Waste-to-Energy Expert

Nippon Koei Energy Asia; Jakarta Pusat; On-site; IDR 600,000,000 - 900,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Nippon Koei Energy Asia is seeking a Waste-to-Energy Expert to support Indonesia’s renewable energy consulting expansion. You will contribute to MSW, RDF/SRF, biomass, and energy recovery projects from feasibility through detailed design and execution, collaborating with clients, EPCs, and authorities.

The ideal candidate holds a senior level in mechanical/energy engineering with 10+ years in waste-to-energy, thermal power, and related fields, and fluent English.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Energy Engineering, Thermal Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of professional experience in WtE, thermal power, biomass, or related industries.
• Strong knowledge of WtE technologies including grate-fired incineration, fluidized bed combustion, RDF/SRF utilization, biomass combustion, gasification, or pyrolysis.

Responsibilities

• Analyze waste sampling results and conduct technical studies to identify suitable waste treatment and energy recovery solutions.
• Develop recommendations for waste treatment processes, technology selection, and required machinery based on waste characteristics and client requirements.
• Develop engineering designs including design basis, battery limits, technical specifications, calculations, equipment selection, and engineering deliverables for waste-to-energy facilities.
• Prepare estimations for engineering disciplines, equipment packages, project budgets, and overall project development requirements.
• Provide technical recommendations, risk assessments, feasibility evaluations, and advisory services to clients and project stakeholders.
• Support proposal preparation activities including scope definition, technical approach, engineering man-hour estimates, project schedules, and commercial inputs.
• Develop and conduct internal technical training programs to strengthen company capabilities in waste-to-energy technologies and systems.
• Prepare project execution plans, schedules, progress reports, technical documentation, and risk registers.
• Supervise project implementation and engineering activities to ensure alignment with project objectives, schedules, quality standards, and contractual requirements.

Skills

Waste management

Feasibility studies

Technical advisory

Project coordination

Team leadership

Report writing

Client communication

English language

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical/Energy Engineering

Job description

Waste-to-Energy Expert

Work Environment

We are looking for a Waste-to-Energy Expert to support the expansion of our renewable energy consulting activities in Indonesia. You will provide technical expertise in waste management, waste treatment technologies, and waste-to-energy project development throughout the project lifecycle, from feasibility studies and concept development to engineering design, procurement support, and project implementation. The role involves close collaboration with clients, project developers, technology providers, EPC contractors, government authorities, and multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver technical studies, engineering services, and project advisory assignments. You will contribute to municipal solid waste (MSW), RDF/SRF, industrial waste, biomass, and waste-to-energy power generation projects while supporting the company's strategic growth in the circular economy and sustainable energy sectors.

You will evolve in an international environment and work in close coordination with other teams throughout the company to deliver projects at the highest quality standards.

Missions

• Analyze waste sampling results and conduct technical studies to identify suitable waste treatment and energy recovery solutions.
• Develop recommendations for waste treatment processes, technology selection, and required machinery based on waste characteristics and client requirements.
• Develop engineering designs including design basis, battery limits, technical specifications, calculations, equipment selection, and engineering deliverables for waste-to-energy facilities.
• Prepare estimations for engineering disciplines, equipment packages, project budgets, and overall project development requirements.
• Provide technical recommendations, risk assessments, feasibility evaluations, and advisory services to clients and project stakeholders.
• Support proposal preparation activities including scope definition, technical approach, engineering man-hour estimates, project schedules, and commercial inputs.
• Develop and conduct internal technical training programs to strengthen company capabilities in waste-to-energy technologies and systems.
• Prepare project execution plans, schedules, progress reports, technical documentation, and risk registers.
• Supervise project implementation and engineering activities to ensure alignment with project objectives, schedules, quality standards, and contractual requirements.

Profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Energy Engineering, Thermal Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of professional experience in waste-to-energy, thermal power generation, biomass power plants, waste treatment facilities, environmental infrastructure, or related industries.
• Proven experience in feasibility studies, engineering consulting, project development, owner's engineering, or technical advisory services.
• Strong knowledge of waste-to-energy technologies including grate-fired incineration, fluidized bed combustion, RDF/SRF utilization, biomass combustion, gasification, or pyrolysis.
• Strong understanding of fuel handling systems, waste receiving systems, boilers, combustion systems, steam cycle systems, flue gas treatment systems, ash handling systems, and balance-of-plant equipment.
• Experience in engineering design review, technical due diligence, technology assessment, and project development.
• Familiarity with international standards and environmental regulations applicable to waste-to-energy facilities.
• Experience interfacing with clients, government authorities, EPC contractors, equipment suppliers, and technology licensors.
• Ability to lead technical discussions and coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Strong report writing, presentation, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
• Willingness to travel for technical assessments, site visits, client meetings, and project assignments.
• Professional Engineer (PE) registration or equivalent certification is an advantage.