Projects & Fabrication Production Engineer – Water Treatment

OVIVO MALAYSIA SDN. BHD.; Seberang Perai; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ovivo Malaysia is seeking a Project Engineer to plan, coordinate, and manage end-to-end execution of industrial water treatment projects, including fabrication, installation, and commissioning. You will develop schedules, allocate resources, monitor progress, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

The role requires 2–5 years of relevant experience in project/production engineering and a Diploma or Degree in an engineering discipline, with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Based in Penang office/workshop; willing to travel extensively or be stationed near Kuala Lumpur as required by business needs.
• Degree or Diploma in Mechanical, Chemical, Environmental, Manufacturing Engineering, or related engineering discipline.
• 2–5 years of relevant experience in project engineering, production engineering, fabrication, construction, commissioning, or industrial water treatment systems.
• Knowledge of fabrication processes, piping systems, welding practices, structural works, skid-mounted systems, and engineering standards.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, fabrication drawings, 3D models, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Strong project coordination, planning, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Familiarity with quality management requirements, inspection processes, and safety regulations.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and perform under pressure to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and manage project execution, fabrication, assembly, installation, testing, commissioning, and service activities for industrial water treatment systems and related equipment.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, production plans, and resource allocation to ensure timely completion of projects and delivery targets.
• Monitor project, fabrication, and construction progress to ensure compliance with schedules and quality requirements.
• Coordinate with design, procurement, production, QA/QC, project teams, suppliers, subcontractors, and customers for smooth execution.
• Supervise fabrication processes including welding, piping, structural fabrication, skid assembly, and equipment integration.
• Review engineering documents and provide technical guidance where necessary.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting during fabrication, installation, and commissioning activities.
• Monitor material requirements, issue procurement requisitions, coordinate with procurement, and minimize wastage.
• Maintain documentation and records including inspection, welding, material traceability, and O&M manuals.
• Work with QA/QC to ensure compliance with quality standards and contractual specifications.
• Promote safety policies and practices across workshops and projects.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements, cost reduction, and productivity gains.
• Assist in planning, technical reviews, cost estimation, constructability reviews, and project handover.
• Support routine service work, maintenance activities, and field operations as required.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Project coordination

Planning

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Engineering interpretation

Education

Engineering degree or diploma (Mechanical/Chemical/Environmental/Manufacturing)

Job description

Ovivo Malaysia is seeking a Project Engineer to plan, coordinate, and manage end-to-end execution of industrial water treatment projects, including fabrication, installation, and commissioning. You will develop schedules, allocate resources, monitor progress, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

The role requires 2–5 years of relevant experience in project/production engineering and a Diploma or Degree in an engineering discipline, with travel as needed.