Process Engineer (Wastewater and Water treatment)

Koastal Eco Technologies (M) Sdn Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Process Engineer for wastewater and water treatment projects. The role involves project planning, technical oversight, and budget management. Candidates should have a strong engineering background, experience with wastewater treatment, and proficiency in design software like Autocad and Revit. This position offers career development opportunities in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience in wastewater and water treatment design.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review project plans and specifications.
• Provide technical guidance to construction teams.
• Assist in budget preparation and cost management.
• Prepare reports on project progress for stakeholders.

Skills

Project planning

Design software literacy

Technical oversight

Budget management

Education

Degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Autocad

Revit

Solidworks

Job description

Process Engineer (Wastewater and Water treatment)

Process Engineer (Wastewater and water treatment plant)

1. Project Planning and Design

• Develop and review project plans, designs, and specifications for mechanical, piping, civil and structural projects (e.g., WWTP & WTP).
• Prepare detailed process engineering deliverables (e.g. design basis, process design calculation, mass balance calculation, PFD & PID, equipment & instrument list, control philosophy, o&m manual, etc).
• Collaborate with architects and structural engineers to ensure design feasibility.
• Develop PID, mechanical and civil layout drawings and any other materials relevant to proposal submission.
• Be able to use design software (e.g. Autocad, Revit, Solidwork, etc).
• Be able to design WWTP or WTP process with suitable technologies based on customer needs.
• Review and provide technical specifications of equipment and instruments from/to vendor.

2. Technical Oversight

• Provide technical guidance and support to the construction team, addressing engineering challenges as they arise.
• Participate and present in customer meetings and design reviews if required.
• Collaborate proactively with the project team to optimize process design and support successful project execution.

3. Budget and Cost Management

• Assist in the preparation of project budgets and manage expenditures to stay within financial constraints.
• Monitor project costs and implement cost‑control measures throughout the project lifecycle and submittal to business development for pricing.
• Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize impact on project timelines and deliverables.
• Participate in vendor evaluation and risk assessment processes.

5. Reporting and Documentation

• Prepare detailed reports on project progress, challenges, and milestones for stakeholders.
• Be able to review and prepare necessary documents for DOE submission (WN, As‑built, etc).
• Maintain accurate project documentation, including drawings, specifications, and correspondence.