Wärtsilä · 18 hours ago
Superintendent Engineer, Propulsion
Harvey, LA, US
Full-time
Onsite
Senior LevelWärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. They are seeking a Propulsion Superintendent Engineer to lead complex field service assignments, ensuring technical excellence and supporting both customers and internal teams.
AnalyticsElectronicsEnergyInformation TechnologyMachinery ManufacturingMarine TechnologyRenewable Energy
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Carry out complex field service work activities related to propulsion equipment, including repair and maintenance tasks
Perform advanced troubleshooting on site to isolate problems and determine root causes of failures in propulsion mechanical and hydraulic equipment
Lead and manage yourself and/or a team while on site, coordinating with the customer to ensure proper scheduling and execution of the agreed scope
Maintain detailed documentation and provide comprehensive technical reports, including measurements, photos, investigations, and descriptions of work performed
Perform internal and external progress reporting on the status of assigned work
Ensure that all activities are executed according to Wärtsilä Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental guidelines and in alignment with customer site procedures
Track and report working hours, spare parts usage, and other job‑related resources
Proactively advise customers on available products, upgrades, and service solutions
Provide internal and external reporting according to Wärtsilä standards and perform site audits as required
Execute additional duties that may arise due to changing operational needs, provided they remain aligned with the general scope and level of responsibility of the role
Qualification
Required
Prior experience in a similar role within the marine industry (advantageous)
Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders
A proactive and hands‑on approach to problem‑solving
Strong time‑management and organizational skills, capable of effectively managing a dynamic workload
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Excellent attention to detail and commitment to high‑quality work
Successful applicants must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship
Candidates for regular U.S and Puerto Rico positions must be a U.S. citizen, national, or an alien admitted as permanent resident, refugee, asylee with valid work permit or temporary resident under 8 U.S.C. 1160(a) or 1255a(1)
Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H1B, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire
Individuals hired for positions that require on-site customer interactions and/or in-person travel may be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or other country-specific vaccinations, unless otherwise prohibited by law
Preferred
High integrity and a strong focus on customer satisfaction
A passion for delivering high‑quality service and supporting team development
Confidence in leading by example and providing guidance to junior colleagues
A collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively in multicultural environments
A continuous improvement attitude and readiness to refine tools, processes, and ways of working
Strong technical curiosity and willingness to maintain and grow expertise in propulsion systems
Company
Wärtsilä
We are a global leader in innovative technologies and services shaping the decarbonisation of marine and energy.
Founded in 1834
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
BlackRock
2025-04-16Post Ipo Equity
2023-04-13Grant
2000-01-14IPO
Leadership Team
Håkan Agnevall
President & CEO
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