Field Service E&A Superintendent H/F

Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets.

We are looking for an experienced Field service E&A Superintendent H/Fto join our Field Service team in Surgères, France.

In this role, you will take responsibility for the successful execution of electrical field service activities on Wärtsilä installations. You will combine hands‑on technical expertise with coordination and leadership responsibilities, working closely with customers, colleagues, electricians and subcontractors during service projects.

The role covers service activities on 4-stroke engines, including W9L32, W6L32, W16V32, W18V32 and W12V46, as well as 2-stroke engines such as 12RTA84C.

What will you be doing?

As a Field service E&A Superintendent, your main responsibilities will include:

• Execute and supervise electrical field service activities, including troubleshooting, commissioning and FAT activities.
• Perform and coordinate electrical installation work such as laying cable paths, running and connecting cables, electrical cabinet modifications, mainboard work and automation cabinet connections.
• Carry out and supervise overhauls and repairs of electrical assemblies, both on customer sites and in workshops.
• Coordinate and supervise teams of electricians and subcontractors, ensuring activities are completed safely, efficiently and according to schedule.
• Provide expert technical guidance and support to Field Service teams.
• Support and develop less experienced Field Service colleagues by sharing technical knowledge and best practices.
• Participate in project scheduling, planning and coordination of activities on site.
• Work closely with customers throughout the execution of service activities and maintain strong professional relationships.
• Identify opportunities to improve Field Service systems, tools, processes and ways of working.
• Capture and share lessons learned from field activities to support continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental requirements, Wärtsilä guidelines and customer site procedures.
• Complete the required technical reports, service documentation and administrative activities.

What do we expect from you?

To succeed in this role, you should have:

• Strong experience in electrical Field Service, marine, power generation or a comparable industrial environment.
• Solid technical knowledge of electrical systems, automation systems, cabinets, cabling and electrical troubleshooting.
• Experience with the installation, commissioning, maintenance or repair of large engines or similar industrial equipment.
• Experience coordinating or supervising electricians, technicians and/or subcontractors.
• Good understanding of Field Service processes, quality requirements and safe working practices.
• The ability to troubleshoot technical and operational issues independently and identify practical solutions.
• Strong planning and coordination skills, with the ability to manage priorities during Field Service projects.
• Good customer-facing and communication skills.
• A collaborative mindset and willingness to share knowledge and support the development of colleagues.
• Ability and willingness to travel regularly to customer sites according to project requirements.

Experience with Wärtsilä 32 and 46 engine platforms and/or 2-stroke engines such as the RTA84C would be a strong advantage.

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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.

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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