Service Engineer

Service Engineer - Instrumentation and Controls Specialist

Wärtsilä is a leading provider of innovative energy solutions, and we're seeking a skilled Service Engineer - Instrumentation and Controls Specialist to join our team.

About the Role

We're looking for a highly motivated and experienced Service Engineer - Instrumentation and Controls Specialist to support our customers in the operation and maintenance of their power plants. As a Service Engineer - Instrumentation and Controls Specialist, you will be responsible for solving technical and operational problems, performing preventative maintenance activities, and supporting our New Build and Commissioning teams on projects delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Solve technical and operational problems at our customer power plants.
• Perform preventative maintenance activities according to maintenance programs.
• Support New Build and Commissioning teams on projects delivery.
• Prepare service work reports and other relevant documentation related to site or customer visits.
• Maintain good relationships with the customer during work execution.
• Be able to travel to our customer facilities for service attendance within Canada, US and the Caribbean.
• Be on service jobs about 80% of the year.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Controls & Automation or Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum of three (3) years' experience with knowledge of PLC development, programming and troubleshooting, DCS troubleshooting, HMI, industrial networks and protocols, OPC systems, Windows server and UNIX servers, variable frequency drives, and advance programming of firewalls and routers.
• Good leadership and collaboration skills.
• Strong focus on safety protocols and QEHS standards.
• Detail oriented.
• Be able to work independently when needed.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills (English required, Spanish a plus).
• Excellent computer skills.

Travel Requirements

This position requires a 70% - 85% 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.

About 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.