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Location

Khopoli | India

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Job description

Wärtsilä is leading the transition towards a 100% renewable energy future. We Wärtsilians help our customers unlock the value of energy transition by optimizing their energy systems and future-proofing their assets. Did you know Wärtsilä has delivered 74 GW of power plant capacity and more than 80 energy storage systems in 180 countries around the world?

In this fast-changing world of energy, we 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. Want to join the ride? 

Wärtsilä is seeking for a Supplier Development Engineer , to join our team based in  Khopoli, India

Main responsibilities

As Supplier Development Engineer, your work will focus on these responsibilities: 

• Identify, develop and execute supplier development actions.
• Monitor and analyse supplier performance and give guidance accordingly.
• Take ownership and action on Quality, Delivery and Cost activities utilizing defined supplier development tools (e.g. supplier audit, Go&See, WPAP, PCPA and PQAP)
• Actively participate in the Category (Y53) action plan creation including decision making of supplier rationalization and change
• Execute supplier audits and audit follow-up according to supplier audit plan.
• Develop and execute supplier development action plan for supplier improvements.
• Support suppliers with their operational efficiency / organizational growth / product improvement and development initiative
• Assess and follow up the suppliers’ quality management systems and Supplier Management System (VMS) rating.
• Point of contact for supplier with an escalated quality, delivery or technical problem regarding propulsion equipment
• Participate in the development of Wartsila’s tools and procedures for Supplier Development and in other assigned development projects.

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

Desired Skills: 

• Process development and project management knowledge coupled with a strong focus on quality, speed and cost.
• Solution oriented approach, capability to implement and persistency to follow-up activities in order to ensure sustainability.
• Knowledge of manufacturing process and testing, in particular casting, forging, steel constructions and machining (propulsion parts, for future also hydraulics and controls)
• Able to work in a distributed team and self-driven approach.
• Good communication presentation skills to effectively deliver the messages to different audiences and target groups.
• Fluent command in English (preferable also local language), both oral and written
• Solid understanding of sourcing and supply management
• Experience and understanding of Operational Excellence principles and awareness about working with Continuous Improvement Process tools regarding Quality, Delivery and Cost (Kaizen, 5S, 6 Sigma, etc.)
• Knowledge of SD toolbox, SAP and Wärtsilä’s reporting tool are seen as advantages.

Education & Experience:

• Diploma/Graduate Engineer degree in Industrial or Mechanical
• 5 years of experience in manufacturing/technical background, as industrial engineer /and purchasing, preferably with experience in Engineering, Manufacturing operations or quality.
• Knowledge and experience in supplier audits for ISO 9001, when knowledge of ISO 14001 and 45001 will be an added advantage.

Other desired skills:

• Be able to present the complicated issue into a simple way.
• Relevant technical and manufacturing knowledge from propulsion parts (started with waterjets)
• Professional expertise within Supply Chain management, Engineering, Manufacturing or Quality
• Experience in working with Continuous Improvement Process tools regarding Quality, Delivery and Cost such as Kaizen, 5S, 6 Sigma, considered as a plus.
• Can do attitude and result oriented working method

Why you and us:

We at Wärtsilä believe in empowerment, ownership and taking responsibility of our work. We support each other’s growth and co-creation is the true basis of our innovation. We have 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?

How to apply:

Contact & next steps

Submit your application before the deadline through our Careers portal. Applications through email will not be considered. After submitting your application you’ll receive a confirmation email. We try our best to get back to everyone within 2-3 weeks after application deadline.

In case of any questions, reach out our Regional Talent Acquisition Team at  [email protected]

Last application date: 26/03/2024

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.

This is Wärtsilä

Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. We emphasise innovation in sustainable technology and services to help our customers continuously improve their environmental and economic performance. Our dedicated and passionate team of 17,000 professionals in more than 200 locations in 68 countries shape the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. In 2021, Wärtsilä’s net sales totalled EUR 4.8 billion. Wärtsilä is listed on Nasdaq Helsinki. Find out more at  .

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