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Senior Service Engineer, Propulsion


Company : Wärtsilä


Location : Dartmouth, Nova Scotia


Created : 2025-10-17


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Senior Field Service Engineer Propulsion Parts and Field Service is now looking for an enthusiastic Senior Field Service Engineer to join our skilled team in Canada. Wrtsil is a world leader in marine technology and leading the industry's transformation towards a decarbonised and sustainable future. With the worlds widest portfolio and service network, we deliver efficient, safe and sustainable integrated products and solutions to enhance the business of our customers. 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. What will you be doing? As a Senior Field Service Engineer Propulsion, you will perform field service work activities related to propulsion equipment, including installation, repair and maintenance of propulsion gearboxes, OD boxes, clutches, couplings, shafting, bearings and seals, controllable pitch propellers, thrusters, and waterjets. This position reports to the Field Service Resources Coordinator. Accountabilities: Responsible for performing complex and advanced troubleshooting on specific equipment and equipment families in relation to Wrtsil systems. Acts as a Senior Engineer for complex marine installations and as a system specialist for assisting Commissioning Engineers to lead product related commissioning activities as required. Perform advanced troubleshooting on site to isolate and find root causes of failures in propulsion mechanical and hydraulic equipment. Lead and manage assigned self/team while on site, interacting with the customer to arrange for proper schedule to achieve desired scope. Keep track of work details and provide in depth reports including all the necessary details. Keep track and provide an accounting of time, spare parts used. Proactively advise and promote available products and solutions to customers. Provide internal and external work reports according to Wrtsil standards and perform site audits. Proactively advises and promotes available products and solutions to customers. In addition to the above duties and responsibilities, the post holder must be prepared to undertake such additional duties within their capabilities which may result from changing circumstances. Duties and Responsibilities: Interact professionally with customers during the work execution. Perform internal and external progress status of the assigned work. Creating the Service Work Reports. Ensure that the work is executed according to Wrtsil QEHS guidelines and site procedures. Follow-up and report on the status of work orders to customers and/or internal stakeholders. Continuously seek solutions according to best practices. To be successful in this role, we expect you to have: A safety-first mindset Preferred MSc or BSc in Mechanical Engineering or Marine Engineering, or equivalent work experience Experience with many aspects of marine propulsion systems. Good time management and organizational skills. Understanding the importance of quality Theoretical and practical knowledge on maintenance procedures. Theoretical and practical knowledge on workshop maintenance. Theoretical and practical knowledge on tools handling and mechanical components dimensional inspection. Theoretical and practical knowledge on hydraulic tools handling. Theoretical and practical knowledge on lifting tools handling and procedures. Knowledge of Electrical and Automation systems will be a plus. Excellent ability to cooperate and communicate with other people and advanced command of English. As an ideal candidate, we expect you to have: High integrity Passionate about people Customer focus Strong focus on quality and safety Excellent communication skills. Good negotiating skills Strong organizational skills Team player mindset Ability to lead persons of different cultural backgrounds Successful applicants must be authorized to work in Canada without sponsorship. For applicants that reside in BC, the hourly salary rate range is $42.00 CAD - $48.00 CAD. The starting salary for this position would be determined with consideration of the successful candidates relevant education, individual skill set, level of experience applicable to the role they are being offered and consideration of internal equity. Wrtsil Canada offer a generous benefit package, including but not limited to; extended medical & dental coverage, RRSP matching, 4 weeks of vacation and 5 paid personal days per year. Travel Requirements: This position requires a 70% travel commitment, encompassing both domestic and international, including onshore and offshore locations. Wrtsil is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. At Wrtsil we value, respect, and embrace all our differences, and are committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal employment opportunities. #J-18808-Ljbffr