Clearwater Paper
Where you will work
The Augusta mill sits along the Savannah River on the state border between Georgia and South Carolina and manufactures light, medium, and heavy weight coated paperboard. It is a well-invested SBS paperboard manufacturing facility with approximately 600 thousand tons of capacity. This facility boasts over 700 employees and has been in operation for almost 65 years. Located on 3,000 acres, the Augusta site operates two paper machines that produce 1,940 tons per day. The Augusta Mill is Clearwater Paper's largest paperboard facility and critical to the success of our strategy and future.
What you will do The Project Engineer is responsible for all mechanical and electrical related issues in projects as well as leading projects supporting two paper machines, power and recovery, pulp, woodyard, recaust, bleaching and sodium hypochlorite plant. Performs as a team member of various project teams where capital improvements have been identified against specific business issues. Also serves as a coordinator or clearing house of ideas for improvement techniques and implementation strategies. Understand and align business operations and Engineering in the execution of their role to exceed customer expectations and align with Clearwater Paper business, cultural, financial, and operational objectives. Actively leads and participates in the plant safety, housekeeping, and continuous improvement efforts.
Planning & Execution
Develop, design, and estimate costs for the direct installation of electrical/mechanical products or plant systems
Manage capital projects to deliver capital projects on time and on budget
Analyze product or equipment specifications and performance requirements to determine designs that can be produced by existing manufacturing or processing facilities and methods
Determine feasibility of designing new plant equipment or modifying existing facilities considering costs, available space, time limitations, company planning, and other technical and economic factors
Provide technical information concerning manufacturing or processing techniques, materials, properties, and process advantages and limitations which affect long range plant and product engineering planning
Direct and coordinates manufacturing or building of machine improvements and/or plant systems
Evaluate engineering test results for possible application to developments of systems or other uses
Work with maintenance to troubleshoot electrical/mechanical machine problems
Lead and guide all work with piping systems, structural steel, and civil design
Confer with engineers and other personnel to implement operating procedures, resolve system malfunctions, and provide technical information
Research and analyze design proposals, specifications, manuals, and other data to evaluate the feasibility, cost, and maintenance requirements of designs or applications
Specify system components or direct modification of products to ensure conformance with engineering design and performance specifications
Research, design, evaluate, install, operate, and maintain mechanical products, equipment, systems and processes to meet requirements, applying knowledge of engineering principles
Investigate equipment failures and difficulties to diagnose faulty operation, and to make recommendations to maintenance crew
Safety
Supports mill and department goals in safety, environmental compliance, quality, cost, productivity, and continuous improvement
Special Projects
As assigned
Key Competencies & Attributes
Demonstrated ability to effectively work with vendors, managers, and production employees to achieve goals
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Must be capable of understanding and troubleshooting complex industrial systems and equipment
Understanding of LEAN manufacturing and Continuous Improvement (CI) concepts preferred
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Proficient in MS Project
What you will need
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
10+ years' capital project engineering experience, 5 of which should be in Pulp and Paper industry
Self-directed and high initiative with ability to handle variety of tasks in a 24/7 manufacturing environment
Knowledge of a variety of project contracting strategies
Must be able to work with a diverse group of people in a professional manner and be able to handle several work tasks concurrently
Able to work in a high-speed manufacturing environment, sustained exposure to high-frequency noises, multiple hours standing, walking on concrete surfaces, heat, and cold and mill environments
Able to wear and abide by Personal Protective Equipment that is required in the mill environment
Able to climb stairs, ladders, and scaffolding
Could be exposed to hazardous chemicals used in the manufacturing process
Potential for off-hour support including nights and weekends
Total Rewards Details We prioritize an exceptional workplace experience, offering a comprehensive total reward package. This position is eligible for our Incentive Plan. Compensation ranges are estimates based on market data. Actual offers account for internal equity and candidate's job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and geographic location. Benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and more, generally begin after 30 days. Our paid time off will include vacation days, personal days, and company holidays. For more on our compensation philosophy, please reach out to our Talent Acquisition Team at Talent.Acquisition@clearwaterpaper.com.
