We are currently looking for a highly motivated Equipment Engineer to join our Equipment Engineering Department, one of the core functions responsible for ensuring the reliability, efficiency, and continuous improvement of our production equipment.

The Equipment Engineer will manage the full lifecycle of production equipment, including equipment selection, installation, commissioning, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and technical upgrades. The role is essential in ensuring safe, stable, and efficient production operations while supporting the company's long-term manufacturing performance.

The selected candidate will benefit from an international technical development program, including a 3-month training program in China, focused on advanced equipment management, industrial maintenance practices, automation systems, and equipment optimization in a world-class manufacturing environment.

Position Overview

This role is part of the Equipment Engineering Department and plays a key role in ensuring the reliability, availability, and continuous improvement of production equipment.

The Equipment Engineer is responsible for:

• Managing equipment selection and technical evaluation

• Leading equipment installation, commissioning, and qualification

• Developing preventive maintenance programs

• Driving equipment optimization and technical upgrades

• Maintaining equipment documentation and supporting reliability improvement initiatives

Main Responsibilities

1. Equipment selection & technical evaluation

Support the selection and procurement of new production equipment by preparing technical specifications, evaluating supplier proposals, and assessing equipment performance, reliability, and lifecycle costs. Participate in technical discussions, factory acceptance testing, and equipment inspection to ensure equipment meets production and quality requirements.

2. Equipment installation, commissioning & qualification

Lead equipment installation and commissioning activities by coordinating with contractors, production teams, and suppliers. Prepare commissioning plans, supervise installation quality, validate equipment performance, and ensure compliance with company standards, safety requirements, and production processes before equipment startup.

3. Preventive maintenance & equipment reliability

Develop and continuously improve preventive maintenance programs for production equipment such as reactors, centrifuges, distillation systems, pumps, and automated production systems. Monitor equipment performance, analyze maintenance data, and optimize maintenance strategies to reduce downtime and improve equipment reliability.

4. Equipment optimization & continuous improvement

Analyze equipment performance and production constraints to identify improvement opportunities. Lead equipment modification and optimization projects, including automation upgrades, corrosion resistance improvements, energy efficiency initiatives, and process optimization, with the objective of improving Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).

5. Equipment documentation & technical support

Develop and maintain equipment documentation, including equipment registers, SOPs, maintenance procedures, spare parts lists, and technical records. Support troubleshooting activities, conduct root cause analysis for equipment failures, and collaborate closely with production and maintenance teams to improve long-term equipment performance.

Profile Requirements

Education & Background

Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Design & Manufacturing, Process Equipment & Control Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Mechatronics, or related disciplines.

Strong understanding of mechanical systems, industrial equipment, electrical control systems, or automation technologies.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar engineering design software

• Knowledge of industrial automation systems (PLC, DCS, VFD)

• Understanding of industrial maintenance and equipment management principles

• Familiarity with preventive maintenance methodologies and reliability engineering

• Knowledge of failure analysis tools such as FMEA, RCA, or similar methodologies is an advantage

• Good command of Microsoft Office applications

Experience

• Previous internship or professional experience in equipment engineering, industrial maintenance, equipment commissioning, or manufacturing environments is preferred

• Experience in chemical, pharmaceutical, battery materials, or industrial manufacturing is an advantage

• Academic projects or practical training involving mechanical equipment, automation, or industrial systems are acceptable for junior candidates

Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Excellent troubleshooting and root cause analysis capabilities

• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities

• High level of rigor, responsibility, and continuous improvement mindset

• Fast learner with the ability to quickly adapt to new technologies and equipment

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of chemical processing equipment and industrial production systems

• Understanding of electrolyte manufacturing processes or battery material production is an advantage

• Experience with equipment retrofit, automation upgrade, or industrial optimization projects

• Professional certifications related to equipment engineering, maintenance, automation, or industrial safety are considered a plus