Senior Technical Expert

Senior Technical 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?
- For our Technical Service in Ship Electrification Solutions within the business unit Project Services we are now looking for an energetic, ambitious and enthusiastic **Senior Technical Expert - Ship Electrification Solutions (M/F/d)** to join our team in Wärtsilä Deutschland GmbH.

**What will you be doing**
- In Technical Service SES, we are providing technical support on Energy management systems, switchboards, generators, electrical motors, transformers, frequency converters and battery hybrid systems.
- As **Senior Technical Expert**your work will focus on leading smaller teams providing technical advice, failure analysis, condition analysis and support to the other services department activities (Sales Support; Projects; Field service) and marine solutions. You will plan and execute field testing, site surveys and related analysis on request-basis. You will contribute with input to product improvement actions based on field feedback screening and analysis results. Based on your experience, you will potentially provide inputs to maintenance recommendations and intervals. Your responsibilities also include creating and updating documentation, providing support and knowledge for reconditioning and retrofit activities, as well as update product databases and documentation if a modification is made to an installation.

**As Senior Technical Expert, your work will focus on these responsibilities**:

- Provide technical advice, failure analysis, condition analysis and support to the other services department activities (Sales Support; Projects; Field service) and marine solutions.
- Perform field testing, site surveys and related analysis on request-basis
- Contribute with input to necessary product improvement actions based on field feedback screening and analysis results
- Based on field experience, provide inputs to maintenance recommendations and intervals
- Provide support and knowledge for reconditioning and retrofit activities
- Update product databases and documentation if a modification is made to an installation.

**To be successful in this role, we expect you to have**:

- A BSc or MSc within the field of electrical and automation.
- Minimum 5 years relevant working experience and technical skills in power distribution systems, frequency converters or automation systems and Energy Management systems
- Knowledge of Shaft Generator Systems, Frequency Drives, Switchboard systems and PLC Control Systems.
- Analytical problem-solving skills and competences in using engineering and software tools and are skilled when it comes to technical writing.
- Strong customer focus because as a company we focus on customer needs and satisfaction and set high standards for quality.
- Good communication skills as you will communicate internally and externally and should also be capable of working in different environments and teams. Leading smaller groups of team members is also expected.
- Good command in English, both oral and written.

**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 this ambition?
- 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.