Wartsila is an innovative technology company known for being a forerunner in the Marine and Energy markets. Every day, we – Wartsilians - put our hearts and minds into turning Wartsila'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? Wartsila’s Energy Business is looking for an Electrical Engineer for the Energy Storage & Optimization business. The role will be part of the hardware engineering team.
The ideal candidate will be a self-starter that can work both independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team. The candidate should thrive in a fast paced, constantly changing environment while the industry and company go through substantial growth.
Location(s) for this position is Wartsila’s office in Suzhou, China.
Responsibilities: Develop in-depth knowledge of the electrical, mechanical, and structural components of the battery enclosure, control system, fire suppression system, , high voltage battery system, and air or liquid-based cooling system. Develop product test specifications that to include establishing test plan based on design documentation and requirements specifications, design test setup, define equipment needed and acceptance criteria for tests. Collaborate in a team environment and take charge of opportunities to develop optimal solutions for the product development programs. Develop automation and innovative solutions for testing activities to increase efficiency and reduce time loss safety risks. Execute tests in lab environment either internally or at third party lab to verify compliance with design requirements. Establish clear objectives for all aspects of product testing and outline the steps necessary for successful execution. Investigate and analyze test failures to deliver insightful feedback to the development team. Develop testing documentation such as test plan, test schedule, test set up schematic, bill of materials, test procedure, and own test report for approval.
Minimum Experience and Educational Requirements: BS in Electrical Engineering or control. Basic electrical calculations for power, voltage, peak and rms conversion, circuit analysis. Familiarity with operating of lab instruments such as multimeters, power supplies, DAQ, oscilloscopes etc. Familiarity with constructing test set up, basic wiring, soldering and assembling skills. Thorough understanding of safety operation of high voltage, high current equipment and typical procedure of lock out tag out. Maintain positive working relationships with vendor and team members in a fast-paced environment. 5+ years of electrical engineering experience focusing on testing electrical or electronic systems. Willing to travel 20% of the time.
Preferred Experience and Educational Requirements: Graduate degree in Electrical Engineering or control. Experience with generator or Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) testing. Experience with testing of battery and energy storage systems is a plus. Safety or EMC compliance experience. Working knowledge of industrial control philosophies and communication protocols.
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,62in an ambitious and growth orientated organisation.
At Wartsila 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.
This is Wartsila Wartsila is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. Our team of 17,800 professionals, in more than 280 locations in 79 countries, shape the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe.
