Job Description

Project Engineer


We are now looking for a

Electrical Project Engineer - Excitation & Protection Systems.

The position is permanent, and the preferred location is in

Montrose, Scotland

, but other UK locations are possible.

What you will be doing

As

Electrical Project Engineer

you will play a key role in designing excitation and/or electrical protection systems and delivering these to our customers. You'll work closely with the Engineering team, a team focused on supporting our customers with excellent technical solutions,and you will report to our Engineering Manager

As Electrical Project Engineer, your work will focus on these responsibilities:

Lead the specification and design works on power generation projects Oversee the build and FAT of systems Liaise with customers to ensure projects are delivered as required in terms of Safety, Quality, Programme and Budget. Support our Field Engineers as/when Technical Queries arise.

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

Education: Minimum B.Eng in Electrical Engineering Experience: 5+ years in Excitation and/or Protection Systems Skills: Proficient in use of Solidworks Electrical Schematics (or similar CAD systems). Certifications: HV Awareness, Electrical Testing, Electrical Safety Other Requirements: Occasional Travel including working offshore and internationally


Preferred qualifications:
Education: B.Eng (Hons) in Electrical Engineering. Experience: Experience advantageous in various Power Generation environments. Skills: Familiarity with PLC systems.

Why you and us?

We at Wartsila 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 that by being your own true self you can accomplish so much more. 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?



We have an amazing team and we are excited about our work and the impact it has on building sustainable societies. We are looking to find a colleague with this shared passion for smart technologies and a sustainable future.

Contact & next steps

We hope to hear from you soon, by submitting your application through our careers portal. We aim to keep you updated on the process throughout.



Welcome to join us in shaping the decarbonisation of marine and energy!
Last application date: 03/12/2025


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.



Please note that according to Wartsila policy, voluntary consent for a security check may be required from candidates being considered for this position, depending on the applicable country.