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Project Manager

Join Wärtsilä in Wuxi, China as a Project Manager leading lean delivery projects. This role involves coordinating with sales, engineering, and customers to ensure smooth project execution. Benefit from a supportive, inclusive culture focused on innovation and sustainability.
Wärtsilä
Wärtsilä
Wuxi, China On-site Full time UTC+08:00

Wärtsilä

Company Overview

Wärtsilä Oyj Abp

Helsinki, Finland

1834

Approximately 18,300 employees globally (source: wartsila.com). Revenue figures for 2023 are not detailed in available sources.

What They Do

Wärtsilä Energy specializes in providing flexible engine power plants that can operate on sustainable fuels, alongside energy storage systems and optimization technologies such as the GEMS platform. Their offerings include full lifecycle services aimed at balancing renewable energy sources and enabling 100% renewable grids (source: wartsila.com). The company’s product lineup features utility-scale Quantum battery energy storage systems designed for compactness and efficiency, intelligent software for real-time control, and hybrid solutions that integrate engines with storage capabilities (source: wartsila.com). Target markets encompass power utilities, independent producers, and industries across 180 countries that require reliable baseload power, peak shaving, or grid stability in the face of increasing solar and wind intermittency (source: wartsila.com). Wärtsilä differentiates itself through a global portfolio that exceeds 18 GWh of storage deployed or contracted, emphasizing bankable reliability and expertise in decarbonizing energy systems (source: wartsila.com).

Projects & Track Record

Wärtsilä has an impressive track record, having installed 79 GW of power plant capacity across 180 countries and over 130 energy storage systems, with a global storage portfolio exceeding 18 GWh (source: wartsila.com). Notable projects include the tenth energy storage system for Flow Power in Australia, the fourth stage of Origin Energy’s Eraring battery system, and a synchronous condenser power plant designed for an Australian mining operation (source: wartsila.com). The company is also engaged in ongoing projects such as the Eraring battery stages and co-research initiatives aimed at enhancing predictive engine safety (source: wartsila.com). Key clients include Flow Power, Origin Energy, and various mining operations in Australia and Mauritania, showcasing Wärtsilä's commitment to delivering reliable energy solutions (source: wartsila.com).

Recent Developments

In the past two years, Wärtsilä has made significant strides, including the announcement of its tenth Australian energy storage project for Flow Power and the renewal of an operation and maintenance agreement for a Mauritanian gold mine (source: wartsila.com). The company has also introduced the first power plant with a synchronous condenser for Australian mining, aimed at integrating renewable energy sources (source: wartsila.com). Additionally, Wärtsilä has appointed Luke Witmer as Vice President of Software Engineering for Energy Storage, reflecting its commitment to innovation in this sector (source: wartsila.com). The company has set fire safety benchmarks with its Quantum3 system while advancing the Eraring battery project, further solidifying its leadership in energy solutions (source: wartsila.com).

Working There

Wärtsilä offers a diverse range of roles across various departments, including engineering, product development, sales, and software engineering, particularly in the development of the GEMS platform (source: wartsila.com). The company employs over 18,300 individuals across 77 countries, with hiring occurring at its Helsinki headquarters and globally across more than 230 locations (source: salestools.io). The workplace culture emphasizes collaboration and innovation, featuring modern facilities in Helsinki that include open-plan offices, wellness rooms, and fitness centers (source: salestools.io). Documented benefits include support for work-life balance and a purpose-driven environment that fosters creativity and technological advancement (source: salestools.io).


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We want to transition the world towards a decarbonised and sustainable future. By pushing the boundaries of engineering and technology, we can make it work. We are always on the lookout for future-oriented talent - want to join the ride?

Your main responsibilities are

  • Be responsible for project management for the projects under the lean delivery model;
  • Interfacing with sales and sales engineers to understand the contract requirement;
  • Interacting with the internal stakeholders such as engineering, planning, logistics, trade finance for the smooth execution of a project;
  • Be the main contact with external customers for the delivery of a project and resolve any issues that may pop up during the project phase;
  • Other tasks assigned by line manager.

You will shine in this role when you have

  • 8~10 years related working experiences in international companies, preferably in marine industry.
  • Excellent leadership, team development, communication skills.
  • Proactive, self-motivated, teamwork mindset.
  • Hard working, demonstrating strong accountability.
  • Excellent oral and written communications skills in English and Mandarin.
  • Bachelor of Engineering or above.

Why you and us

You are valued - as your true self. At Wärtsilä 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 put our hearts and minds into enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality.

Contact & next steps

Submit your application before the deadline through our Careers portal. Applications through email will not be considered. After submitting your application you'll receive a confirmation email. We try our best to get back to everyone within 2-3 weeks after application deadline.

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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UTC+08:00