What are the responsibilities and job description for the Rotation Program Engineer position at Wärtsilä?
Wärtsilä Energy Storage & Optimization (ES&O) is the leading global energy storage optimizer. Our mission is to deliver integrated energy solutions that build a resilient, intelligent, and flexible energy infrastructure - unlocking the way to an optimized renewable future. By integrating renewables, energy management technology, and storage with traditional energy resources, we reinvent clean energy production from the largest and most complex grids to the most remote and essential microgrids. We play a key role in Wärtsilä’s vision towards a 100% renewable energy future through flexibility, reliability, and integration and a more sustainable world for us all.
We are seeking motivated and talented engineers who are recent graduates or have less than 3 years of experience to join our Rotation Program. This program is designed to provide comprehensive exposure to various aspects of the battery energy storage industry, including sales engineering, design, testing, installation, commissioning and life cycle. The successful candidates will rotate through different departments, gaining hands-on experience and developing a well-rounded skill set.
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. The location for this position is Herndon, Virginia. This will be a onsite role.
Responsibilities:
Why you and us:
You will be a part of a global organization with local presence and work in an exciting and dynamic working environment with highly motivated and skilled co-workers. We offer interesting and challenging work tasks, as well as personal and professional development in a great team. If you feel excited by being a part of this working environment and think your personal skills and qualities match the job requirements, we look forward to receiving your job application. 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.
We are not accepting unsolicited submissions from 3rd party recruitment agencies.
Successful applicant must be authorized to work in the USA without sponsorship. We look forward to hearing from you. Qualified candidates must apply online: https://www.wartsila.com/careers
Individuals hired for positions that require on-site customer interactions and/or in-person travel may be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or other country-specific vaccinations, unless otherwise prohibited by law. Wärtsilä North America values our employees. We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Wärtsilä North America is an EOE/AA employer.
Effective January 2025, Wartsila companies in the USA will implement a new hybrid work model. Most employees who live within 40 miles of an office will work 2 days per week in office. This model will provide our employees the flexibility of working from home, while also providing the benefits of in-person collaboration twice a week. We will be happy to provide more information during your interview process.
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We are seeking motivated and talented engineers who are recent graduates or have less than 3 years of experience to join our Rotation Program. This program is designed to provide comprehensive exposure to various aspects of the battery energy storage industry, including sales engineering, design, testing, installation, commissioning and life cycle. The successful candidates will rotate through different departments, gaining hands-on experience and developing a well-rounded skill set.
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. The location for this position is Herndon, Virginia. This will be a onsite role.
Responsibilities:
- Participate in a structured rotation program, spending time in different departments such as Sales Engineering, Product Development, Project Engineering, Field Services, and Life Cycle Team.
- Assist in the design and development of battery energy storage systems, including system architecture, component selection, integration and Testing.
- Conduct testing and validation of energy storage systems to ensure performance, safety, and reliability.
- Support project engineering teams in the planning, execution, and commissioning of energy storage projects.
- Collaborate with the proposal team to support sales efforts, including preparing technical proposals and responding to customer inquiries.
- Work with the life cycle team to ensure the long-term performance and reliability of energy storage systems, including maintenance and upgrades.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and process optimization.
- Prepare technical documentation, reports, and presentations.
- Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices.
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
- Recent graduate or up to 3 years of relevant work experience.
- Strong interest in the battery energy storage industry and renewable energy technologies.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to learning.
- Strong analytical and technical skills, with attention to detail.
- Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
- Willingness to travel and work in different locations as required by the rotation program.
- Previous internship or co-op experience in a related field is a plus.
- Team player attitude
- Able to travel up to 40%.
Why you and us:
You will be a part of a global organization with local presence and work in an exciting and dynamic working environment with highly motivated and skilled co-workers. We offer interesting and challenging work tasks, as well as personal and professional development in a great team. If you feel excited by being a part of this working environment and think your personal skills and qualities match the job requirements, we look forward to receiving your job application. 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.
We are not accepting unsolicited submissions from 3rd party recruitment agencies.
Successful applicant must be authorized to work in the USA without sponsorship. We look forward to hearing from you. Qualified candidates must apply online: https://www.wartsila.com/careers
Individuals hired for positions that require on-site customer interactions and/or in-person travel may be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or other country-specific vaccinations, unless otherwise prohibited by law. Wärtsilä North America values our employees. We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Wärtsilä North America is an EOE/AA employer.
Effective January 2025, Wartsila companies in the USA will implement a new hybrid work model. Most employees who live within 40 miles of an office will work 2 days per week in office. This model will provide our employees the flexibility of working from home, while also providing the benefits of in-person collaboration twice a week. We will be happy to provide more information during your interview process.
#esocareers
#wärtsiläenergy
