Agentic Automation Expert (m/w/d)

We are now looking for a Agentic Automation Expert to join our team working for a better future.

The position is permanent and the preferred location is in Trieste (IT), but also Helsinki, Turku and Vaasa (FI) are possible location.

What you will be doing

Process automation is an important enabler of high performing processes within Wärtsilä Global Logistics Services (WGLS). Today, we operate over 150 processes automated with RPAs (UiPath), and we have also started building AI agents to automate more complex, decision-heavy processes across our end-to-end supply chain. As demand for agent-based automation grows and the technology matures, we want to develop this capability further and keep WGLS at the forefront of automation within Wärtsilä.

In this position, you will focus on designing, developing and scaling AI agent-based automation solutions across WGLS. You will work closely with our Process Automation Experts to decide, per process, whether RPA, agentic AI or a hybrid approach is the best fit. You will also play a key role in integrating AI agents with our existing automation landscape, ERP, logistics and supply chain systems, and our data platform, and in defining how we operate and govern agents in production.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain AI agents integrated with UiPath and Microsoft
• Identify processes across WGLS where agent-based automation is a better fit than classical RPA
• Orchestrate complex automation initiatives that combine AI agents, RPA, legacy systems and human-in-the-loop steps into coherent end-to-end solutions
• Extend the existing WGLS AI agent portfolio and define how agents and RPA work together
• Integrate agents with ERP, logistics and supply chain systems, and our data platform
• Define practical operating standards for agents - evaluation, monitoring, human-in-the-loop approvals and auditability
• Represent WGLS towards the central AI and automation communities and participate in cross-organizational developments
• Support the WGLS Citizen Developer community in adopting agentic capabilities where relevant

Qualifications

• Experience with UiPath or a comparable automation platform, and understanding of how RPA and AI agents can complement each other
• Good working knowledge of Large Language Models, prompt engineering, function/tool calling
• Programming experience in Python, and comfort working with REST APIs and JSON
• Knowledge of database and integration technologies
• Experience in using version control systems
• Understanding of supply chain or logistics processes, together with a genuine interest in improving them and creating value for the business
• Ability to see the end-to-end flow when designing solutions that span multiple systems, teams and process steps
• Proactive, analytical and solution-oriented mindset, with a can-do attitude
• Good problem-solving skills and ability to learn efficiently
• Good communication, collaboration and presentation skills

An ideal candidate will have a B.Sc. or M.Sc. in a relevant field of study (technical, computer science, data/AI, commercial etc.) or similar practical experience.

The annual salary range for Italy for this role is 35.000 EUR - 55.000 EUR in accordance with the salary provisions in the National Collective Labor Agreement for workers in the metalworking and plant installation industry (CCNL Metalmeccanico). At Wärtsilä, we are committed to fair and transparent pay. This range reflects the expected compensation for the role, based on market data and our job architecture. The final salary offered will depend on factors such as the scope and responsibilities of the role, the required competencies, and your relevant education, skills, and experience. We also take internal equity into account to ensure fairness across our organisation.

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 related to this position please reach out to Andrea Callegher, Manager Analysis and Automation, through [email protected] (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!

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.