(Senior) Mechanical Engineer – Product Care, Thrusters

oktober 27, 2026 0

  • Drunen

Wärtsilä

Jobid=640805628798570380(0.0508)

(Senior) Mechanical Engineer – Product Care, Thrusters

Wärtsilä is an innovative technology company known for being a forerunner in the Marine and Energy markets. Every day, we – Wärtsilians – put our hearts and minds into turning Wärtsilä's purpose of enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality. Our ultimate aim is to provide increased value to both our customers and society. New, game-changing ideas and continuous improvement have been part of our DNA since 1834. Together, we can create new business opportunities and more sustainable future that we can all be proud of.

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?

We are looking for (Senior) Mechanical Engineer – Product Care, Thrusters to join our Thrusters PDM & Portfolio Maintenance team in Drunen to maintain the thruster portfolio to high-quality standards and keep products, configurations, and product data up to date. The portfolio covers underwater mountable thrusters, retractable thrusters and steerable thrusters, and transverse thrusters. You will be the key engineering contact for production, product development and project engineering teams.

Your Key Responsibilities

Portfolio & Design

  • Maintain the thruster portfolio and hold design responsibility for assigned product groups
  • Create and review 3D models and drawings comply with relevant specifications, class rules, and standards; cross-check designs across product groups
  • Support product updates, improvements, and phase-in/phase-out

    • Product Data & Quality

  • Keep product structures, configurations, and documentation accurate in Teamcenter
  • Evaluate nonconformities with production, suppliers, and Technical Services
  • Contribute to cost-saving and product improvement initiatives
  • Maintain and develop internal engineering guidelines and processes.

    • Collaboration & Improvement

  • Link Product Development and Project Engineering to ensure product readiness
  • Act as engineering contact for sales, sourcing, and suppliers; align closely with Wuxi
  • Drive standardization and use digital tools (PLM/PDM, scripts, dashboards) to improve efficiency

    • Your Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in mechanical / marine engineering or related field
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in a comparable engineering or product development
  • Proficiency in 3D modelling, preferably using Siemens NX or another 3D CAD program. Teamcenter preferred
  • Good understanding of technical drawings and manufacturing processes
  • A problem-solving mindset with an innovative and solution-oriented approach to challenges.
  • Structured, proactive team player in an international environment
  • Scripting (Python, VBA) or dashboard experience is a plus
  • Strong communication skills in English, both written and verbal.

    • Why join this role

  • Design responsibility for a global thruster portfolio
  • Work at the heart of Product Development in Drunen
  • Drive digitalisation and standardisation initiatives

    • 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.

    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.

    Last application date: 31/10/2026

    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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