Lead Design Engineer

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative Lead Design Engineer to lead the design, development, and improvement of engineering systems and equipment within our palm oil mill operations. The ideal candidate will drive plant efficiency through robust equipment design, modification, process optimization, and engineering project delivery while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

Design & Engineering Leadership

• Lead the design, redesign, and improvement of palm oil mill equipment and processing systems including sterilizers, threshers, digesters, screw presses, clarifiers, kernel recovery systems, boilers, and effluent treatment systems
• Develop detailed engineering drawings, layouts, and technical specifications for fabrication and installation
• Supervise design engineers and technicians and coordinate design deliverables across projects
• Provide technical guidance for equipment selection, fabrication, and commissioning

Plant Optimization & Process Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve throughput, oil extraction efficiency, energy usage, and plant reliability
• Develop and implement design solutions to reduce downtime and enhance overall plant performance
• Work with production teams to solve equipment performance issues using engineering and root cause analysis

Project Execution

• Lead engineering design projects from concept through implementation
• Prepare Bills of Quantities (BOQs), project plans, and technical documentation
• Coordinate contractors, fabricators, and vendors to ensure quality delivery
• Ensure timely execution of design and engineering projects within approved budget

Compliance, Safety & Quality

• Ensure all engineering designs meet applicable safety standards and operational requirements
• Support compliance with internal HSE standards and regulatory requirements