MEP Interpreter bilingual for Japanese Subway project Valenzuela

Primary Responsibilities (MEP Engineer / Interpreter): Technical interpretation (English <-> Japanese) between Japanese staff and local subcontractors/workers — 40% Translation of drawings, specifications, work method statements, and meeting minutes — 10% (Note: translation is mainly from Japanese into English; translation INTO Japanese is not expected for this role) Assistance with MEP construction supervision (monitoring of schedule, quality, and safety; attending inspections) — 10% Reviewing shop drawings/approval drawings and communicating instructions to subcontractors — 20% Accompanying Japanese staff on site rounds and meetings — 20% 1. MEP engineering background with 5+ years of experience (Subway project background not required — plant, commercial facility, or other MEP construction experience is also acceptable) (Open to candidates from either subcontractor or general contractor background) 2. Fluent English (spoken and written) 3. Conversational/daily-level Japanese is sufficient (no specific JLPT level required) 4. Able to perform verbal technical interpretation (English <-> Japanese) between Japanese staff and local subcontractors/workers 1. Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or related field 2. Able to read drawings using AutoCAD or similar tools 3. Experience working at a Japanese general contractor or MEP/building services company 4. Experience in subway, tunnel, or other large-scale infrastructure projects Note: Since the Subway project is scheduled for completion by the end of March 2029, the position will be on a one-year renewable contract basis until then. However, after the project's completion, employment is expected to continue, either through re-assignment to a similar role in another project within the company or a transfer to the headquarters. Benefits: With OT pay HMO, 13th-month pay, SL and VL If the candidate lives 25 kilometers from the site, they can move to the staff house. The company provides reasonably priced lunch options for employees. The company will discuss full benefits to the selected candidate Work schedule: Monday to Friday (Saturday as necessary) Interview process: 1-2 interviews available