Supplier Development Engineer

Tiivistelmä työpaikkailmoituksesta: The Supplier Development Engineer will manage new product introductions and lead proactive quality assurance and supplier performance improvements for castings, forgings and metal constructions. The position is preferably based in Vaasa, Finland, with other Wärtsilä locations in Finland or Trieste, Italy negotiable, and offers hybrid remote work with required willingness to travel. Required qualifications include a B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Engineering or Economics, fluency in English, experience with PPAP and quality management, auditing experience or lead auditor qualification, and Six Sigma Green Belt or equivalent. For Italy the annual salary range is €40,000–€47,743, with final pay depending on role scope, competencies and applicable collective agreements. 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 a 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 Supplier Development Engineer with main responsibilities around different commodities – castings, forgings and metal constructions. The preferred location for this position is Vaasa, Finland , but other Wärtsilä locations in Finland and Trieste, Italy are negotiable. We offer the possibility of hybrid remote work. Your role and responsibilities As a Supplier Development Engineer, you’ll be working as part of an impactful Supplier Development team and Category team with diverse expertise, and your work will consist of: Managing new product introduction and leading proactive quality assurance activities for the selected commodity (castings, forgings or metal constructions) Analysing supplier performance and capabilities, identifying development opportunities and driving impactful development actions Developing and executing supplier development action plans to improve supplier performance Supporting suppliers with their operational development initiatives in relation to quality, delivery and cost Executing supplier audits and audit follow-up according to the supplier development action plan and verifying the impact Requirements for the position: Strong technical expertise in castings, forgings or metal constructions, with a solid understanding of the relevant manufacturing processes, technologies, and key factors affecting product quality and manufacturability Good understanding of quality management principles, processes, and tools Excellent communication skills Strong personal drive for identifying development potential and proven skills in leading improvement projects or initiatives successfully within cross-functional teams Performance-focused mindset and capability to make an impact on increasing the performance level A systematic way of working and excellent problem-solving skills Capability to apply lean principles and statistical process control in daily work to drive improvement To be able to succeed in the position, we expect you to have: M.Sc. or B.Sc. in Engineering or Economics, or equivalent education Fluency in English, both verbal and written Willingness to travel Experience within the Production Part Approval Process / experience in quality management, for example in manufacturing processes Previous auditing experience or a lead auditor qualification (e.g., ISO 9001) Strong experience with Six Sigma (Six Sigma Green Belt or equivalent) Why you and us? We at Wärtsilä believe in empowerment, ownership and taking responsibility for our work. We support each other’s growth, and co-creation is the true basis of our innovation. We have the courage to see opportunities and take initiative. We are authentic and honest, and we strongly believe 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 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 for a colleague with this shared passion for smart technologies and a sustainable future. Contact &