Electrical Plant Technician.
Wärtsilä is an innovative technology company known for being a forerunner in the Marine and Energy markets. Every day, we – Wärtsilians – put our hearts and minds into turning Wärtsilä’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?

Main responsibilities
• Maintain and operate the plant during the shift according to company policies, procedures and operation profile/plan.
• Identify and locate all existing sensors and transmitters of engines and auxiliary equipment as well as test and substitute them if necessary.
• Carry out inspections of all electrical equipment and take corrective actions when needed.
• Comply with all safety regulations (including isolation, lock out and tag out) and perform emergency procedures in order to protect personnel and equipment in case of damage or failure of safety devices.
• Ensure that the working area, machines, auxiliary equipment and tools are kept in good and clean condition.
• Identify and correct abnormalities of the engine excitation systems as well as the test the protection and supervision equipment of the systems.
• Create work reports according to guidelines.


Skill-set requirements
• Engineering degree – Electrical
• Overall, 3-5 years of experience.
• Working experience in any Wartsila engines
Desired behaviours:
• Achieving results & making change happen
• Decisiveness and action orientation
• Planning and target setting
• Developing self and others
• Communication & teamwork skills
• Situational and cultural sensitivity
• Business and Customer focus
• Cost awareness & effectiveness
• Wärtsilä Quality, safety, environment skills
• Workplace ICT equipment & application skills


Technical:

• Professional Skills:
• Charge air system
• Compressed air systems
• Cooling water systems
• Emission reduction systems
• Exhaust gas system
• Fuel System
• Gas fuel systems
• Injection support systems
• Lubricating oil systems
• Sludge reduction systems (Effluent handling system)
• Steam systems
• Engine knowledge, medium speed
• Scheduled Maintenance
• Trouble shooting, mechanical
• Measurement equipment, mechanical
• Technical drawings and flow charts
• Equipment/plant condition & efficiency monitoring and control

Job Location: Boto Power Plant, Senegal
Last application date: 30.04.2025
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.
Please note that according to Wärtsilä policy, voluntary consent for a security check may be required from candidates being considered for this position, depending on the applicable country.


This is Wärtsilä
Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. Our team of 18,300 professionals, in more than 230 locations in 77 countries, shape the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. Read more on www.wartsila.com.