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. 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.
Business Unit Parts and Field Service is a global organisation with harmonised ways of working and tools to deliver the best possible services for our customers. In our global team we value, respect, and embrace different opinions and diversity. Safety, environment, and wellbeing are our foundation, and we never compromise them.
We are looking for an Automation Engineer to join our team of experts in Trieste, Italy.
This position is ideal for recent graduates or individuals with a high school diploma who have a keen interest in automation and engineering. We encourage candidates with a basic understanding of automation systems and a willingness to learn and grow in a dynamic environment.
Your role and responsibilities
As an Automation Engineer, your work will include programming and configuring automated equipment (PLCs, etc.), creating and testing automation scripts and programs, analyzing existing processes to identify areas for automation, and supporting production projects.
The tasks can also be adjusted based on your individual skills and interests. You’ll be working as part of an energetic team with diverse expertise.
As an Automation Engineer you will focus on these responsibilities:
- Development, install and debug PLC code for new projects.
- Develop and implement PLC code upgrades and manage the rollout to equipment.
- Provide technical support to the wider team throughout the entire project cycle, including design, machine build, debugging and commissioning phases.
- Create and maintain all relevant documentation for new and upgraded equipment.
- Research, test and validate new technologies for use in future equipment solutions.
- Responsible for ensuring that project timelines and targets are achieved.
Requirements for the position
- Bachelor's degree in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field. Recent graduates are encouraged to apply. Candidates with a relevant high school diploma in these fields are also encouraged to apply.
- Basic programming skills, even at a hobbyist level.
- Knowledge of PLCs or a willingness to work with this system.
- Skills in industrial computing and advanced programming languages (C#, Python) would be a plus.
- Previous experience as an Automation Engineer is a plus.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team as necessary.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Proficiency in English, both written and spoken.
Why you and us?
You are valued – as your true self. At Wärtsilä YOU matter. We value diversity and are committed in supporting inclusive work community.
Your growth is supported. We believe in continuous learning & teamwork. Wärtsilian community has your back when it comes to development opportunities – so you can develop beyond your potential.
You get to make a difference. Innovation and sustainability are important for us. Every day, we - Wärtsilians - put our hearts and minds into enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality.
Contact & next steps
Does this sound like the job for you? If yes, submit your application before the deadline through our Careers portal. Applications submitted via email or through recruitment agencies will not be considered.
Our recruiting tool recognizes the time zone where the job ad has been published and closes the application period according to the same time zone. We will be conducting interviews with qualified candidates throughout the process and aim to keep you informed along the way.
Are you still wondering if you should apply and would like to get something clarified? Please reach out to Team Leader Automation and Control, Christian Fabi via email at [email protected], with any questions related to this position (only for questions from direct job applicants, applications through email will not be recorded or responded to).
Last application date: 18/08/2025
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.
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