The following will enable you to succeed in this role: Flexibility and resilience to work abroad for extended periods A systematic, hands-on approach to diagnosing faults and resolving engine automation and process-related issues Positive mindset, adaptability, and strong team spirit Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills, with confidence in collaborating effectively with subcontractors, customers, and internal stakeholders Why you and us? We