Field Service Engineer, MAR

Field Service Engineer, MAR

Field Service Engineer

Wärtsilä Parts and Field Service is now looking for an enthusiastic  Field Service Engineer , under the Marine Agreements team in Marine Field Services Region Americas.

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 90% 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?

What will you be doing?

As a Field Service Engineer, you will be responsible for leading and developing the Field Service Team, under the Marine Agreements team in Marine Field Services Region Americas team in accordance with the strategy, action plan and business needs.

This position reports to the Field Service Resource Coordinator for the Marine Agreements team in Marine Field Services Region Americas.

Candidates are expected to display a high level of critical thinking and reasoning skills, identify as high performers, as well as being self-motivating.

Accountabilities :

In this position, you will perform Service activities (such as troubleshooting, inspections, overhauls, and repairs) on 4-stroke marine diesel engines.

For us to be the best match, we expect you to have technical experience in reciprocating engine repair and overhaul, preferably on W32, W38 A and B, Wartsila 46F, Wartsila 46, Wartsila 46 Common Rail, and Sulzer ZA40S type engines.

You will also have a safety-first attitude.

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Perform overhauls and repairs on 4-stroke engines.
• Perform advanced mechanical, as well as some electronic & automation and system integration related troubleshooting on 4-stroke engines and ancillary equipment.
• Interact professionally with customers during the work execution.
• Commissioning of service products and perform PBL-designed Overhauls and Maintenance activities together with Customer Riding Teams and / or 3rd party Mechanics.
• Perform internal and external progress status of the assigned work.
• Responsible for assistance in creating the Service Work Reports.
• Ensure that the work is executed according to Wärtsilä QEHS guidelines and site procedures.
• Follow-up and report on the status of work orders to customers and / or internal stakeholders.
• Continuously seek solutions according to best practices.

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

As an ideal candidate, we expect you to have :

Successful applicants must be authorized to work in the USA without sponsorship.

For applicants that reside in CA / CO / WA, the hourly salary rate range is $33.00 - $39.00.

For applicants that reside in NY, the hourly salary rate range is $32.00 - $38.00.

The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby / on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Eligibility to participate in : the discretionary incentive plan assigned to the level of position upon offer of employment; medical, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) plan and flexible spending accounts, subject to plan terms; Company-paid benefits such as life insurance, short- and long-term disability, subject to applicable waiting periods. Paid time off (PTO) is accrued on a per-pay period basis in accordance with tenure in the Company; a new hire can expect 17 days per year. Twelve (12) Company-paid holidays.

Travel Requirements :

This position requires a 70% travel commitment, encompassing both domestic and international, including onshore and offshore locations. The role demands adaptability to varying travel demands, with an expectation of extended periods away from the primary work location. Prospective candidates should be prepared to fulfill these travel obligations as an integral aspect of the position's responsibilities.

Why you & 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 a diverse and inclusive work community where everyone can be their true self. 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?

Contact & next steps :

Does this sound like the job for you? If yes, we hope to hear from you before the application deadline by submitting your application in our Career portal. Our recruiting tool recognizes the time zone where the job ad has been published and closes the application period according to the same time zone. We aim to keep you informed along the way.

Last application date :  31 / 01 / 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.

This is Wärtsilä