Project Engineer

Energy, Ports & Projects - Blue Water Shipping; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 78,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

20 days annual leave

Medical Insurance coverage

Job summary

Blue Water Shipping in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, is seeking a Project Engineer/Project Transport Engineer to support complex project logistics, heavy transport, marine operations and offshore projects across the region and globally.

You will develop technical solutions, perform route surveys, prepare lifting plans and technical documentation, and collaborate with international teams to ensure successful project delivery. English communications required; travel may be involved.

Qualifications

• Degree in naval architecture or marine engineering or related field.
• Experience in shipbuilding, heavy lift, project logistics or transport engineering.
• Familiarity with cargo securing and lifting operations and structural analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop technically sound solutions for logistics projects and bids.
• Analyze project requirements to determine optimal execution strategies.
• Develop and maintain technical standards to mitigate risk and improve operations.
• Perform transport calculations including cargo securing, deck strength, rigging and mooring analysis.
• Design lifting plans and installation drawings in 2D/3D.
• Prepare transport drawings and plans (land, stowage, seafastening, swept path).
• Conduct route surveys and cargo inspections for feasibility and requirements.
• Prepare method statements, loading/discharge reports, route surveys and towing manuals.
• Design detailed engineering drawings for grillage and lifting devices.
• Provide technical support during execution via remote assistance and onsite supervision.
• Participate in technical clarification meetings with clients and stakeholders remotely or onsite.
• Collaborate with operations and engineering teams across regions for delivery.
• Represent the technical engineering department and liaise with stakeholders on technical matters.
• Support continuous improvement to engineering processes, safety and efficiency.

Skills

Naval Architecture

Marine Engineering

Cargo securing

Lifting operations

Structural analysis

Engineering software

Autocad

3D modelling

Education

Diploma/Bachelor in Naval Architecture or Marine Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

3D modelling tools

Job description

Job Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and technically strong Project Engineer/Project Transport Engineer to join our Technical Engineering department. This role is based in Johor Bahru, Malaysia and will support our global operation in complex project logistics, heavy transport, marine operations and offshore related projects across the region and globally.

Your Role

• Develop technically sound and customer-oriented solutions for logistics projects and bids.
• Understand and analyse logistics project requirements to determine optimal execution strategies.
• Develop, maintain, and implement technical standards to mitigate risk exposure and improve operational excellence.
• Perform transport-related calculations, including cargo securing calculations, deck strength checks, rigging calculations and mooring analysis.
• Design lifting plans and other installation drawings in 2D/3D.
• Prepare transportation drawings and plans, including land transport plans, stowage plans, seafastening plans, swept path analysis, and related layouts.
• Conduct route surveys and cargo inspections to verify project feasibility and operational requirements.
• Prepare technical documentation such as method statements, loading/discharge reports, route survey reports, towing manuals and cargo inspection reports.
• Design and prepare detailed engineering drawings for grillage and lifting devices.
• Provide technical support during project execution through remote assistance and onsite supervision, including pre-shipment inspections and operational monitoring where required.
• Participate in technical clarification meetings with clients and project stakeholders remotely and at client premises when required.
• Collaborate with operations and engineering teams across multiple regions to ensure successful project delivery.
• Represent the technical engineering department during operations and liaise with MWS and relevant stakeholders on technical matters.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to enhance engineering processes, safety standards and operational efficiency.

Your Background

• Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, or any related field.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in shipyard engineering, heavy lift, project logistics, transport engineering, or a similar technical environment.
• Strong understanding of engineering principles, including cargo securing, lifting operations, and structural analysis.
• Experience in performing technical calculations and preparing lifting plans, transport drawings, and technical documentation.
• Proficiency in engineering software (e.g. AutoCAD; 3D modelling tools is an advantage).
• Knowledge of relevant industry standards and guidelines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with good attention to detail.
• Good communication skills in English, both written and spoken.
• Able to work independently and effectively collaborating with international teams.
• Willing to travel for site surveys, inspections, client meetings and project execution when required.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation, AWS
• Start from 20 days of Annual Leave
• Medical Insurance coverage, Flexi Benefit for Health & Well-Being, Corporate Classpass Plan

About Blue Water Shipping

Blue Water is a global provider of all logistics services in modern supply chain management. The company was founded in 1972 in Denmark, and today, Blue Water has over 2,700 employees at 80 offices worldwide. Every Blue Water office combines a strong global network with local expertise, and the company operates in various dedicated business segments.