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?
Cost Engineer, Thrusters
You will find yourself in the heart of the exciting world of the Maritime industry, working in truly international environment where Wärtsilä is recognised as a global leader in path of decarbonising the industry. Profitable business requires besides excellent products and effective sales, also efficient cost management. As Cost Engineer you will be in key role to secure the competitiveness of our thrusters product portfolio.
Required location for this role is in Wuxi, China where we have a world class production facilities for most advanced propulsion products. You will be part of global Wärtsilä team.
What you will be doing
You will ensure the cost competitiveness of our baseline products transverse thrusters, steerable thrusters and retractable thrusters in short and long timespan. You keep the standard product cost structures in our system up-to date ensuring correct pricing in our sales projects. As well you participate in special projects where customisation is needed, and specific cost analyses are needed. You drive the cost structure understanding and cost competitiveness in our organisation and participate in R&D projects and cost-cut initiatives.
Your main responsibilities are to
Ensure up-to-date cost information for standard products in Quotation Management System (QMS), both for existing products and new developments Support Non-standard sales projects with cost calculations and analysis Propose cost reduction activities and projects, and attend to cost-cut actions in co-operation with sourcing, purchasing and also suppliers, in close co-operation with our production. Participate product development projects as a cost structure expert Share actively product cost structure understanding in organisation and drive cost competitiveness of thruster products. Continuously increase and sharpen the holistic cost structure understanding of Thruster products.
Main requirements in this role are:
Technical background and at least 3 years experience in field of heavy machinery. Your experience can have been collected eg. in function such as purchasing, sourcing, engineering, project delivery or supply management Basic understanding of general cost factors of heavy machinery products and delivery. Degree in relevant discipline, preferrably in mechanical engineering. Interest and will to understand and improve cost competitiveness of products Capability to co-operate with different stakeholder groups : Engineering, R&D, Sales, Sales tools development, Production, Supply Management, Product Management, Financial Controlling. Good communication skills, professional use of English in verbal and writing. Earlier experience in Marine / Propulsion business is considered as an asset.
Why you and us
We have an amazing team and a clear purpose to exist. We are passionate about the work we do and hope to find a colleague with a shared passion for smart technologies and a sustainable future.
All our employees are encouraged to utilise the variety of training activities, learning solutions and self-study materials that we have to offer which supports the opportunity to further develop your talents and competencies within a very global working environment, in an ambitious and growth orientated organisation.
Contact & next steps
Does this sound like the job for you? If yes, we hope to hear from you before the application 21st August 2025 by submitting your application through our careers portal. Are you still wondering if you should apply and would like to get something clarified? Please reach out to Tina Zheng, Talent Acquisition Partner (tina.zheng@wartsila.com) with any questions related to this position. (only for questions from direct job applicants, applications through email will not be recorded or responded to)
Please apply by 21st August 2025 at 23:59 Chinese Standard Time. Our recruiting tool recognizes the time zone where the job ad has been published and closes the application period according to same time zone.
Last application date: 21/08/2025
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