Senior Water Treatment Engineer - Global Projects

Exxon Mobil; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

ExxonMobil is seeking a Water Engineer - Advanced in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, to join our global Environment team. You will apply engineering expertise in raw water and wastewater treatment across multiple sites, collaborating with site teams and global technical experts to improve performance, reliability, and cost competitiveness.

The role requires a B.S. in a relevant field and 5–10+ years of experience, with strong English communication and the ability to travel as needed.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or equivalent.
• 5–10+ years of experience in designing, developing, or operating raw water and industrial wastewater treatment solutions; oil & gas experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of water chemistry and wastewater treatment fundamentals.
• Experience in operation, design, troubleshooting, or start-up of treatment systems.
• Hands-on experience with plant operators and site teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to evaluate root causes and implement data-driven improvements.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken).
• Ability to work with multi-cultural global teams and flexible schedules (early mornings/evenings).
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for asset monitoring and performance analysis across ExxonMobil's global facilities, focusing on water and wastewater systems.
• Collaborate with site teams to troubleshoot and identify opportunities to improve performance and cost efficiency.
• Lead or support capital projects from concept to design, startup of water and wastewater solutions.
• Work with global technical experts to research and deploy innovative water treatment solutions.
• Occasional visits to operating sites and international travel as required.

Skills

Fluency in English

Strong analytical skills

Teamwork

Flexible schedule

Water chemistry knowledge

Education

Bachelor's in Environmental/Civil/Chemical Engineering

Job description

ExxonMobil is seeking a Water Engineer - Advanced in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, to join our global Environment team. You will apply engineering expertise in raw water and wastewater treatment across multiple sites, collaborating with site teams and global technical experts to improve performance, reliability, and cost competitiveness.

The role requires a B.S. in a relevant field and 5–10+ years of experience, with strong English communication and the ability to travel as needed.