What are the responsibilities and job description for the HR Immigration & Mobility Specialist position at Wärtsilä?
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?
HR Immigration & Mobility Specialist
Location: Houston, TX or Fort Lauderdale, FL
Work model: Hybrid
Fuel your power. Join us and make an impact through people, process, and global collaboration.
At Wärtsilä, we believe in empowering our people to grow while making a meaningful impact. As HR Immigration & Mobility Specialist, you will play a key role in delivering an excellent employee and stakeholder experience across North America by supporting immigration, relocation, and mobility processes with a strong focus on compliance, service excellence, and continuous improvement. This opportunity is open in Houston or Fort Lauderdale and follows a hybrid working model.
In this role, you will collaborate closely with HR colleagues, business leaders, employees, and external vendors to manage end-to-end immigration and mobility activities. You will also contribute to the development and enhancement of policies, processes, and tools that support a consistent and effective mobility experience.
This is an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented and customer-focused HR professional who enjoys working in a dynamic, international environment and is passionate about operational excellence.
Your Key Responsibilities
At Wärtsilä, our employee value proposition is Fuel your power. We are committed to creating opportunities for professional growth in an inclusive culture designed to help our people succeed, while enabling meaningful impact through the decarbonisation transformation of the marine and energy industries.
Last application date: 14/05/2026
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.
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 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.
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?
HR Immigration & Mobility Specialist
Location: Houston, TX or Fort Lauderdale, FL
Work model: Hybrid
Fuel your power. Join us and make an impact through people, process, and global collaboration.
At Wärtsilä, we believe in empowering our people to grow while making a meaningful impact. As HR Immigration & Mobility Specialist, you will play a key role in delivering an excellent employee and stakeholder experience across North America by supporting immigration, relocation, and mobility processes with a strong focus on compliance, service excellence, and continuous improvement. This opportunity is open in Houston or Fort Lauderdale and follows a hybrid working model.
In this role, you will collaborate closely with HR colleagues, business leaders, employees, and external vendors to manage end-to-end immigration and mobility activities. You will also contribute to the development and enhancement of policies, processes, and tools that support a consistent and effective mobility experience.
This is an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented and customer-focused HR professional who enjoys working in a dynamic, international environment and is passionate about operational excellence.
Your Key Responsibilities
- Lead immigration activities and support mobility and relocation processes by coordinating with external vendors and representing the company and employees throughout the process.
- Provide expert guidance and a high level of customer service to HR teams and the business across the full assignment lifecycle and mobility-related matters.
- Support the management and communication of internal project transfers, site assignments, and short-term assignments in close coordination with vendors and stakeholders.
- Conduct initial assessments for assignment requests, manage cases end to end, and ensure compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.
- Act as a key point of contact for employees, internal stakeholders, and external vendors, ensuring timely and clear communication throughout each case.
- Build strong partnerships with vendors, leadership teams, and HR colleagues to support the successful delivery of mobility, relocation, and immigration initiatives.
- Oversee third-party vendor activities related to mobility, relocation, and immigration, ensuring quality, consistency, and effective collaboration.
- Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and contribute to the enhancement of processes, tools, and ways of working.
- Work closely with global mobility and HR teams to help harmonize country policies, relocation practices, and immigration procedures.
- Assess potential compliance risks and support the development of priorities and roadmaps for future improvements and initiatives.
- Collaborate with HR teams to maintain and develop policies related to mobility, immigration, and relocation.
- Bachelor’s degree
- Minimum 4 years of experience in international assignments, relocation, immigration, or similar roles
- Solid knowledge of immigration processes, assignment package elements, assignee transfer processes, cost projections, and policy development
- Strong ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining quality and timely delivery
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with fluency in written and spoken English
- Strong judgment, problem-solving skills, and confidence working within compliance frameworks
- Ability to make sound decisions and resolve issues effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
- Flexibility to work across global time zones when needed
- High attention to detail and a proactive, service-minded approach
At Wärtsilä, our employee value proposition is Fuel your power. We are committed to creating opportunities for professional growth in an inclusive culture designed to help our people succeed, while enabling meaningful impact through the decarbonisation transformation of the marine and energy industries.
Last application date: 14/05/2026
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.
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 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.