mechanical engineer

  This position is accountable for the project engineering functions of the plant and reports to the Engineering Manager.  Accountabilities include technical assistance in support of the day-to-day operations, as well as providing engineering and project management support for plant projects.

Responsibilities include:

• Provide discipline engineering for capital projects or engineered maintenance solutions

• Complete engineering studies to improve reliability of plant facilities or operations

• Provide specific technical expertise to develop or maintain engineering standards

• Provide reliability and maintenance input to capital project design

• Provide technical support to operating and maintenance departments to support on-going plant operations

• Collect and analyze data to identify projects to improve plant reliability and reduce c

Required Knowledge & Skills

• Good planning, analytical, and troubleshooting skills.

• Knowledge of technical & manufacturing equipment specifications.

• Experience with mechanical process systems 

• Understanding Failure Modes and Effects Analysis  

• Good organizational and communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to solicit input and support of others at various levels in the organization.

• Experience with SAP maintenance & project systems, as well as skill in other general computer software programs (Word, Excel, Microsoft Project etc.).

• Understanding and experience working in an OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM) facility

• Experience utilizing World-Class Project Management (WCPM) systems and/or Stage Gate Capital Work systems.

• Experience in Root Cause Failure Analysis methodology 

Required Experience

• BS in Mechanical Engineering  from an ABET accredited institution 

• 3-8 years of mechanical engineering and in the chemical, power, or pulp and paper industry with demonstrated leadership and success in a high-performance culture.