Development Engineer / Expert, Industrial robotic and automation

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 88% of the world's 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?

We are always on the lookout for a talent with a growth mindset – are you the one?   

   

We are looking for a Development Engineer/Expert depending on your experience with a main responsibility in industrial robot development task for Component Delivery development organization. The preferred location for this position is Vaasa, Finland. 
   

Your role and responsibilities   

  

As a Development Engineer / Expert your work will include programming robot application, develop robot tooling and auxiliary devices, automation system process design (process, maintenance optimization). Tasks can also be adjusted based on your individual skills and interests. You’ll be working as a part of experienced and highly motivated robot & automation team. 

  

Your work will focus on these responsibilities: 

 

• Industrial robotic system Develop, Design, Program and be a part of projects team member 

• Robotic programming (Offline programming with tools such as Robot Studio, Roboguide) 

• Collect and analyse robot & system performance data 

• Provide technical guidance and training to operator and maintenance teams 

  

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

  

• Hands-on experience robot brands ABB or Fanuc 

• Knowledge of advanced application for Robotics programming (Offline application) 

• Understanding of electrical and mechanical principles 

• Basic PLC knowledge (Beckhoff, Siemens or Omron) 

• Analytic mindset (data-oriented, problem solving) 

• Decision making ability 

• Fluency in Finnish and English, both written and verbal 

   

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   
   

We hope to hear from you soon by submitting your application through our careers portal. We aim to keep you updated on the process throughout. 

 

For further questions, please reach out to Tero Kujamäki, Development Manager, through tero.kujamaki@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 decarbonisation of marine and energy!

Last application date: 25/05/2026 

 

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. 

Please note that according to Wärtsilä policy, voluntary consent for a security check may be required from candidates being considered for this position, depending on the applicable country.

 

This is Wärtsilä 

Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. Our team of 18,300 professionals, in more than 230 locations in 77 countries, shape the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. Read more on www.wartsila.com. 

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