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Principal Production Engineer

Batam, Kepulauan Riau, IndonesiaPosted Oct 6, 2026

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Job Overview: The Principal Production Engineer is responsible for interpreting internal or external business issues and recommending best practices. They will be tasked with solving complex Production-related problems and will work independently with minimal guidance. The Principal Production Engineer may be responsible for leading functional teams or projects and is regarded as a specialist in Production.

As such, they must have in-depth expertise in Production as well as broad knowledge of the Production discipline within the Fabrication function. Key Tasks and Responsibilities: Provide technical expertise and leadership in production engineering activities, and ensure compliance with industry standards, project requirements, and best practices Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative strategies and solutions for production optimization, cost reduction, and problem-solving Supervise and mentor junior engineers, foster their professional growth and knowledge development Lead design reviews, technical investigations, and engineering studies to support project objectives Conduct detailed engineering analysis to optimize production processes, equipment, and facilities, and consider efficiency, safety, and environmental impact Develop and implement production plans, schedules, and procedures in line with project requirements and resource constraints Drive continuous improvement initiatives, identify opportunities for increased productivity, reduced waste, and enhanced quality Monitor production performance, analyze key metrics, and implement corrective measures to ensure targets are met or exceeded Collaborate with project management teams to develop and maintain project budgets, schedules, and deliverables Essential Qualifications and Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering (preferably in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering) Proven experience in the EPCI industry or a similar engineering field Expertise in production engineering and optimization techniques Strong knowledge of industry standards and best practices related to production processes and facilities Proven track record in leading multidisciplinary teams and managing large-scale projects Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to address complex technical challenges Proficiency in relevant software and tools related to production engineering Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with diverse stakeholders Ability to work under pressure and meet project deadlines #LI-LD1

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