Instructor WLSA
Wärtsilä
Company Overview
Wärtsilä Oyj Abp
HeadquartersHelsinki, Finland
Founded1834
SizeApproximately 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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Job Description
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. The Wärtsilä Land and Sea Academy (WLSA) provides high-quality training services for the energy and marine markets globally. We are focusing on Wärtsilä product and solution training both for our internal and external customer globally in the Marine and Power Plant industries.
We are looking for a Mechatronic Instructor whose main responsibility is the practical execution of training activities in our training centre or at site, for our external customers and own employees, face-to-face or via virtual classroom using Microsoft Teams. The preferred location for this position is in Drunen, however it can also be based in Trieste
Responsibilities
- Deliver training on Wärtsilä products.
- Develop/ evaluate/ improve training programs and materials as well as new concepts.
- Set up the training equipment and simulators.
- Develop the needed competences and skills for the assigned product trainings, engines and automations.
- Set up and develop the training material, concepts, equipment and simulators.
- Support the sales, planning and execution of training activities for customers and own personnel.
- Customize standard learning solutions for specific target groups.
- Lead or participate in projects within or outside WLSA for which technical knowledge and experience is needed.
What you will need to succeed in this position
- Excellent knowledge and operational experience with 4 Strokes engines and automation systems of Wärtsilä products: Marine, Power Plant.
- Excellent communication skills in English. Other languages (such as Dutch or Italian) are a plus.
- Quality, safety and environmental skills
- Ability to work in an international environment with solid teamwork and networking skills.
- Customer focus and orientation: understanding the business and analyzing the businesses' training needs.
- BSc or MSc in engineering or strong/equivalent working background reached by experience in a (preferably) maritime environment.
As an ideal candidate you might also have...
- A natural aptitude for interpersonal skills
- A flexible and constructive approach toward last minute changes or requests.
- At field experience with W31 engine
We offer
Welcome to a dynamic team, where you have the possibility to work independently with the support of great colleagues. We want to be the best at what we do and therefore we continuously develop our expertise and way of working. In Wärtsilä Land and Sea Academy you can put your talent and experience into play. We are a diverse team sharing and being inspired by a common vision of good corporate citizenship. In this great working environment, we want to offer you an interesting position and possibility to develop yourself in the front line of Wärtsilä technology.
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.
The primary location for this role is the Netherlands and salary will be in accordance with the salary provisions of the Collective Labour Agreement with Metalektro. However this role can also be based in Italy, the annual salary range for this role is 33315 EUR - 46915 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. The salary range shared reflects the expected compensation for this role in that location, based on market data and our job architecture.
The final salary will be influenced by factors such as the scope and responsibilities of the role, the required competencies, and your relevant education, skills, experience and the salary provisions in the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement. We also take internal equity into account to ensure a fair and consistent approach across our organisation.
Welcome to a dynamic team, where you are able to work independently with the support of great colleagues. We want to be the best at what we do, and therefore we continuously develop our expertise and way of working. In Wärtsilä Land and Sea Academy you can put your talent and experience into play. We are a diverse crew sharing and being inspired by common vision of good corporate citizenship. In this great working environment, we want to offer you an interesting position and possibility to develop yourself in the front line of Wärtsilä technology.
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.
This is Wärtsilä
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. Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. Our team of 18,300 professionals, in more than 230 locations in 77 countries, shape the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. Read more on www.wartsila.com.
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About the role
September 3, 2026
September 3, 2026
Full time
Hybrid
Company
€33,315–46,915 annually
Hydropower, Bioenergy, Energy Storage, Hydrogen
- Drunen, the Netherlands
- Trieste, Italy
BSc or MSc in engineering or equivalent experience
UTC+01:00 – UTC+02:00