Electrical Capital Project Engineer

International Paper•Redwood, MS

4d•$108,200 - $144,300•Onsite

About The Position

The Electrical Capital Project Engineer manages and supports capital projects in mill general areas, contributing to safety, reliability, and improvement efforts. Reporting to the Mill Capital Projects Engineering Manager, the role coordinates engineering disciplines across Operations, Maintenance, consulting engineers, and vendors. The primary focus is electrical engineering, while projects may span multiple disciplines and involve collaboration with business unit managers, process engineers, mill personnel, and technicians. The position level may vary according to experience and qualifications. The engineer develops capital investment proposals and manages approved projects from design through construction, checkout, and start-up, with attention to technical, cost, reliability, and safety objectives. The role also coordinates design, procurement, construction, project teams, vendors, contractors, and stakeholders, and tracks project schedules, spending, and milestones.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering, or a related field, from an accredited college or university.
At least 7 years of experience in technical or operational assignments, including process development and execution in a manufacturing environment.
Experience managing projects from inception through start-up, including funding requests, engineering, procurement, construction, and checkout/start-up.
Experience in the pulp and paper or manufacturing industry and exposure to construction services.
Knowledge of industrial mechanical equipment and flexibility to lead projects outside the candidate's core area of competence.
Knowledge of power distribution equipment, including switchgear, breakers, capacitors, and load sharing, as well as PLCs, DCS systems, and VFDs.
Familiarity with codes, standards, and nondestructive testing requirements, especially electrical requirements.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project.
Familiarity with AutoCAD and SAP or similar systems.
Strong understanding of the Project Delivery Process and Front End Loading.
Demonstrated personnel-management experience and ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities, demands, and timelines using analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to respond promptly and efficiently to project adjustments and alterations.
Ability to gain cooperation from upper management, clients, and other departments.
Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills to convey priorities and concepts across organizational levels.
Ability to prioritize and execute tasks effectively in a high-pressure environment.
Key competencies include priority setting, organizing, oral and written communication, project management, results orientation, managerial courage, negotiating, functional and technical skills, and customer focus.
Willingness to participate in training sessions, presentations, and meetings.
Willingness to travel for training, client or stakeholder meetings, or off-site assignments.
Ability to work weekends approximately once every five weeks.

Nice To Haves

A degree in Electrical Engineering is preferred.
10 or more years of experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in support of business goals and mill safety, reliability, and improvement efforts.
Develop capital investment proposals and manage detailed design and construction of approved capital projects.
Use technical analysis to understand designs and identify effective solutions for operating problems and new or modified equipment.
Coordinate conceptual layouts and cost studies for capital proposals.
Coordinate process design activities, including equipment sizing; PFDs, P&IDs, loop sheets, and E/I diagrams; process control and instrument specifications; and operating manuals.
Review equipment and instrumentation/electrical specifications to ensure procurement and installation comply with applicable regulatory requirements and company standards.
Ensure project design and implementation comply with mill safety policies.
Review vendor equipment, installation, and other-discipline drawings for operability and maintainability.
Communicate project expectations clearly and promptly to team members and stakeholders.
Coordinate with mill operations, maintenance, upper management, and other project stakeholders.
Manage coordination among outside consultants, contractors, and mill personnel.
Assist with checkout and start-up and conduct post-completion audits of capital projects.
Initiate purchase requisitions for engineering, equipment, labor, and materials.
Delegate tasks and responsibilities and serve as construction coordinator when necessary.
Plan, schedule, and track project timelines, costs, and milestones using appropriate tools.
Manage project scope changes, identify potential crises, and develop contingency plans.
Track construction and project spending forecasts monthly or more frequently as needed.
Supervise project team members and contractors and promote accountability for assigned work.