Machinery Design Analyst

Overview / Responsibilities

Wood is currently recruiting for a Machinery Design Analyst to join our specialist team based in Kuala Lumpur.  Wood has a unique world-class engineering capability in the fields of Vibration, Dynamics and Noise (VDN).

You will be attracted to this role if:

• you have a strong technical grasp and fundamental understanding of the impact of vibration from your University course work
• you like technical challenges solving complex vibration, pulsation, performance and related problems
• you have great report writing and bilingual (Mandarin) interpersonal communication skills
• you want to be part of a worldwide team of experts that share your interest in solving design challenges
• you are an enthusiastic learner keen to work with a variety of customers and cultures
• you will have effective interpersonal skills and an enthusiasm for technical collaboration working together in a team

These and many other advantages are associated with Wood and specifically the specialisation of vibration, dynamics and noise with global reach and impact.   We demonstrate technical excellence in resolving the causes and effects of vibration in static equipment, structures and machinery providing engineering solutions and services improving the integrity and performance of our clients’ facilities.   This is a consulting role combining elements of business development and key account management and associated office based analysis.  You will:

• Perform pulsation and vibration design studies (analysis) for new or modified reciprocating compressors, pumps, and piping systems API standards using company’s proprietary and other commercial software
• Perform other non-pulsation related flow induced vibration analysis such as piping surge analysis
• Assist with investigations and provide high quality technical input for relevant plant failures and trouble-shooting projects including field visits
• Provide cost effective engineering solutions in detailed technical written reports summarizing analysis findings and recommendations to prevent and mitigate vibration problems
• Establish strong relationships with clients to resolve their technical vibration and dynamics problems and foster ongoing relationships to ensure future work which may include client training presentations
• Support project planning, scheduling, resource allocation, project accounting and project control

At this time this role is open to Malaysian nationals or those with valid work rights or Visa in place for Malaysia to allow you to work lawfully in the country without company sponsorship.

Skills / Qualifications

At Wood it takes a diverse range of skills abilities to achieve the ongoing success and progress we are making in the changing energy sector.

• Bachelor Engineering degree in Mechanical Engineering - applicants who hold a Masters or higher qualification are encouraged to apply
• 1 - 3 years of recent relevant engineering industry experience ideally in a consultancy focused organisation
• Bilingual with the ability to communicate effectively in English and Mandarin - both spoken and written - effective and concise report writing skills are a key part of this role
• Experienced in working in multi national companies (ideally)
• Keen eye for detail and ability to think critically to interpret and analyse technical information quickly enabling data review and modelling
• Desirable experience or passion will include an interest in vibration, performance monitoring, reliability and machinery design
  • dynamic stress and fatigue analysis
  • acoustic and flow induced studies
  • CFD, FEA, pipe stress analysis, pulsation analysis / control / structural dynamics
  • troubleshooting
• Some familiarity with commercial software such as ANSYS, FEMAP, CAESAR II, AutoCAD, SolidWorks would be ideal
• Ability to work within project budget, schedule and resource constraints
• Committed to a strong team culture and Safety in the workplace

Company Overview

Wood is a global leader in engineering and consultancy across energy and the built environment, helping to unlock solutions to some of the world’s most critical challenges. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in more than 60 countries, employing around 40,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.