RODI & WWTP Engineer

WD; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

WD in Penang, Malaysia, is seeking a skilled manager for their RODI Water and Wastewater Treatment systems. The successful candidate will lead a technical team, oversee system operations, ensure compliance with local regulations, and drive improvements for reliability and cost efficiency.

The ideal applicant will have a degree in Chemistry or related fields, alongside at least 5 years of experience. Skills in CAD software and knowledge of RODI processes are essential for this role. Join us at WD and help shape the future of data.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in relevant field.
• Having CePlETSO PCP, CePSWaM will be an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of technicians for Water Treatment system.
• Maintain and operate RODI and Water Treatment systems.
• Conduct system improvements for reliability and cost optimization.
• Perform facility inspections and compliance with regulations.
• Support after-hours RODI and Water Treatment activities.

Skills

RODI System Design & Operation

Process Engineering

Technical Troubleshooting

Software Proficiency

Automation & Controls

Regulatory Compliance

Education

Degree in Chemistry, Mechanical, Science Engineering or equivalent

Tools

CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks)

Job description

Company Overview

WD is building the infrastructure behind the AI-driven data economy. As AI scales, so does data. Every interaction, model, and system generates data that must be stored, managed, and made accessible over time. We combine deep engineering expertise with global-scale manufacturing to deliver storage systems that power hyperscale data centers, cloud platforms, and enterprise infrastructure worldwide. This work is real systems at real scale, solving some of the hardest challenges in technology today. We’re looking for people who want to build, solve, and operate at that level. Join us and let’s shape the future of data.

Job Description

• Lead and manage a team of technicians and take ownership of the overall operational health and integrity of the RODI Water and Wastewater Treatment system (herein called Water Treatment).
• Maintain, operate all RODI and Water Treatment systems, associated equipment, electrical/control equipment, plumbing systems, building related system and equipment repairs.
• Manage RODI and Water Treatment capacity and design changes according to the requirements from manufacturing/customers.
• Conduct and execute RODI and Water Treatment system improvements on reliability hardening, safety performance, as well as cost optimization and reduction.
• Perform facility inspections and report on conditions affecting operations.
• Derive plan and monitor RODI and Water Treatment predictive and preventive maintenance program; supervise outsource service contracts.
• Maintain compliance to local city and state government requirements and overall country legal legislation, ordinances and codes of practice.
• Liaise with relevant local government agencies and contractors.
• Respond to emergencies.
• Comply with all safety procedures, practices and requirements.
• Support any after-hours RODI and Water Treatment needs and activities as required.

Regular Responsibilities

• Establish the standard operating procedure, system monitoring and repair maintenance of responsible sections.
• Review and analyze the operating data to optimize the RODI and Water Treatment operating system; support production / manufacturing needs and request.
• Team up with all the facilities peers and contractors in troubleshooting the RODI and Water Treatment system; identify and drive the cost saving and improvement program.
• Supervise contractor engineer and technician, routine job to ensure the RODI and Water Treatment system supporting production comply to specification and government regulation.
• Implement online SPC monitoring for critical facility parameters like TOC, Silica, Resistivity, LPC and Bacteria.
• Manage and maintain RODI/WWTP SCADA Monitoring System.
• Plan, organize, execute and control for the specific project.
• Ensure compliance to BCMS, IMS requirement, Contamination Control, 5S and Safety.
• Liaise with contractor and consultant on the facilities related matter.

Irregular Responsibilities

• Coordinate the major plan shutdown maintenance.
• Carry out special task as assigned by supervisor.
• Support the activities to the company needs.

Qualifications

Required:

• Degree in Chemistry, Mechanical, Science Engineering or equivalent.
• Having CePlETSO PCP, CePSWaM will be an added advantage.
• At least 5 years of experience in relevant field.

Skills:

• RODI System Design & Operation: Deep understanding of water treatment processes, including Reverse Osmosis (RO), Ion Exchange (IX/DI), ultrafiltration, membrane cleaning, and chemical dosing systems.
• Process Engineering: Proficiency in creating and interpreting Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs) and Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).
• Technical Troubleshooting: Ability to diagnose and repair system failures, pressure drops, or water quality degradation (e.g., in-line monitoring of TOC, resistivity, etc).
• Software Proficiency: Skilled in CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks) for system layout, along with Microsoft Office.
• Automation & Controls: Familiarity with PLCs, SCADA, and control system interfaces for monitoring, data logging, and automated operation.
• Regulatory Compliance: Knowledge of safety, health, and environmental regulations relating to water treatment.

Additional Information

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