Equipment & Process Engineer

About the Role We are setting up a new food manufacturing facility in Tuas producing microencapsulated flavour powders. The facility uses advanced drying technology, CIP cleaning and cleanroom environments (ISO 7 / ISO 8), along with supporting utilities. We are looking for an Equipment & Process Engineer to support equipment installation, commissioning, process optimisation, and ongoing engineering reliability. This role is critical during installation, FAT/SAT/PQ, and production ramp-up. Key Responsibilities Equipment Installation & Commissioning Support installation, reassembly, and commissioning of drying equipment and ancillary systems. Work with equipment vendors and local contractors during SAT and PQ. Review engineering drawings, P&IDs, electrical schematics, and equipment manuals. Ensure equipment is installed to specification and GMP requirements. Process &Performance Monitor and optimise drying process parameters: temperature, vacuum, feed rate, and evaporation performance. Troubleshoot process deviations and support root cause investigations. Support product trials, process validation and continuous improvement. Maintain process parameter records and equipment performance data. Maintenance& Reliability Develop and implement preventive maintenance programmes. Manage spare parts inventory and critical spares list. Coordinate with vendors for specialised repairs and calibration. Support calibration and instrument verification. Compliance& Documentation Ensure equipment compliance with SFA, ISO 22000, GMP and safety requirements. Maintain equipment files, as-built drawings, manuals and maintenance records. Support internal and external audits. Prepare technical reports and SOPs where required. Utilities& Facility Support Oversee utilities: steam, cooling water, compressed air, vacuum, drainage, and power. Coordinate with contractors for facility and utility upgrades. Support cleanroom HVAC and environmental monitoring where required. Safety Promote safe work practices and permit-to-work systems. Ensure contractors comply with site safety rules. Support risk assessments and method statements. Requirements Degree or Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Mechatronics, or related engineering field. 3–5 years of experience in food, pharmaceutical, or cleanroom manufacturing. Experience with industrial drying equipment, spray dryers, or similar continuous process equipment is preferred. Knowledge of GMP, HACCP, ISO 22000 and SFA requirements. Able to read engineering drawings, P&IDs and electrical schematics. Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. Good communication and documentation skills. Able to converse in Mandarin is a nice to have. Willing to work on site and support commissioning activities. KPIs Equipment uptime and reliability. Drying performance consistently meets specifications. Preventive maintenance completed on schedule. Breakdown response time and resolution time. Zero major audit findings related to equipment. Spare parts availability for critical items.