Plant Start-Up Engineer (Mechanical & Electrical) – Mandarin

Jobstreet Malaysia; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 67,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

Jora Malaysia is seeking a Process Engineer (Mechanical/Electrical) with Mandarin proficiency to support the design, installation, commissioning and optimization of a new plant. You will work with internal teams, contractors, equipment suppliers and technical experts to ensure readiness.

Responsibilities include planning, installation and commissioning, reviewing drawings and P&IDs, monitoring progress, testing and start‑up, and procedure development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, chemical, process engineering or equivalent.
• 2–8 years of engineering experience in manufacturing, chemical, refinery, waste management, oil & gas, or industrial processing plants.
• Experience in plant setup, commissioning, project engineering or process improvement is highly preferred.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, P&IDs, and technical specifications.
• Knowledge of industrial utilities, process equipment, pumps, motors, piping systems, and control systems.
• Mandarin proficiency is required to communicate with China-based teams and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Support the design, installation, commissioning, and optimization of a new plant.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders, contractors, equipment suppliers, and technical experts.
• Review engineering drawings, P&IDs, process flow diagrams, layouts and technical specs.
• Monitor project progress and ensure work meets schedule, quality and safety.
• Assist in equipment testing, troubleshooting, performance validation and start-up.
• Develop and optimize plant operating procedures and process documentation.
• Identify process improvement opportunities to enhance efficiency and cost effectiveness.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations, DOE requirements and HSE standards.
• Work with Operations and Maintenance for a smooth handover after commissioning.
• Prepare project reports, technical documentation, and engineering recommendations.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Process Engineering

Mandarin proficiency

Job description

Jora Malaysia is seeking a Process Engineer (Mechanical/Electrical) with Mandarin proficiency to support the design, installation, commissioning and optimization of a new plant. You will work with internal teams, contractors, equipment suppliers and technical experts to ensure readiness.

Responsibilities include planning, installation and commissioning, reviewing drawings and P&IDs, monitoring progress, testing and start‑up, and procedure development.