Agreement Manager
Columbus, OH - USA
Job Summary
Wärtsilä is an innovativetechnology company known forbeing a forerunner in the Marine and Energy markets. Every day we Wärtsilians - put our hearts and minds into turning Wärtsiläs purpose of enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into ultimate aim isto provide increased value to bothour 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 decarbonisedand sustainable 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
Agreement Manager Energy
Location: Columbus Ohio
Salary Range: $140000 - $150000 USD annually
Employment Type: Full-time
Benefits: Medical dental & vision insurance 401(k) paid time off life insurance & wellbeing programs. (More details in the footer)
About the role
Wärtsilä Energy is looking for an Agreement Manager to join our Engine Power Plant Lifecycle Management team and lead the delivery of a new type of long-term Service Agreement in Ohio.
In this role you will take ownership of the overall commercial operational and customer performance of the agreement working closely with the customer our site operations team and Wärtsiläs technical and commercial experts.
This is an opportunity for an experienced energy professional who enjoys being close to the customer understands power generation operations and knows how to turn technical performance into measurable business value.
What you will be doing
As Agreement Manager you will:
- Serve as the primary Wärtsilä contact and trusted advisor for the customer throughout the agreement lifecycle.
- Lead the overall commercial financial operational and technical performance of the agreement.
- Work closely with customer and Wärtsilä operations teams to monitor plant performance and address operational or technical challenges.
- Conduct regular customer and service performance reviews identifying opportunities to improve reliability availability efficiency and profitability.
- Manage contractual obligations performance guarantees KPIs risks and opportunities.
- Identify and develop upsell cross-sell contract expansion and renewal opportunities based on customer needs.
- Coordinate with technical service sales and product teams to deliver solutions that create value for the customer.
- Support the transition from project delivery into long-term lifecycle support and ensure continuity throughout the agreement.
- Build strong long-term customer relationships while protecting Wärtsiläs commercial interests and supporting sustainable business growth.
To be successful in this role we expect you to have
- A Bachelors degree preferably in Engineering Business or a related technical or scientific discipline.
- At least 5 years of relevant experience managing long-term service agreements performance-based contracts customer accounts or similar commercial responsibilities within power generation energy or the maritime industry.
- Experience working with performance guarantees contractual KPIs service agreements and operational performance.
- Strong commercial understanding with the ability to manage contract performance financial outcomes risks and business opportunities.
- Ability to translate technical and operational information into meaningful business value for customers.
- Strong negotiation stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across customer operational technical and commercial teams.
- A proactive customer-focused approach with strong ownership and problem-solving skills.
Considered an advantage:
- Experience with outcome-based or performance-based service agreements.
- Experience with reciprocating engine power plants or other power generation assets.
- Knowledge of contractual and legal principles related to long-term service or energy agreements.
Why you and us
At Wärtsilä you will be part of a global team working to enable sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services. We value customer success passion and performance while creating opportunities for our people to learn collaborate and grow.
Last application date: 22/10/2026
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 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.
For applicants that reside in: IL CO HI ME OH the salary wage range is $140000 - $150000 USD
The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role such as shift differentials standby/on-call overtime premiums extra shift incentives or bonus opportunities. Eligibility to participate in: the discretionary incentive plan assigned to the level of position upon offer of employment; medical dental and vision coverage 401(k) plan and flexible spending accounts subject to plan terms; Company-paid benefits such as life insurance short- and long-term disability subject to applicable waiting periods. Paid time off (PTO) is WÄRTSILÄ NORTH AMERICA INC. accrued on a per-pay period basis in accordance with tenure in the Company; a new hire can expect 17 days per year. Twelve (12) Company-paid holidays.
Individuals hired for positions that require on-site customer interactions and/or in-person travel may be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or other country-specific vaccinations unless otherwise prohibited by law.
Wärtsilä North America values our employees. We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Wärtsilä North America is an EOE/AA employer.
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.
Effective January 2025 Wartsila companies in the USA have implemented a new hybrid work model. Most employees who live within 40 miles of an office will work 2 days per week in office. This model will provide our employees the flexibility of working from home while also providing the benefits of in-person collaboration twice a week. We will be happy to provide more information during your interview process.
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 18300 professionals in more than 230 locations in 77 countries shape the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. Read more .
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