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Senior Process Engineer

Perak Permanent MYR4,500 - MYR6,000 per month (MYR54,000 - MYR72,000 per year) View Job Description
The Senior Process Engineer leads the evaluation, development, and commercialization of innovative technologies that transform renewable and recycled feedstocks into specialty oils. The role oversees full‑lifecycle engineering projects-from R&D and feasibility studies to industrial commissioning and global partnership development.
  • Opportunities for career progression
  • Opportunity to lead projects from concept through commissioning

About Our Client

The client is a multinational organization focused on specialty oils, sustainability transformation, and advanced process technologies. They support collaboration with research institutes, international partners, and business units to drive large‑scale innovation.

Job Description

  • Evaluate and develop sustainable technologies for specialty oil production using renewable and recycled feedstocks.
  • Lead strategies to scale technologies from lab/R&D phases to commercial‑scale operations.
  • Conduct economic feasibility assessments, CAPEX/OPEX analysis, and risk evaluations.
  • Drive product and process development with internal teams, research institutes, and industrial partners.
  • Support global business units and Business Development in evaluating technical partnership opportunities.
  • Develop project structures, scopes of work, and execution strategies.
  • Prepare design basis documents and ITB packages for Basic and Detailed Engineering.
  • Serve as Technology Manager or Project Manager depending on project scale.
  • Oversee project phases from Study, Basic Engineering, commissioning, through performance runs.
  • Provide technical leadership that directly supports the organization's green transformation roadmap.

The Successful Applicant

  • Degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field.
  • Significant experience in refining, chemical, or petrochemical industries.
  • Strong background in process scale‑up or technology commercialization.
  • Proven experience in project or engineering management; CAPEX exposure preferred.
  • Strong understanding of technical contract legalities and financial modelling.
  • Fluent English communication skills for both technical and executive‑level discussions.
  • Ability to work cross‑functionally with global teams and research partners.
  • Capability to manage complex, multi‑phase engineering projects with high autonomy.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Opportunities to work in an established organization within the chemical manufacturing sector.
  • Professional growth and training opportunities.
Contact
Daryl Lim
Quote job ref
JN-022026-6940135
Phone number
+603 2302 4065

Job summary

Function
Engineering & Manufacturing
Specialisation
Six Sigma, Lean, Process improvement
What is your area of specialisation?
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Perak
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Daryl Lim
Consultant contact
+603 2302 4065
Job Reference
JN-022026-6940135

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.