Process Lead (Wastewater)
Primary Purpose
Functions as a technical specialist in municipal and industrial wastewater and sludge treatment process. Performs all aspects of process design and analysis independently. Broad knowledge and skill set in area of discipline. Knowledge in other disciplines and/or functional areas, including advanced process control using AI technology will be added advantage.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Detailed design of process systems for wastewater treatment plants, including screening equipment, physical-chemical treatment plants, biological treatment plants, blower equipment, odour control plants, disinfection plants, sludge treatment plants, etc.
- Detailed design of ancillary systems including chemical feed systems, mechanical ventilation systems, and drainage systems.
- Preparation of Process Flow Diagrams, mass balance and P&IDs.
- General Arrangement and equipment layout drawings.
- Preparation of process equipment specifications and their expected performances.
- Review and evaluation of vendor submissions.
- Coordination with other disciplines e.g. civil, structural, electrical, mechanical, building services, instrumentation & control designers and digital water specialists.
- Able to lead meetings, HAZOP, discussions with clients, contractors and vendors.
- Provide engineering support for bids & proposals.
- Prepare testing and commissioning plans
- Leading Process Testing & Commissioning
- Lead and guide a team of process Engineers and carry out QA/QC of their designs.
- Keeping abreast with latest development in wastewater treatment technology and sludge management technologies and suitably applies in the design
Essential Experience
Candidate musthave about 20 years of experience in the process design of water / wastewater treatment (municipal and industrial) with the following attributes:
- Degree in Chemical or Environmental Engineering.
- Expertise in water / wastewater treatment process modeling and optimization (including biological treatment).
- Proficient in BioWin/GPS-X/SUMO or other wastewater modelling software.
- Possess knowledge of wastewater treatment processes such as Activated Sludge, SBR, MBR, MABR & MBBR/IFAS.
- Experience in preparing PFDs/P&IDs and specifications for procurement of wastewater process equipment.
- Proven ability to manage diverse and large-scale water projects, prioritize tasks, effectively.
- Utilise available resources and ensure timely completion of projects.
- Proficient in written and oral communication with good interpersonal skills.
