Chief Project Engineer, Electrical and Automation

Tiivistelmä työpaikkailmoituksesta: The Chief Project Engineer, Electrical and Automation will lead delivery of the contractual technical solution for customer projects, preferably based in Vaasa with Helsinki negotiable and hybrid work options. You will supervise ordered services, purchasing, quality and contract compliance while managing costs, schedules, engineering, procurement, logistics and site activities with project stakeholders. The role requires a M.Sc. or B.Sc. in electrical or automation engineering, project management experience in energy or power plant projects, technical knowledge of engine power plants (especially MV/HV and BESS) and strong problem-solving and communication skills. Wärtsilä promotes empowerment, diversity and decarbonisation; apply through the careers portal by 24/08/2026 and contact Jarno Asiala for applicant questions. Tämä tiivistelmä on luotu tekoälyn avulla. 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 always on the lookout for a talent with a growth mindset – are you the one? We are looking for a Chief Project Engineer for Electrical and Automation discipline with a main responsibility in leading the delivery of the contractual technical solution in customer delivery projects . The preferred location for this position is Vaasa, Finland but also Helsinki is negotiable. We offer the possibility of hybrid work with certain terms. Your role and responsibilities As a Chief Project Engineer your work will include supervision of ordered services, purchasing, quality, contract/requirement overall compliance, customer satisfaction, schedules and budget of your responsibility area . Within close cooperation with Project Manager and other project stakeholders. Th e tasks can also be adjusted based on your individual skills and interests. You’ll be working as a part of spirited Energy Services Upgrades Project team with diverse expertise . Y our work will focus on these responsibilities : Participate in customer/stakeholder negotiations and maintain good customer/stakeholder relationships Understanding the contract and adapting its requirements to the project solution. Plan and manage works (e.g. purchase, approve and release of designs) under own responsibility area, according to contract requirements with the total costs, schedule and customer needs in focus, from the project initiation to the closing. Manage project activities in your responsibility according to contract/requirements, such as engineering, procurement, manpower, logistics, and site activities, together with external vendors and internal team members Follow-up and report quality, use of resources, costs, schedule and scope of the responsibility area Identify, mitigate, monitor and report risks in own responsibility area Act as a substitute to Project Manager when needed Provide sales support when needed T o be able to succeed in the position , we expect you to have: M.Sc. or B.Sc. in electrical and/or automation engineering Project Management business experience, preferably in energy business and power plant projects. Technical understanding of engine power plants and their solutions, we especially value medium and high voltage and BESS systems experience Excellent problem solving and analytical skills Skills, knowledge and will of managing contracts Personal drive to develop skills, tools and ways of working – both for yourself and others Ability to communicate effectively and build relationships Willingness to take responsibility over own work and role and for occasional travelling Why you and us? 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. We are authentic and honest, and we strongly believe in that by being your own true self you can accomplish so much more. 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 t