Development Manager, Electrical Systems

Wärtsilä Energy leads the transition towards a 100% renewable energy future. We help our partners to accelerate their decarbonisation journeys through our market-leading technologies and power system modelling expertise. These cover decarbonisation services, future-fuel enabled balancing power plants, hybrid solutions, energy storage and optimisation technology, including the GEMS Digital Energy Platform.

Did you know Wärtsilä has delivered 79 GW of power plant capacity and more than 130 energy storage installations in 180 countries around the world?

In this fast changing world of energy, we 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. Want to join the ride?

We are looking for a Development Manager to develop, maintain and support medium voltage electrical systems for our future-proof engine power plants. Main location is Vaasa, Finland. Other locations in proximity to a Wärtsilä offices in Finland (Helsinki, Turku) will be considered. We offer a possibility to hybrid work model.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and maintenance of MV electrical solutions in cooperation with internal stakeholders, external partners, and suppliers
• Customer focus on managing a future-proof portfolio of MV systems, Protection philosophies and relevant equipment ensuring quality, cost, and timeliness accountability
• Drive the MV systems development with a strong focus on advanced data and digital capabilities
• Update technology and secure needed technical support to stakeholders' community (e.g. Sales and Delivery Projects)
• Actively maintain and develop field installation experience follow-up and continuous improvements
• Establish and maintain cooperation with system experts, product owners, and product managers

Requirements

• MSc or BSc (Electrical/relevant engineering discipline) with 5+ years of relevant working experience
• Hands-on technical knowledge about MV systems/equipment (e.g., Switchgear, protection relays)
• Knowledge of short circuit studies and fault current analysis in MV systems, with an understanding of protection coordination principles
• Knowledge of relevant compliance and industry standards including safety
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent planning and execution skills
• Positive, results-driven and team player
• Effective communication skills in an international and multicultural environment
• Fluent in written, spoken, and presentation skills in English

Skills seen as benefit

• Energy market understanding
• Knowledge of industrial control, communication protocols, and grid codes
• Mainstream vendors/OEMs and product know-how
• Experience in performing start-up, troubleshooting, and commissioning support
• Agile methodologies and mindset

Why you and us?

You are valuated - as your true self. At Wärtsilä YOU matter. We value diversity and are committed to supporting an 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 to 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

You will be a member of a dynamic team of experts, and you will report to General Manager, Electrical Systems. Submit your application before the deadline of 30.11.2025 through our Careers portal. Applications through email will not be considered. After submitting your application you'll receive a confirmation email.

In case of any questions, reach out to
Kamal Uddin, General Manager, Electrical Systems
Technology, Energy Business
+358503682559

[email protected]

Last application date: 30/11/2025

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. All new Wärtsilä employees in Finland will attend occupational health checks, including drug tests/screenings where applicable. When a person is located outside of Finland, the country legislation is followed.