Wärtsilä Energy Storage is powering the shift to a cleaner, more resilient grid. We work at the front lines of the energy transition, helping partners around the world maximize the value of renewables through grid‑scale battery systems, advanced software, and expert services. Our portfolio includes the industry‑leading GEMS Digital Energy Platform, utility‑scale battery solutions, and lifecycle services that keep storage assets optimized and ready when it matters most.
With over 17 GWh of storage deployed or under contract across 130+ projects globally, we’re shaping how the grid of the future works. In a world of rising complexity and accelerating change, we’re looking for future‑focused talent to help us design, deliver, and support the energy systems of tomorrow. Sound like your kind of challenge? Let’s build it together.
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Software Operations Engineer to lead and drive the development, implementation, and optimisation of software, automation, and industrial control systems within the energy storage sector. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of energy storage technologies, combined with expertise in software engineering, automation, and control systems to innovate and improve our solutions.
Location: Finland (Vaasa preferred, Helsinki an alternative) or the United Kingdom.
Key Responsibilities
* Software Development & Engineering: Oversee the design, development, and deployment of advanced software solutions for energy storage management, including monitoring, optimisation, and control. Collaborate with software and hardware teams to create integrated, scalable solutions that enhance system performance and energy efficiency. Ensure software solutions adhere to industry standards, safety regulations, and cybersecurity protocols.
* Automation & Control Systems: Design, implement, and optimise GEMS solutions for customer projects. Ensure the continuous improvement of control algorithms and automation processes for maximum operational efficiency and reliability.
* Cross‑functional Collaboration: Work closely with product development, operations, and lifecycle support teams to ensure seamless application integration. Collaborate with stakeholders to define application requirements, identify key performance indicators, and design solutions that meet customer needs.
* Quality Assurance & Optimization: Execute testing, debugging, and troubleshooting efforts to ensure optimal functionality of software, automation, and control systems. Continuously monitor system performance and implement improvements for scalability, security, and user experience.
Qualifications
* Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
* Experience: 5+ years in engineering roles, including at least 2 years in a technical leadership position (expertise leader, not people management) within the energy storage, renewable energy, or industrial control systems sector. Proven experience in software development for industrial applications, with a strong background in control systems, automation, and software integration. Extensive experience with SCADA, PLCs, HMI, DCS, and other industrial control systems. Strong knowledge of energy storage technologies and energy management systems.
* Technical Skills: Proficiency in programming languages such as C++, Python, Java, or similar. Expertise in industrial automation platforms (Siemens, Schneider, ABB, Rockwell). Familiarity with data analytics, cloud computing, and AI/ML for predictive maintenance and optimisation of energy systems. Understanding of communication protocols such as Modbus, OPC, MQTT, and REST APIs. Solid knowledge of cybersecurity practices for industrial control systems and software.
* Soft Skills: Strong leadership and communication skills, ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders, problem‑solving mindset, ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
* Preferred Qualifications: Experience with energy management software or battery management systems (BMS). Knowledge of energy market regulations and compliance standards. Experience in system integration and managing large‑scale energy storage projects. Familiarity with machine learning applications for predictive analytics in energy storage systems.
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.
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