Process & Mechanical Engineer l Hybrid

MVP Asia Pacific Inc.; Mabalacat; On-site; PHP 3,785,000 - 7,571,000; Full time

Job summary

MVP Asia Pacific Inc. seeks a capable Process Engineer to design water and wastewater treatment solutions, size equipment and develop P&IDs, specs and layouts. You will contribute to project delivery, liaise with clients and suppliers, and ensure technical accuracy across documentation.

The role emphasizes collaboration across disciplines, adherence to standards, and continuous improvement in design and execution. A strong background in process engineering is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Approximately five years' experience in process engineering or water/wastewater.
• Experience in water and wastewater process design.
• Experience with pumps, hydraulic calculations and mechanical equipment.
• Ability to review P&IDs, process layouts and technical specifications.
• Strong writing, communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop process design solutions for water and wastewater systems.
• Undertake process calculations, equipment sizing and hydraulic assessments.
• Develop and review PFDs, P&IDs and process layouts.
• Prepare technical specifications and design documentation.
• Provide technical input into treatment processes.
• Coordinate with clients, suppliers and project partners during delivery.

Skills

Process design

Water treatment

P&IDs review

Hydraulic calculations

Technical writing

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's in Chemical or Mechanical Eng

Tools

Process simulation software

Job description

Process Engineering and Technical Design:

• Develop process design solutions for water and wastewater treatment systems.
• Undertake process calculations, equipment sizing and hydraulic assessments.
• Develop and review process flow diagrams (PFDs), piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs) and process layouts.
• Prepare technical specifications, design reports, process descriptions and engineering documentation.
• Assess treatment technologies and identify opportunities to improve treatment performance, efficiency and operational reliability.
• Provide technical input into biological, chemical and physical treatment processes.

Mechanical Engineering and Equipment Selection:

• Undertake mechanical assessments and equipment selection for treatment systems.
• Review pump duties, performance curves and hydraulic calculations.
• Develop equipment schedules, piping specifications and valve schedules.
• Prepare and review technical specifications for pumps, blowers, mixers, filtration systems, DAF units and other process equipment.
• Review supplier proposals and assess equipment suitability against project requirements.
• Identify mechanical design issues and coordinate appropriate technical solutions.

Project Delivery and Engineering Coordination:

• Provide technical support throughout project development and execution.
• Coordinate with clients, suppliers, subcontractors and external engineering consultants.
• Review engineering drawings, technical submissions and design documentation.
• Support procurement activities, including preparation of RFQs, technical evaluations and supplier clarifications.
• Assist with construction queries, design changes and technical problem-solving during project execution.
• Provide technical support during installation, testing, commissioning and handover.
• Coordinate with relevant engineering disciplines to ensure integrated project outcomes.

Tendering and Commercial Support:

• Review tender documentation, technical specifications and scopes of work.
• Prepare technical inputs for proposals, tenders and project submissions.
• Develop equipment lists, quantities and technical schedules to support cost estimates.
• Identify equipment, installation, testing and commissioning requirements.
• Assist with supplier pricing, technical comparisons and procurement recommendations.
• Identify technical risks, scope gaps and potential project delivery constraints.

Client and Stakeholder Engagement:

• Participate in technical discussions and project meetings with clients.
• Present technical solutions and explain engineering recommendations.
• Respond to technical queries and provide practical recommendations.
• Build effective working relationships with clients, suppliers and project partners.
• Identify opportunities for additional services and improvements within existing projects.

Quality, Compliance and Continuous Improvement:

• Ensure technical documentation is prepared and maintained to appropriate quality standards.
• Work in accordance with applicable Australian standards, regulatory requirements and project specifications.
• Support quality assurance and document control processes.
• Identify opportunities to improve engineering processes, design efficiency and project outcomes.
• Coordinate with appropriately registered engineering professionals where certification or professional sign-off is required.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Approximately five years' experience in process engineering, water or wastewater treatment, or a related industry.
• Demonstrated experience in water and wastewater treatment process design.
• Experience in pump selection, hydraulic calculations and mechanical equipment assessment.
• Experience with P&IDs, process layouts and technical specifications.
• Strong understanding of treatment technologies and process calculations.
• Ability to review technical drawings, equipment schedules and supplier submissions.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work across multiple projects.
• Strong technical writing, communication and problem-solving skills.

Desirable:

• Experience with industrial wastewater treatment and water reuse projects.
• Experience with sludge treatment and dewatering systems.
• Experience in project delivery, site coordination, testing and commissioning.
• Experience preparing technical proposals, tenders and cost estimates.
• Exposure to anaerobic digestion, biogas, DAF, biological treatment and membrane treatment systems.
• Familiarity with Australian water industry standards and regulatory frameworks.
• Familiarity with engineering design and process simulation software.

Key Attributes:

• Strong technical and analytical capability.
• Practical, solutions-focused approach to engineering challenges.
• Commercially aware, with an understanding of project scope, budgets and delivery timeframes.
• Proactive and accountable, with the ability to take ownership of technical deliverables.
• Comfortable working in a small, collaborative consulting environment.
• Adaptable and willing to contribute across different areas of the business.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.