Project Process Engineer

About the role

To lead the process engineering scope of capital projects, ensuring optimal design, cost-efficiency, and compliance with safety and environmental standards under final approval of Process Project Section Manager. Responsibilities include developing BoQs and cost estimates, controlling budgets, evaluating technical solutions, coordinating with suppliers and contractors (local and international), and supporting procurement, construction, and commissioning activities. The role ensures that safety, quality, schedule, and cost objectives are consistently achieved. In addition, the Senior Engineer provides guidance, technical support, and mentoring to junior engineers to strengthen the project team's capability and promote knowledge sharing.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and manage process scope of work, BoQ, and cost estimates during feasibility studies and detailed engineering under projects scope and budget in coordination with the Process Project Section Manager.
• Review and interpret engineering drawings, datasheets, P&IDs, and layout plans for process and utility systems.
• Ensure alignment with international codes and industry best practices.
• Participate in design reviews and contribute to value engineering initiatives to optimize system performance and reduce costs in coordination with the Process Project Section Manager.
• Identify process risks, evaluate potential impacts, and propose effective mitigation strategies in coordination with the Process Project Section Manager.
• Prepare, monitor, and control engineering and construction budgets in collaboration with project control teams.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of project schedules, with preferred use of MS Project.
• Provide regular progress and cost status updates.
• Conduct technical reviews of supplier documentation, including Technical Specifications, datasheets, and drawings.
• Prepare detailed technical bid evaluations and comparisons to support the Purchasing Department during the selection process in coordination with the Process Project Section Manager.

About you

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Process Engineering
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in process/project engineering, preferably in pulp & paper, chemical, or energy industries.
• Strong knowledge of pulp & paper processes (kraft pulping, papermaking, recovery boilers, etc.)
• Sound understanding of thermodynamics, mass/energy balances, fluid dynamics.
• Project management and coordination skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving mindset.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Commitment to safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement.
• English: Professional working proficiency – written and oral (TOEIC > 750)
• Software Skills: MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), MS Project, CAD Tools (AutoCAD for reviewing process layouts and P&IDs)