CTO / Chief Technical Officer – Waste-to-Energy

IOG SALES & MARKETING (M) SDN. BHD.; Subang Jaya; On-site; MYR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Malaysia is seeking a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to lead a pioneering Waste-to-Energy (WtE) project. This role will involve overseeing technical execution, technology selection, and stakeholder engagement, contributing to sustainable energy solutions. Candidates should possess strong expertise in energy infrastructure and project leadership, with a commitment to environmental stewardship.

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience in energy infrastructure, with a minimum of 5 years in WtE.
• Proven track record in delivering WtE or industrial plant projects.
• Ability to translate technical complexities for various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Drive end-to-end execution of the WtE plant project.
• Evaluate and select optimal WtE conversion technologies.
• Oversee plant commissioning and training.

Skills

Project Leadership

Technology Selection

Engineering Oversight

Stakeholder Management

Regulatory Compliance

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Process, or Energy Engineering

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Job description

CTO / Chief Technical Officer – Waste-to-Energy

We are seeking a visionary and technically strong Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to spearhead a full-cycle Waste-to-Energy (WtE) project in Malaysia—from feasibility, technology selection, design, and plant construction through to operations. You will lead engineering, innovation, and strategic partnerships to deliver a scalable, bankable, and sustainable WtE facility using best-in-class technology.

This is a founding leadership role reporting directly to the CEO, with technical authority over the project.

Key Responsibilities

Project Leadership: Drive end-to-end technical execution of a WtE plant—from concept design, permitting, and procurement to construction, commissioning, and operations. Providing technical leadership and strategic direction for the company's waste-to-energy initiatives

Technology Selection: Evaluate and select optimal WtE conversion technologies (e.g., anaerobic digestion, pyrolysis, gasification, RDF, biomass incineration) suitable for local feedstock and regulatory conditions. Overseeing the design, development and implementation of cutting-edge waste-to-energy technologies

Engineering Oversight: Build, mentor, develop and lead multidisciplinary engineering teams (mechanical, electrical, civil, process), EPC contractors, and external consultants.

Budget & Timeline Control: Collaborate with COO and CFO to ensure the project is delivered on time, on spec, and on budget.

Regulatory Compliance: Ensure full compliance with Malaysian environmental and energy regulations (e.g., DOE, SEDA, MESTECC).

Innovation & IP: Identify opportunities for technology IP, modular system design, and future scale-up.

Stakeholder Management: Represent the technical vision to investors, government agencies, partners, and community stakeholders.

Operations Readiness: Oversee plant commissioning, SOP development, and training of operations & maintenance (O&M) teams.

Requirements

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Process, or Energy Engineering (PhD is a plus).

10+ years of experience in energy infrastructure projects; (minimum 5 years in waste-to-energy, bioenergy, or thermal conversion systems is a plus)

Proven track record delivering one or more WtE or industrial plant projects (preferably in Southeast Asia).

Technical Skills

Deep knowledge of WtE systems: incinerator, combustion, anaerobic digestion, RDF, pyrolysis, syngas, etc.

Strong understanding of plant design, thermodynamics, flue gas treatment, emissions control, and utility interconnection.

Experience managing EPC contracts and international technology suppliers.

Ability to translate technical complexities into actionable plans and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Passion for sustainable energy solutions and a commitment to environmental stewardship

Leadership & Communication

Strategic thinker with the ability to lead large cross-functional technical teams.

Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Ability to interface effectively with government, investors, and engineering partners.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Malaysian environmental permitting (e.g., EIA/DOE).

Familiarity with carbon credits, CDM/VERRA, or ESG-linked project finance.

Experience with modular, off-grid, or decentralized energy systems.

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Registration No. 202401013520 (1559370-X)

Your application will include the following questions:

What's your expected monthly basic salary? Which of the following types of qualifications do you have? How many years' experience do you have as a Wireman? How many years of project management experience do you have? Do you possess or have access to your own transportation? Are you willing to undergo a pre-employment background check? How much notice are you required to give your current employer? How many years' experience do you have as a Machinery Engineer?

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