Project Engineer

Global Water Consultants; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm specialized in water management is looking for a Project Engineer to assist in managing technical projects from initiation to completion. The ideal candidate must be fluent in Chinese (Mandarin) for client communications and proficient in English for technical reporting. Responsibilities include preparing technical proposals, supporting project management activities, and conducting technical studies. This is an exciting opportunity in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia for talented engineers to contribute to innovative projects.

Qualifications

• Fluency in spoken and written Chinese (Mandarin) is required for client liaison.
• Proficiency in English is necessary for technical reporting.
• Experience in groundwater modeling, CFD simulations, and hydraulic/hydrological modeling is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing technical proposals, tenders, and presentations.
• Support project planning, coordination, and monitoring to ensure timely delivery.
• Conduct technical studies, data analysis, and prepare reports.

Skills

Fluency in spoken and written Chinese (Mandarin)

Proficiency in English

Technical proposal preparation

Client communication

Project management support

Data analysis and modeling

Tools

Groundwater modeling

CFD simulations

Hydraulic / hydrological modeling

Job description

Project Engineer

The Project Engineer will assist the Project Manager in managing technical projects from initiation to completion, while also supporting proposal preparation, client engagement, and business development initiatives.

Responsibilities

Business Development Support

• Assist in preparing technical proposals, tenders, and presentations
• Conduct background research on potential clients, projects, and market opportunities
• Support client communications, meetings, and follow-ups
• Assist in maintaining project and client databases

Project Management Support

• Assist in planning, coordinating, and monitoring engineering projects to ensure timely and quality delivery
• Prepare project documentation including schedules, progress reports, meeting minutes, and technical submissions
• Coordinate with internal teams, clients, consultants, and contractors
• Support project cost tracking, resource planning, and risk identification
• Ensure project activities comply with relevant standards, guidelines, and company QMS procedures

Technical & Engineering Support

• Conduct and support in technical studies, data analysis, modeling, and report preparation, preferably experiences in groundwater modelling, CFD simulations, and hydraulic / hydrological modelling (e.g. flood modelling, river flow, drainage systems).
• Assist in model setup, calibration, validation, and result interpretation
• Perform data analysis, post-processing, and visualization of modelling results
• Support preparation of technical reports, figures, and presentations
• Participate in site visits, field data collection, and technical discussions with clients

Language & Eligibility Requirements

Fluency in spoken and written Chinese (Mandarin) is required, as the role involves frequent liaison with clients and engineers from China

Proficiency in English for technical reporting and professional communication

Engineers from China are encouraged to apply