Assistant Engineer (Technical)

Kurita (Singapore) Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A water treatment solutions company based in Singapore is seeking a proactive Assistant Engineer (Technical) to support various water treatment operations. Responsibilities include conducting membrane autopsies, assisting in system installations, and troubleshooting water treatment processes. Fresh graduates with a diploma in Engineering are encouraged to apply. This role requires strong hands-on skills and good communication abilities, with opportunities for fieldwork at customer sites.

Qualifications

• Fresh graduates are welcome; prior internship or experience in water treatment is an advantage.
• Strong interest in hands-on field work and troubleshooting.
• Willing to travel to customer sites and work in industrial environments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct RO membrane autopsies and prepare detailed analysis reports.
• Assist in RO membrane chemical cleaning and performance restoration.
• Troubleshoot issues in cooling water, boiler water, and wastewater analyzers.
• Support senior engineers in data collection, site investigations, and performance audits.

Skills

Hands-on field work

Troubleshooting

Good communication skills

Education

Diploma in Chemical Engineering

Diploma in Environmental Engineering

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Job Overview:

We are seeking a hands-on and proactive Assistant Engineer (Technical) to support various water treatment operations including RO systems, cooling and boiler water systems, and wastewater treatment processes. The ideal candidate will be responsible for conducting membrane autopsies, chemical site trials, troubleshooting analyzers and dosing systems, and performing field support activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct RO membrane autopsies and prepare detailed analysis reports.

• Assist in RO membrane chemical cleaning and performance restoration.

• Execute chemical program site trials, perform water analysis, monitor results, and support performance evaluations.

• Troubleshoot issues in cooling water, boiler water, and wastewater analyzers.

• Assist in the installation, commissioning, and testing of water treatment systems and components.

• Operate pilot cooling tower systems for testing and optimization purposes.

• Conduct jar tests to troubleshoot and optimize water treatment chemical programs.

• Support senior engineers in data collection, site investigations, and performance audits.

• Work closely with sales, production, and quality control teams to ensure client requirements are met.

• Assist in the development of customized water treatment programs based on site needs.

• Participate in client meetings to provide technical insights and recommendations.

• Identify and suggest opportunities to improve products, services, and internal processes.

• Maintain accurate service records, chemical usage logs, and troubleshooting reports.

• Adhere to all safety protocols, company procedures, and regulatory standards during site activities.

Requirements:

• Diploma in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.

• Fresh graduates are welcome; prior internship or experience in water treatment is an advantage.

• Strong interest in hands-on field work and troubleshooting.

• Good communication and reporting skills.

• Willing to travel to customer sites and work in industrial environments.