Service engineer E&A / Technicien Supérieur Électrotechnique et

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. 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.

Business Unit Parts and Field Service is a global organisation with harmonised ways of working and tools to deliver the best possible services for our customers. In our global team we value, respect, and embrace different opinions and diversity. Safety, environment, and wellbeing are our foundation, and we never compromise them.

We are looking for a Service Engineer E&A to join our Electrical & Automation Fields Services Resources team and enhance our after-sales support staff.

The preferred location for this position is in Harfleur, France.

Your role and responsibilities

As a Service Engineer E&A your work will include the following tasks:

Carry out field service activities related to electrical and automation systems for Wärtsilä products, including commissioning, trial tests, adjustments, repairs, and maintenance.

Perform advanced troubleshooting on-site to identify and resolve root causes of failures in electrical and automation equipment.

Lead and manage assigned tasks or teams on-site, coordinating with the customer to arrange schedules and ensure the desired scope of work is achieved.

Provide prompt feedback to the Work Coordination and Resources departments.

Ensure all work is executed in compliance with Wärtsilä's Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental (QHSE) guidelines, as well as customer site procedures.

Inspect completed work to verify that repairs are finalized correctly and that machinery and equipment meet specifications and safety standards.

Proactively advise customers and promote available products and solutions.

Conduct site audits and provide support to sales departments.

Maintain detailed records of work performed and prepare comprehensive reports, including necessary details such as measurements, photos, methodologies, and investigations.

Perform internal and external progress reporting on the status of assigned tasks.

Track and report time spent on tasks, along with spare parts used.

Prepare technical and travel reports in English, ensuring timely submission and inclusion of all required documentation in accordance with Wärtsilä quality standards.

Be ready to travel on short notice, with more than 60% of working time spent away from home.

The tasks can also be adjusted based on your individual skills and interests. You'll be working as a part of a team with diverse expertise.

Requirements for the position

Technical knowledge in electrical and automation systems, communication networks and interfaces, sensors, actuators, and auxiliary equipment.

Proficient in computer skills, including the MS Office suite.

Willingness to travel approximately 60% of the time, work abroad, and work on board sailing vessels.

Good English and French skills in both reading and writing.

Strong communication skills.

Motivated to learn through classroom and field training, with a desire for rapid professional growth.

Ability to work effectively in a team, follow directives, and interact with people from diverse nationalities and cultures.

As an ideal candidate you might also have…

Technical high school diploma in electrics, electronics, automation.

BS degree in marine engineering, electrical, electronic.

Previous experiences in similar roles or sailing while working in vessel’s engine rooms.

PLC programming, SCADA systems knowledge.

Wärtsilä France recrute pour son établissement d’Harfleur un(e)

Technicien Supérieur Électrotechnique et Automatisme (H/F)

Votre rôle et vos responsabilités

En tant que Technicien Supérieur Électrotechnique et Automatisme (H/F), vos missions incluront les tâches suivantes :

Réaliser des activités de service sur le terrain liées aux systèmes électriques et d'automatisation pour les produits Wärtsilä, y compris la mise en service, les ajustements, les réparations et la maintenance.

Effectuer des dépannages avancés sur site pour identifier et résoudre les causes profondes des pannes des équipements électriques et d'automatisation.

Diriger et gérer les tâches ou équipes assignées sur site, en coordonnant avec le client pour organiser les plannings et garantir l'atteinte des objectifs définis.

Fournir un retour d'information rapide aux départements de Coordination du Travail et des Ressources.

S'assurer que tout le travail est exécuté conformément aux directives de Qualité, Santé, Sécurité et Environnement (QHSE) de Wärtsilä, ainsi qu'aux procédures du site client.

Inspecter les travaux terminés pour vérifier que les réparations ont été effectuées correctement et que les machines et équipements respectent les spécifications et les normes de sécurité.

Conseiller proactivement les clients et promouvoir les produits et solutions disponibles.

Réaliser des audits de site et fournir un support aux départements commerciaux.

Tenir des registres détaillés des travaux effectués et préparer des rapports complets, incluant les détails nécessaires tels que les mesures, photos, méthodologies et investigations.

Effectuer des rapports d'avancement internes et externes sur l'état des tâches assignées.

Suivre et rapporter le temps passé sur les tâches ainsi que les pièces de rechange utilisées.

Préparer des rapports techniques et de voyage en anglais, en veillant à leur soumission dans les délais et à l'inclusion de toute la documentation requise conformément aux normes de qualité de Wärtsilä.

Être prêt à voyager à court préavis pour le 60 % du temps.

Les tâches peuvent également être ajustées en fonction de vos compétences et intérêts individuels. Vous travaillerez au sein d'une équipe aux expertises variées.

Exigences pour le poste

Connaissances spécifiques en électrotechnique et automatisation.

Maîtrise technique des systèmes électriques et de l'automatisation.

Maîtrise des outils informatiques, y compris la suite MS Office.

Disponibilité pour voyager environ 60 % du temps, travailler à l'étranger et à bord de navires en navigation.

Maîtrise de l'anglais et du français, à l'écrit comme à l'oral.

Permis de conduire B obligatoire.

Excellentes compétences en communication.

Motivation pour apprendre à travers des formations en classe et sur le terrain, avec un désir de progression professionnelle rapide.

Capacité à travailler efficacement en équipe, à suivre des directives et à interagir avec des personnes de nationalités et de cultures diverses.

En tant que candidat idéal, vous pourriez également avoir…

Idéalement titulaire d’un diplôme supérieur (BTS ou Licence) en électrotechnique ou équivalent

Vous justifiez d’une expérience professionnelle dans des rôles similaires ou une expérience en tant que marin travaillant dans les salles des machines des navires est un atout.

Des connaissances en programmation d'automates (PLC) et en systèmes SCADA.

Why you and us?

You are valued – as your true self. At Wärtsilä YOU matter. We value diversity and are committed in supporting inclusive work community.

Your growth is supported. We believe in continuous learning & teamwork. Wärtsilian community has your back when it comes to development opportunities – so you can develop beyond your potential.

You get to make a difference. Innovation and sustainability are important for us. Every day, we - Wärtsilians - put our hearts and minds into enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality.

Contact & next steps

Does this sound like the job for you? If yes, submit your application before the deadline through our Careers portal. Applications submitted via email or through recruitment agencies will not be considered.

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 will be conducting interviews

with qualified candidates throughout the process and aim to keep you informed along the way.

Are you still wondering if you should apply and would like to get something clarified? Please reach out to Pascal Bachelet, Resources Manager France via email at with any questions related to this position (only for questions from direct job applicants, applications through email will not be recorded or responded to).

Last application date: 10/11/2025

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.

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.

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