I think Cheat Engine might be a little overboard here as all of the inner workings are exposed and modable via your browser’s console with a little know-how and digging. I think these resources might help you if you are struggling at surviving:
http://www.unlok.ca/wayward/on-thirst-hydration/
http://www.unlok.ca/wiki/wayward/survival-guide/
If you have any specific questions, id’ be happy to answer them though.
I’m looking at making a non-permadeath mod very soon for players that want to experience the game without the death aspect always looming in.