Boiler/Steam Engineer

Evyap; Pasir Gudang; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Evyap in Malaysia seeks a Mechanical/Chemical/Energy Engineer to oversee boiler and steam systems in our oleochemical operations. You will ensure safe, reliable operation, monitor parameters, lead maintenance, and drive energy efficiency while complying with DOSH/JKKP requirements.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years in boilers/steam utilities in process industries, strong cross-functional collaboration with Production and Maintenance, and relevant degrees.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering field.
• 3–5 years of experience in boiler, steam, utilities or process engineering.
• Strong knowledge of industrial boilers and steam systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage and ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of boiler and steam generation systems.
• Ensure continuous steam supply to critical processes such as fat splitting, hydrolysis, distillation, glycerine processing, hydrogenation, deodorization, evaporation and other utility consumers.
• Monitor and optimize boiler operating parameters including steam pressure, temperature, water level, combustion performance, fuel consumption and steam capacity.
• Plan and execute preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance for boilers, burners, steam headers, valves, pumps, and related equipment.
• Troubleshoot boiler and steam-system problems and lead root cause analysis to prevent failures and production interruptions.
• Monitor and optimize boiler efficiency, fuel-to-steam ratio, oxygen levels, blowdown and energy consumption.
• Develop initiatives to reduce utility costs through steam optimization and condensate recovery.
• Maintain steam distribution network and associated equipment.
• Coordinate boiler shutdowns, inspections, and major maintenance activities.
• Ensure compliance with DOSH/JKKP and company standards.
• Prepare operating procedures and performance reports.
• Participate in CAPEX and plant improvement projects related to boilers and steam systems.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Energy Engineering

Job description

Discover Your Potential, Let Evyap Grow With You, Let You Grow With Evyap!

With more than 3,000 employees and export business to more than 100 countries, EVYAP’s success story started in a small atelier in Erzurum in 1927. Our trusted brands, including Duru, Arko Nem, Arko Men, Emotion, Blade, Activex, Evy Baby and Fax are loved worldwide. With facilities in Turkey, Egypt, and the world's largest oleo chemicals plant in Malaysia, we remain committed to innovation, sustainability, and creating value, all within a collaborative environment where our employees thrive. We believe in becoming stronger together with you. Every new beginning is an exciting journey filled with fresh ideas and opportunities.

At Evyap, we share and respect, we are productive, responsible, and continuously improve ourselves. Here, you’ll find a world where you can grow, leave your mark through diverse projects, and thrive both personally and professionally. Together, we’ll grow and achieve greater success. Are you ready to embark on this journey with us?

Job Description

• Manage and ensure the safe, reliable and efficient operation of boiler and steam generation systems supporting oleochemical production processes.
• Ensure continuous and stable steam supply to critical processes including fat splitting/hydrolysis, fatty acid distillation, glycerine processing, hydrogenation, deodorization, evaporation and other utility consumers.
• Monitor and optimize boiler operating parameters including steam pressure, temperature, water level, combustion performance, fuel consumption and steam generation capacity.
• Ensure adequate steam availability and pressure stability to support production requirements, particularly for high-pressure steam and process heating applications.
• Plan and execute preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance for boilers, burners, steam headers, valves, pumps, feedwater systems, deaerators, condensate systems and associated equipment.
• Troubleshoot boiler and steam-system problems and lead root cause analysis (RCA) to prevent recurring failures and production interruptions.
• Monitor and optimize boiler efficiency, fuel-to-steam ratio, excess oxygen, blowdown rate and overall energy consumption.
• Develop initiatives to reduce utility costs through steam optimization, condensate recovery, heat recovery, boiler efficiency improvement and reduction of steam losses.
• Monitor and maintain the steam distribution network, including steam traps, PRVs, control valves, steam headers, condensate return lines and pressure-reducing stations.
• Support production during plant start-up, shutdown and process upsets, ensuring steam systems are operated safely and restored promptly.
• Coordinate boiler shutdowns, statutory inspections, internal inspections, tube inspections, cleaning, overhaul and major maintenance activities.
• Ensure boilers, pressure vessels and related equipment comply with DOSH/JKKP statutory requirements, inspection schedules and company standards.
• Prepare and maintain boiler operating procedures, emergency procedures, maintenance standards, inspection records and performance reports.
• Participate in CAPEX and plant improvement projects involving boilers, steam distribution, heat exchangers, condensate recovery, thermal oil systems and other utility systems.
• Provide technical input for the selection, sizing and installation of boilers, steam valves, pumps, heat exchangers, steam traps and utility equipment.
• Monitor and control contractor activities during boiler maintenance, modification, installation and commissioning works.
• Maintain appropriate levels of critical spare parts and ensure timely procurement of boiler and steam-system components.
• Prepare regular reports covering boiler efficiency, steam production, fuel consumption, downtime, maintenance status, water quality and energy performance.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Energy Engineering or related discipline.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in boiler, steam, utilities or process engineering, preferably within the oleochemical, palm oil, edible oil, chemical, refinery or related process industries.
• Strong practical knowledge of industrial boilers, steam distribution, condensate recovery, feedwater systems, burners and combustion systems.
• Understanding of oleochemical manufacturing processes and their steam/utility requirements will be an advantage.
• Knowledge of high-pressure steam systems, steam traps, PRVs, control valves, heat exchangers and condensate systems.
• Good understanding of boiler water treatment and boiler chemistry.
• Familiarity with DOSH/JKKP requirements and statutory inspection of boilers and pressure vessels in Malaysia..
• Good communication and cross-functional coordination skills with Production, Maintenance, Engineering and EHS teams.