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. Did you know that shipping is the world’s most efficient mode of transportation and that 88% of the world's trade is carried by sea?

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. Are you ready to jump onboard?

We are now looking for a Senior Superintendent, 4-stroke to join our Field Service Marine team around the world, working for a better future. This position is open for Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Chile, Ecuador, Mexico y Panama. 

 

What will you be doing?

This role is designed to support both external and internal customers across South America and other global time zones.

Activities include leading field service operations such as engine overhauls, maintenance, troubleshooting, and commissioning of Wärtsilä 4-stroke marine engines.

The position involves managing onsite teams, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and delivering expert technical support with a strong customer focus.

This position reports to the Resources Coordinator.

 

Duties and Responsibilities:

 

Supervise and perform overhauls and repairs on 4-stroke engines by Wärtsilä employees and subcontractors; Conduct advanced troubleshooting of 4 stroke medium speed engines, and auxiliary systems; Interact professionally with customers during service delivery; Have advanced knowledge of Wärtsilä products and solutions; Act as commissioning engineer and lead related activities; Lead and manage the assigned onsite team and related activities during work execution; Elaborate the Service Work Reports; Ensure that the work is executed according to Wärtsilä 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; Proactively consulting, advising, and promoting available Wartsila solutions and products to customers.

 

To be successful in this role, we expect you to have:

• A safety-first mindset;

• A passion for developing your 4-stroke engines knowledge to the next level;

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent technical qualifications;

• Solid experience in 4-stroke engines repair and overhaul;

• Proven experience in installation, operation, and maintenance of turbochargers, pumps, heat exchangers, fuel systems, lubrication systems, cooling systems;

• Ability to engage with customers professionally;

• Problem-solving oriented;

• Experience on medium-speed Electric and Automation systems of 4-stroke is a plus;

• Fluent English skill language;

• Intermediate Spanish required, and Portuguese is a plus.

 

As an ideal candidate, we expect you to have:

High integrity Passion for team development and collaboration Business and Customer focus Strong focus on quality and safety Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) Good negotiation skills Strong organizational skills Team player mindset Ability to lead people of different cultural background Decisiveness and action orientation

 

 

Why you & us? 

At Wärtsilä, we believe in empowerment, ownership, and taking responsibility for our work. We support each other’s growth, and co-creation is the true basis of our innovation. We have the courage to see opportunities and take initiative.

We are authentic and honest, and we strongly believe in a diverse and inclusive work community where everyone can be their true self. We don’t always get it right the first time, and if mistakes are made, we make sure to learn and grow from them. We want everyone to voice their opinions freely. That is why we have built an environment that empowers you and everyone around you, and where you can feel safe and cared for.

Are you eager to be part of this ambition?

 

Last application date: 20/08/2025 

 

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.

 

This is Wärtsilä 

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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