Senior Project Engineer, QCS

Valmet; Indonesia; On-site; IDR 240,000,000 - 420,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Valmet is seeking a Senior Project Engineer, QCS, in Indonesia to take technical ownership of delivering Quality Control Systems in office and paper mill environments. You will lead project phases from system definition and testing through commissioning and performance validation, coordinating with customers, project teams, and site personnel.

You will bring 2–5 years of relevant engineering experience, knowledge of pulp and paper processes, and hands-on experience with FAT, installation, and

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in relevant engineering field with hands-on project delivery experience.
• Knowledge of quality management and measurement systems in paper manufacturing.
• Experience with installation, commissioning and FAT activities.

Responsibilities

• Plan QCS projects with the Project Manager, including scheduling and risk analysis.
• Define system, coordinate FAT, and manage installation readiness.
• Lead on-site execution and ensure safety compliance.
• Coordinate site personnel and communicate project progress to customers.
• Support commissioning, training, and handover to service.
• Prepare commissioning reports and gather customer feedback for improvement.

Skills

Quality Control Systems

Industrial automation

Project execution

Education

Degree in Instrumentation, Electronics, or Electrical Engineering

Diploma in Paper Technology or experience from a reputed paper mill

Job description

Lead End-to-End QCS Deliveries as a Senior Project Engineer

Are you passionate about high technology and production-specific processes We are looking for a Senior Project Engineer, QCS based in Indonesia. In this role, you will take technical responsibility for delivering Quality Control Systems in both office and paper mill environments. You will lead critical project phases from system definition and testing through commissioning and performance validation. Working closely with customers, project teams, and site personnel, you will help ensure successful project execution while supporting operational excellence in the pulp and paper industry.

Your responsibilities

• Lead the planning of QCS projects with the Project Manager, including scheduling, risk analysis, contingency planning, and installation readiness.
• Participate in project definition activities, including kick-off meetings, responsibility allocation, system definition, customer communication, and milestone management.
• Take ownership of system initialization and configuration activities involving both internal and external resources.
• Organize and lead internal testing activities and customer Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT).
• Lead on-site execution activities and ensure compliance with site safety requirements.
• Coordinate work schedules for site personnel and maintain regular communication with customers regarding project progress and schedules.
• Manage change requests together with the Project Manager to support successful project delivery.
• Ensure successful commissioning of sensors, measurements, and delivered quality control applications while meeting customer expectations and performance guarantees.
• Deliver customer training, manage punch-list completion, and support a smooth transition of systems to service.
• Finalize system documentation, prepare commissioning reports including delivered value and ROI, and collect customer feedback for continuous improvement.

Expectations from you

• Degree in Instrumentation, Electronics, or Electrical Engineering from a reputed university.
• 2-5 years of relevant engineering experience with increasing responsibility in project delivery.
• Strong experience in pulp and paper processes, plant operations, and maintenance.
• Expertise in quality management and measurement systems used in paper and board manufacturing.
• Knowledge of modern plant control systems and control tuning techniques.
• Experience with installation, commissioning, and Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) activities.
• Hands-on experience handling cross-directional and machine-directional control techniques in paper and board machines.
• Experience working with radioactive source handling in industrial environments.
• Proven project engineering or project execution experience, including logic development.
• Diploma in Paper Technology or experience from a reputed paper mill is considered an advantage.

To succeed in this role

Success in this role requires deep technical knowledge of Quality Control Systems, pulp and paper manufacturing processes, and industrial automation technologies. You will need hands-on experience leading project execution activities, managing commissioning and testing programs, and collaborating effectively with customers and multidisciplinary teams. Strong problem-solving skills, the ability to work independently, and a focus on quality, safety, and delivery excellence will be critical.

We Also Expect You To Align With Valmet's Leadership Principles—practical Behaviors That Guide How We Lead, Collaborate, And Succeed Together

• Take accountability – Act with ownership, set clear expectations, and follow through
• Lead with courage – Champion change, try bold ideas, and learn quickly
• Build on trust – Listen to understand, be open, and create psychological safety
• Collaborate for growth – Work across boundaries, value diverse perspectives, and focus on customer value

We offer

You will join a team responsible for delivering Quality Control System projects to customers in the pulp and paper industry. The role provides the opportunity to take technical ownership of project delivery activities, working closely with project managers, customers, and site teams throughout the project lifecycle. You will contribute to project planning, system configuration, testing, commissioning, customer training, and performance validation while working in both office and paper mill environments. The position offers exposure to advanced automation technologies, industrial process control systems, and customer-facing project leadership responsibilities.

Valmet offers an inspiring and challenging opportunity to contribute to the success of a global technology leader. You will work in a collaborative and professional environment that supports continuous learning, development, and growth. We value our employees and provide access to modern tools, learning opportunities, and a rewarding workplace where expertise and innovation are highly valued.

When everything works together

Valmet is where the best talent from a wide variety of backgrounds comes together. We work together with our customers throughout the entire lifecycle, delivering cutting-edge technologies and services as well as mission-critical automation and flow control solutions. Backed by more than 225 years of industrial experience and a global team of over 19,000 professionals close to customers; we are uniquely positioned to transform industries toward a regenerative tomorrow.

At Valmet, diversity of thought drives innovation. We are committed to a respectful and inclusive environment, where people can be themselves and are supported to contribute at their best. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and make hiring decisions based on skills, experience, and potential, never on personal characteristics such as gender, gender identity, age, ethnicity, nationality, disability, neurodiversity, religion, sexual orientation, or political views.

Join the team – and lead the way with us!

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