Facilities Engineer (RODI & WWTP) at Western Digital

George Town, Penang, Malaysia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

RODI System Design & Operation, Process Engineering, Technical Troubleshooting, Software Proficiency, Automation & Controls, Regulatory Compliance

Industry

Computer Hardware Manufacturing

Description

Company Description If not already provided, copy and paste the text below in the Company Description field: At Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible. At our core, Western Digital is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, we’ve been doing just that—our technology helped people put a man on the moon and capture the first-ever picture of a black hole. We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, HDDs, and platforms for business, creative professionals, and consumers alike under our Western Digital®, WD®, WD_BLACK™, and SanDisk® Professional brands. We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest-growth organizations in the world. From enabling systems to make cities safer and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world’s biggest companies and hyperscale cloud providers, to meeting the massive and ever-growing data storage needs of the AI era, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future. Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. Together, we can build the future of data storage. Job Description Lead and manage a team of technician and take ownership on the overall operational health and intergrity of the RODl Water and Wastewater Treatment system (herein called Water Treatment) Maintain, operate all RODI and Water Treatment systems, associated equipment, electrical/control equipment, plumbing systems, building related system and equipment repairs Manage RODI and Water Treatment capacity and design changes according to the requirements from manufacturing/customers Conduct and execute RODI and Water Treatment system improvements on reliability hardening, safety performance as well as cost optimization and reduction Perform facility inspections and report on condition affecting operations Derive plan and monitor RODI and Water Treatment predictive and preventive maintenance program supervise outsource service contracts Maintain compliance to local city and state government requirement and overall country legal legislation, ordinances and codes of practices. Liaise with relevant local government agencies and contractors Respond to emergencies Comply with all safety procedures, practices and requirements Support any afterhours RODI and Water Treatment needs and activities as required Regular: Establish the standard operating procedure, system monitoring and repair maintenance of responsible sections Review and analyze the operating data to optimize the RODI and Water Treatment operating system Support production / manufacturing needs and request Team up with all the facilities peers and contractors in troubleshooting the RODI and Water Treatment system Identify and drive the cost saving and improvement program Supervise contractor engineer and technician, routine job to ensure the RODI and Water Treatment system supporting production comply to specification and government regulation Implement online SPC monitoring for critical facility parameters like TOC, Silica, Resistivity, LPC and Bacteria. Manage and maintain RODI/WWTP SCADA Monitoring System Plan, organize, execute and control for the specific project Ensure compliance to BCMS, IMS requirement, Contamination Control, 5S and Safety Liaise with contractor and consultant on the facilities related matter. Irregular: Coordinate the major plan shutdown maintenance Carry out special task as assigned by supervisor Support the activities to the company needs Qualifications Required : Degree in Chemistry/Mechanical/Science Engineering or equivalent Having CePlETSO PCP, CePSWaM will be an added advantage At least 5 years of experience in relevant field Skills : RODI System Design & Operation: Deep understanding of water treatment processes, including Reverse Osmosis (RO), Ion Exchange (IX/DI), ultrafiltration, membrane cleaning, and chemical dosing systems. Process Engineering: Proficiency in creating and interpreting Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs) and Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs). Technical Troubleshooting: Ability to diagnose and repair system failures, pressure drops, or water quality degradation (e.g., in-line monitoring of TOC, resistivity,etc). Software Proficiency: Skilled in CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks) for system layout, along with Microsoft Office. Automation & Controls: Familiarity with PLCs, SCADA, and control system interfaces for monitoring, data logging, and automated operation. Regulatory Compliance: Knowledge of safety, health, and environmental regulations relating to water treatment. Additional Information Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution. Western Digital is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at [email protected] to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying. Notice To Candidates: Please be aware that Western Digital and its subsidiaries will never request payment as a condition for applying for a position or receiving an offer of employment. Should you encounter any such requests, please report it immediately to Western Digital Ethics Helpline or email [email protected]. Job Type (exemption status): Exempt position - Please see related compensation & benefits details below Business Function: Facilities Work Location: Bayan Lepas PN2--LOC_WDT_MY0704

Responsibilities

Lead and manage a team of technicians to ensure the operational health of the RODI Water and Wastewater Treatment system. Conduct facility inspections, manage maintenance programs, and ensure compliance with local regulations.