Wärtsilä is a world leader in marine technology and leading the industry's transformation towards a decarbonised and sustainable future. With the world’s widest portfolio and service network, we – Wärtsilians - deliver efficient, safe and sustainable integrated products and solutions to enhance the business of our customers. The opportunities presented through digitalisation and new technologies are offering a new era of shipping. Did you know that shipping is the world’s most efficient mode of transportation and that approximately 80% of world trade is carried by sea?

We want to change the course towards an interconnected and cleaner maritime future and are constantly on the lookout for future-oriented talent to join our team and to work towards enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services - together. Are you ready to jump onboard?

 

Within Ship Electrification Solutions (SES), we are a world-leading total supplier of electric and hybrid solutions for the marine industry. Our products range from Shaft Generators and Electric Propulsion Systems to Hybrid Solutions.

We are now looking for a Project Technician Control Systems to strengthen our energetic, ambitious, and enthusiastic control systems team.

This is a permanent position located in Stord, Norway.

What you will be doing 

 

As a Project Technician, you will develop and deliver control systems for a variety of highly innovative integrated electrical systems, including battery hybrid, dual fuel engines, and full electric solutions for both newbuild ships and retrofit upgrades. As part of the training on different hardware and software platforms, we practice mentoring for new employees. You will have a dedicated mentor from our team until you gain a certain level of knowledge to be able to work more independently.

 

As Project Technician Control Systems, your work will focus on these responsibilities: 

 

Control and safety systems engineering. Programming of SCADA/PLC systems. Data networks and cyber security. Configuration and testing of computers, PLCs, and data networks in our lab. Documentation of our deliveries. Teamwork in an international environment. Responsibility for your own customer projects.

 

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

 

Preferably a bachelor's degree in electrical power or be an automatic operator/ship's electrician with relevant experience. Interest in PCs, data networks, and programming. Ability to work systematically with high quality in mind. Good language skills in both spoken and written English. Language skills in Norwegian are a benefit but not required. Willingness to travel occasionally.

 

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? 

We have an amazing team and we are excited about our work and the impact it has on building sustainable societies. We are looking to find a colleague with this shared passion for smart technologies and a sustainable future. 

 

Contact & next steps

Does this sound like the right opportunity for you? Then we would like to hear from you! Please apply through our careers portal. We process applications on an ongoing basis.
For further questions, please reach out to Ronny Onarheim – Manager in Energy & Power Management Systems at ronny.onarheim@wartsila.com with any questions related to this position (only for questions from direct job applicants, applications through email will not be recorded or responded to).

 

Welcome to join us in shaping the decarbonization of marine and energy!

Last application date: 07/03/2025 

 

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. 

 

This is Wärtsilä 

Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. Our team of 17,800 professionals, in more than 280 locations in 79 countries, shape the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. Read more on www.wartsila.com. 

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