Process Engineer

Pentas Flora Management Services Sdn Bhd; Kuching; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

PENTAS FLORA is seeking a Process Engineer to support the scheduled waste plant. You will oversee process improvement, monitor performance, and assist in installation, commissioning, and start-up activities at Demak Laut, Sarawak.

A Diploma/Bachelor in Engineering and a DOE certificate are required, with 2–3 years of related experience and Mandarin proficiency for coordinating with China-based teams. You will analyze workflows, develop SOPs, ensure HSE/DOE compliance, and collaborate with

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical, Environmental, Process, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• Holds a DOE competent person certificate (e.g. BP or PCP) or is willing and able to obtain one.
• 2 to 3 years of engineering experience in manufacturing, chemical, refinery, waste management, oil & gas, or industrial processing plants.
• Exposure to plant setup, commissioning, project engineering, maintenance, or process improvement is an added advantage.
• Able to read and understand basic engineering drawings, P&IDs, and technical specifications.
• Basic knowledge of industrial utilities, process equipment, pumps, motors, piping systems, and control systems.
• Good analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills with willingness to learn in a plant environment.
• Experience with data analysis tools or software (e.g. Excel, Minitab).
• Good interpersonal skills, and able to work closely with Operations, Engineering, contractors, suppliers, and other relevant departments.
• Mandarin proficiency is required for communication with China-based technical teams, suppliers, and contractors.
• Willing to travel and work at project sites, including Demak Laut, Sarawak.

Responsibilities

• Monitor performance
• Analyze current workflow and procedures
• Implement new or better plant operating processes
• Study production rate and cycle time, and reduce process downtime
• Troubleshoot issues
• Perform root-cause analysis on failures
• Resolve mechanical, electrical, or software problems in the plant
• Prepare standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Ensure all work follows HSE and environmental (DOE) requirements
• Maintain effluent monitoring and DOE reporting where applicable
• Maintain cooperation with other departments
• Work closely with the production team, contractors, and suppliers
• Plan processes according to demand and supply
• Schedule maintenance and cleaning of plant machinery
• Support installation, commissioning, and start-up activities
• Review drawings, P&IDs, and specifications

Skills

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

P&ID literacy

Process equipment knowledge

Willingness to learn

Mandarin proficiency

Reading drawings

Education

Engineering degree (Diploma/Bachelor)

DOE Competent Person certificate

Tools

Excel

Minitab

Job description

Process Engineer (Scheduled Waste Plant)

Requirements

Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical, Environmental, Process, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

Holds a DOE competent person certificate (e.g. BP or PCP) or is willing and able to obtain one.

2 to 3 years of engineering experience in manufacturing, chemical, refinery, waste management, oil & gas, or industrial processing plants are encouraged to apply.

Exposure to plant setup, commissioning, project engineering, maintenance, or process improvement will be an added advantage.

Able to read and understand basic engineering drawings, P&IDs, and technical specifications.

Basic knowledge of industrial utilities, process equipment, pumps, motors, piping systems, and control systems.

Good analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills with willingness to learn in a plant environment.

Experience with data analysis tools or software (e.g. Excel, Minitab).

Good interpersonal skills, and able to work closely with Operations, Engineering, contractors, suppliers, and other relevant departments.

Mandarin proficiency is required for communication with China-based technical teams, suppliers, and contractors.

Willing to travel and work at project sites, including Demak Laut, Sarawak.

Key Responsibilities

Monitor performance

Analyze current workflow and procedures

Implement new or better plant operating processes

Study production rate and cycle time, and reduce process downtime

Troubleshoot issues

Perform root-cause analysis on failures

Resolve mechanical, electrical, or software problems in the plant

Ensure compliance

Prepare standard operating procedures (SOPs)

Ensure all work follows HSE and environmental (DOE) requirements

Maintain effluent monitoring and DOE reporting where applicable

Maintain cooperation with other departments

Work closely with the production team, contractors, and suppliers

Plan and schedule

Plan processes according to demand and supply

Schedule maintenance and cleaning of plant machinery

Plant setup support (added since the plant is being set up)

Support installation, commissioning, and start-up activities

Review drawings, P&IDs, and specifications

PENTAS FLORA is a leading scheduled waste management company committed to sustainable resource recovery. We specialise in transforming hazardous waste streams into valuable resources, producing high-quality re-refined base oil, fuel oil, and a range of other reusable materials. Dedicated to environmental stewardship, we leverage innovation and cutting-edge technology to minimise environmental impact and maximise resource value. Our 'cradle to cradle' philosophy underpins our commitment to responsible waste management practices, driving a cleaner, greener future. Partner with us to contribute to a more sustainable world.

PENTAS FLORA is a leading scheduled waste management company committed to sustainable resource recovery. We specialise in transforming hazardous waste streams into valuable resources, producing high-quality re-refined base oil, fuel oil, and a range of other reusable materials. Dedicated to environmental stewardship, we leverage innovation and cutting-edge technology to minimise environmental impact and maximise resource value. Our 'cradle to cradle' philosophy underpins our commitment to responsible waste management practices, driving a cleaner, greener future. Partner with us to contribute to a more sustainable world.