Test Engineer

Wärtsilä Marine Power, Power Supply, R&D and Engineering, Testing & Validation looking for a Test Engineer with a main responsibility in component testing at our test rigs. This is a permanent position located in Vaasa.

Your role and responsibilities

As a Test Engineer your work will include test setup, testing and reporting. The tasks can also be adjusted based on your individual skills and interests. Youll be working as a part of energetic Rig Testing team with diverse expertise.

Your work will focus on these responsibilities:

• Maintenance, development, and upgrading of test engines/rigs and test infra
• Steering, guiding, and carrying out mechanical assembly tasks related to different test setups
• Planning, organizing, and executing component, performance, and functionality tests on test engines/rigs
• Analysing and reporting of test results
• Verification of correct and properly saved measurement data
• Usage of different control and measurement programs
• Update and development of test methods and facilities
• Supporting different activities in product and technology testing
• Co-operating with product/platform teams and expert organization

To be able to succeed in the position, we expect you to have:

• Relevant technical education (MSc or BSc in suitable field of engineering)
• Interest in and basic knowledge of engine technology, deeper knowledge of 4-stroke engine technology is an advantage
• Good skills in control & measurement systems are an advantage
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings
• Good skills in communication and documentation
• Good team working skills, as well as the ability to work independently
• Good command of English, Finnish or Swedish is seen as an advantage
• Experience in technology and product development related tasks is seen as an advantage

Why you and us?

We at Wärtsilä believe in empowerment, ownership and taking responsibility of our work. We support each others 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 dont 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

We hope to hear from you soon by submitting your application through our Careers portal by 7 June 2026. We aim to keep you updated throughout the process.

For further questions, please reach out to:

Mikael Österroos
Manager, Rig Testing

+358 40 080 8243

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