Project Engineer

Reports to: Project Manager Job Description

The Project Engineer (Assembly Bay) is responsible for the end-to-end coordination and delivery of assembly and testing activities within the manufacturing facility. This role ensures projects are executed safely, efficiently, and in line with schedule, quality standards, and contractual requirements, while proactively managing risks, resolving technical queries, and driving cross-functional alignment across production, procurement, quality, and client stakeholders.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of assembly and testing activities to meet project schedules and milestones

Review engineering specifications, drawings, and procedures to ensure constructability, resource readiness, and alignment with manufacturing requirements

Monitor progress against schedule, identify risks or delays early, and implement recovery plans in collaboration with production and project teams

Act as the key interface between Jord International, Jord Malaysia, and internal teams to resolve technical queries, deviations, and clarifications

Coordinate with clients, third-party inspectors (TPI), and quality teams to ensure inspections, testing, and approvals are completed on time

Drive timely submission and closure of technical queries (TQs), deviations, and variation orders (VOs)

Ensure timely availability of all free-issued and locally procured materials required for assembly and testing

Work closely with procurement, stores, and vendors to track deliveries, resolve documentation issues, and prevent delays to production

Ensure all assembly, welding, testing, and inspection activities are conducted in accordance with approved procedures, codes, and ITP requirements

Coordinate hydrotesting, NDE, flushing, drying, FAT, and final inspections to meet project and client expectations

Drive closure of punch lists, NCRs, and quality issues to ensure successful project completion and handover

Ensure adequate resources (labour, equipment, facilities) are in place to deliver assembly and testing efficiently

Proactively identify bottlenecks and implement solutions to optimise productivity and minimise downtime

Maintain accurate reporting of progress, delays, risks, and mitigation actions, including raising delay or overbudget events where required

Oversee packing, dispatch, and logistics coordination to ensure compliance with contractual and client requirements

Ensure timely submission of documentation including MDRs, inspection records, and shipping documentation

Proactively resolve issues, facilitate collaboration across teams, and support continuous improvement in assembly and delivery processes

Adhere to all Jord company policies and IMS requirements

Skills and Experience:

Degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering (or equivalent).

Minimum 7 years’ experience in project engineering within fabrication, manufacturing, or heavy

Strong understanding of fabrication, welding, and assembly processes, ideally within air-cooled heat exchangers or pressure equipment.

Proven ability to manage complex projects, coordinate multiple stakeholders, and deliver to tight

Solid knowledge of quality standards, inspection processes, and relevant industry

Strong problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management

Proficiency in project management tools (e.g. MS Project, Primavera) and engineering systems (e.g. AutoCAD).