Workshop Machinist Fort-Lauderdale

We are now looking for a Workshop Machinist to join our team working for a better future. Wärtsilä is a world leader in marine technology and leading the industry’s transformation toward a decarbonized and sustainable future.

Wärtsilä delivers efficient, safe and sustainable integrated products and solutions to enhance the business of its customers. Business Unit Parts and Field Service is a global organization that values respect, diversity, safety, environment and wellbeing.

Responsibilities:

• Manage on-site machining projects from start to finish, ensuring timely and high‑quality execution.
• Perform workshop tasks such as overhauls, reconditioning, modifications, cleaning, and machining of reciprocating engine components.
• Collaborate with the workshop team to meet goals and customer deadlines, including occasional overtime.
• Maintain and track tool inventory, ensuring proper calibration and readiness of machining and measuring equipment.
• Conduct preventive maintenance on plant equipment and complete training for heavy lifting tools (forklift, gantry cranes, turning equipment).
• Prepare and maintain accurate project documentation, including progress reports, inspection records, timesheets, and expense reports.
• Assist in preparing detailed project completion reports according to Wärtsilä standards.
• Adapt to ad‑hoc duties as required, ensuring flexibility and customer satisfaction.
• Ensure all on-site activities comply with Wärtsilä’s Health and Safety standards (ISO 45001:2018) and that all work meets ISO 9001:2015 quality standards.

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

• A safety-first mindset and commitment to quality.
• High school diploma or technical certification in machining or mechanical engineering.
• 2–3 years of experience in on-site machining or similar roles, including line-boring, laser/optical alignment, tool calibration, and preferably in-situ crankshaft machining and portable grinding services.
• Proven ability to manage machining projects and lead teams effectively.
• Proficiency in machining tools, software, and mechanical measuring equipment, with the ability to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints.
• Excellent attention to detail, strong organizational and time management skills.
• A proactive attitude and ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent English communication skills (verbal and written);
  Spanish is a plus.

As an ideal candidate, we expect you to have:

• High integrity.
• Passion for customer service and technical excellence.
• Strong focus on quality and safety.
• Critical thinking.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) in languages needed to support the team.
• Strong organizational skills and a team player mindset.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds.

Physical & Mental/Reasoning Demands:

• Vision:
  Close;
  Distance;
  Depth.
• Color Perception (Red, Green, Amber).
• Hearing/Listening.
• Clear Speech.
• Touching:
  Dexterity;
  Hand;
  Finger.
• Ability to Mount and Dismount Forklift/Truck.
• Pushing/Pulling/Stoop/Kneel/Crouch or Crawl.
• Lifting: 45 Pounds; 5 times per shift.
• Carrying: 25 Pounds; 5 times per shift.
• Driving (local/over the road).
• Bend/Squat/Sit and Stand for a prolonged period of time.
• Climbing / Balance.

Work Environment:

• Works Alone / Works with Others.
• Verbal Contact with Others;
  Face-to-Face Contact.
• Inside / Outside.
• Extreme Heat / Extreme Cold.
• Noise.
• Mechanical Equipment.
• Electrical Equipment.
• Pressurized Equipment.
• Moving Objects.
• High Places.
• Fumes/Odors.
• Hazardous Materials.
• Dirt/Dust.

Travel Requirements:

In this role, some domestic travel may be required. Estimated travel: 20%.

Last application date: 25/01/2026

Candidates for regular U.S. and Puerto Rico positions must be a U.S. citizen, national, or an alien admitted as permanent resident, refugee, asylee with a valid work permit or temporary resident under 8 U.S.C. 1160(a) or 1255a(1). Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H1B, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

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.

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