Clearwater Paper will not offer sponsorship for employment-based visa status Accordingly, all applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis and must not require Clearwater Paper's sponsorship to continue to work legally in the United States.
#ClearwaterPaper #Augusta This role will be open for a minimum of 2 weeks or at the point a successful candidate is selected.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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What you will do The Project Engineer is responsible for all mechanical and electrical related issues in projects as well as leading projects supporting two paper machines, power and recovery, pulp, woodyard, recaust, bleaching and sodium hypochlorite plant. Performs as a team member of various project teams where capital improvements have been identified against specific business issues. Also serves as a coordinator or clearing house of ideas for improvement techniques and implementation strategies. Understand and align business operations and Engineering in the execution of their role to exceed customer expectations and align with Clearwater Paper business, cultural, financial, and operational objectives. Actively leads and participates in the plant safety, housekeeping, and continuous improvement efforts.
Planning & Execution
Develop, design, and estimate costs for the direct installation of electrical/mechanical products or plant systems
Manage capital projects to deliver capital projects on time and on budget
Analyze product or equipment specifications and performance requirements to determine designs that can be produced by existing manufacturing or processing facilities and methods
Determine feasibility of designing new plant equipment or modifying existing facilities considering costs, available space, time limitations, company planning, and other technical and economic factors
Provide technical information concerning manufacturing or processing techniques, materials, properties, and process advantages and limitations which affect long range plant and product engineering planning
Direct and coordinates manufacturing or building of machine improvements and/or plant systems
Evaluate engineering test results for possible application to developments of systems or other uses
Work with maintenance to troubleshoot electrical/mechanical machine problems
Lead and guide all work with piping systems, structural steel, and civil design
Confer with engineers and other personnel to implement operating procedures, resolve system malfunctions, and provide technical information
Research and analyze design proposals, specifications, manuals, and other data to evaluate the feasibility, cost, and maintenance requirements of designs or applications
Specify system components or direct modification of products to ensure conformance with engineering design and performance specifications
Research, design, evaluate, install, operate, and maintain mechanical products, equipment, systems and processes to meet requirements, applying knowledge of engineering principles
Investigate equipment failures and difficulties to diagnose faulty operation, and to make recommendations to maintenance crew
Safety
Supports mill and department goals in safety, environmental compliance, quality, cost, productivity, and continuous improvement
Special Projects
As assigned
Key Competencies & Attributes
Demonstrated ability to effectively work with vendors, managers, and production employees to achieve goals
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Must be capable of understanding and troubleshooting complex industrial systems and equipment
Understanding of LEAN manufacturing and Continuous Improvement (CI) concepts preferred
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Proficient in MS Project
What you will need
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
10+ years' capital project engineering experience, 5 of which should be in Pulp and Paper industry
Self-directed and high initiative with ability to handle variety of tasks in a 24/7 manufacturing environment
Knowledge of a variety of project contracting strategies
Must be able to work with a diverse group of people in a professional manner and be able to handle several work tasks concurrently
Able to work in a high-speed manufacturing environment, sustained exposure to high-frequency noises, multiple hours standing, walking on concrete surfaces, heat, and cold and mill environments
Able to wear and abide by Personal Protective Equipment that is required in the mill environment
Able to climb stairs, ladders, and scaffolding
Could be exposed to hazardous chemicals used in the manufacturing process
Potential for off-hour support including nights and weekends
Total Rewards Details We prioritize an exceptional workplace experience, offering a comprehensive total reward package. This position is eligible for our Incentive Plan. Compensation ranges are estimates based on market data. Actual offers account for internal equity and candidate's job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and geographic location. Benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and more, generally begin after 30 days. Our paid time off will include vacation days, personal days, and company holidays. For more on our compensation philosophy, please reach out to our Talent Acquisition Team at Talent.Acquisition@clearwaterpaper.com.
Clearwater Paper will not offer sponsorship for employment-based visa status Accordingly, all applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis and must not require Clearwater Paper's sponsorship to continue to work legally in the United States.
#ClearwaterPaper #Augusta This role will be open for a minimum of 2 weeks or at the point a successful candidate is selected.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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