Mechanical Manager

VOITH HYDRO GMBH & CO KG; Selangor; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in hydropower solutions is seeking a Mechanical Manager in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia. The role involves technical planning, coordination, and execution of hydraulic turbine and generator refurbishment projects. Responsibilities include leading a mechanical team, ensuring compliance with quality standards, and delivering projects on time and within budget. The ideal candidate should possess a degree in engineering, extensive experience in hydropower, and strong leadership skills. Willingness to travel internationally is essential for site work during project execution.

Qualifications

• Several years of experience in hydropower industries.
• In-depth knowledge of turbine and generator component refurbishment.
• Expertise in welding technology and material science.

Responsibilities

• Lead all mechanical refurbishment activities related to hydropower equipment.
• Prepare and review technical specifications and quality control plans.
• Monitor project cost and ensure quality standards are met.

Skills

Experience in hydropower industries

Knowledge of turbine and generator refurbishment

Expertise in welding technology

Ability to read technical drawings and 3D models

Project management skills

Communication and leadership skills

Willingness to travel internationally

Education

University degree in engineering or similar

Tools

MS Office

SAP

Job description

The Voith Group is a global technology group. With its broad portfolio of systems, products, services, and digital applications, Voith sets standards in the energy, paper, raw materials, and transportation & automotive markets. Founded in 1867, Voith today has around 21,000 employees, €4.9 billion in sales and locations in over 60 countries around the world, Voith is one of Europe’s largest family‑owned companies.

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Job summary

The Mechanical Manager reports to the local project director in Malaysia branch office. Responsibilities include the technical planning, coordination and execution of hydraulic turbine and generator refurbishment projects. Main activities include leadership of mechanical team, ensure compliance with quality and safety standards, and guarantee that all project activities are delivered on time, within budget, and to the applicable technical standards.

This position will be located in Petaling Jaya. Once site operations and subcontractor activities begin, the role might be required to be present at project site in Gerik.

Reports to

Local Project Director

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise all mechanical refurbishment activities related to hydropower equipment.
• Plan, coordinate and monitor works on the turbine and generator components and assemblies, including blasting, welding, surface machining, sealing and corrosion protection.
• Coordinate with nondestructive testing activities by Quality engineers.
• Prepare and review technical specifications, work instructions, and quality control plans.
• Coordinate internal and external resources, including engineering, workshop, and field service teams, as well as subcontractors.
• Ensure compliance with HSE standards during all mechanical operations.
• Provide technical expertise for inspections, condition assessments, and root cause analyses.
• Evaluate and optimise repair methods and refurbishment procedures to fulfil requirements regarding reliability, efficiency and cost‑effectiveness.
• Prepare technical documentation and progress reports.
• Collaborate closely with project management, quality assurance and client representatives on site.

Roles in Execution

• Establish close collaboration with the Local Engineering Coordinator and project team.
• Coordinate with external stakeholders, e.g. customers, consultants, consortia members, suppliers.
• Handle conflicts and challenges between stakeholders effectively.

Monitoring and Control

• Track project progress against the plan.
• Identify potential risks and take timely action to mitigate them.
• Monitor project cost and man‑hours in terms of the project budget.
• Ensure quality standards are met throughout the project lifecycle.
• Contribute to project reviews and evaluations.
• Contribute regular status reports to the local project director.
• Contribute to lessons learned and best practices for future projects.

Education

• University degree in engineering or similar.

Skills

• Several years of experience in hydropower industries.
• In‑depth knowledge of turbine and generator component refurbishment, especially spiral casings, draft tube guide vanes, bearings, generator rotor.
• Expertise in welding technology, material science and corrosion protection.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and 3D models.
• Project management skills and familiarity with tools such as MS Office, SAP or equivalent.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills; experience managing teams and subcontractors.
• Willingness to travel internationally and work on site at hydropower plants.