Electrical Engineer

Twin Rivers Paper Company•Little Falls, NY

10h•$75,000 - $105,000

About The Position

Twin Rivers Paper Company, headquartered in Madawaska, Maine, is an integrated specialty paper manufacturer producing 400,000 tons of paper per year for the packaging, publishing, label, and technical sectors. With 100 years of papermaking history, the company operates a pulp mill in New Brunswick, and diverse paper assets in northern Maine and upstate New York that produce uncoated and coated white papers in a broad range of basis weights and finishes. Customized product development and dedicated technical services support are company hallmarks. With a sound financial structure and a strong balance sheet that fuels continuous investments in its assets, Twin Rivers Paper offers its customers the security of local product availability through a strong, domestically-owned manufacturer and the assurance of long-term viability. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Project Management & Engineering Lead electrical, automation, and capital improvement projects from concept through commissioning. Develop conceptual designs, detailed engineering plans, budgets, and project schedules. Ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget. Manage contractors, vendors, and internal resources throughout project execution. Develop bills of materials and oversee purchasing activities. Generate project documentation, drawings, and training materials. Electrical & Controls Systems Design, program, configure, and troubleshoot PLC, DCS, QCS, and web inspection systems. Program Allen-Bradley PLCs (Studio 5000) and configure HMI applications. Troubleshoot and support electric drives (Allen-Bradley PowerFlex, ABB), motors, MCCs, switchgear, substations, and power distribution systems. Support boiler and steam system controls. Maintain logs of electrical issues contributing to unscheduled downtime. Assist maintenance teams with complex electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues. Leadership & Collaboration Provide technical leadership and direction to electrical technicians. Organize, prioritize, and assign project work effectively. Develop and deliver training for operations and maintenance personnel. Foster a cooperative, team-oriented work environment. Communicate objectives clearly and consistently across departments. Safety & Compliance Maintain strict adherence to all company policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements. Participate in safety reviews and ensure safe work practices during all project phases. Serve as a role model for safe behavior and continuous improvement.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering.
Strong problem-solving skills for complex electrical and process issues.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Excellent communication, organization, and leadership skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word), MS Project, and AutoCAD.
Strong PLC programming and industrial drives experience.

Nice To Haves

3–5 years of experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment (paper industry preferred).
Experience with Honeywell Experion DCS, QCS systems, HMI development, and LabVIEW.
Electrical substation and power distribution experience.
Motor diagnostics, instrumentation calibration, and troubleshooting experience.

Responsibilities

Lead electrical, automation, and capital improvement projects from concept through commissioning.
Develop conceptual designs, detailed engineering plans, budgets, and project schedules.
Ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget.
Manage contractors, vendors, and internal resources throughout project execution.
Develop bills of materials and oversee purchasing activities.
Generate project documentation, drawings, and training materials.
Design, program, configure, and troubleshoot PLC, DCS, QCS, and web inspection systems.
Program Allen-Bradley PLCs (Studio 5000) and configure HMI applications.
Troubleshoot and support electric drives (Allen-Bradley PowerFlex, ABB), motors, MCCs, switchgear, substations, and power distribution systems.
Support boiler and steam system controls.
Maintain logs of electrical issues contributing to unscheduled downtime.
Assist maintenance teams with complex electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues.
Provide technical leadership and direction to electrical technicians.
Organize, prioritize, and assign project work effectively.
Develop and deliver training for operations and maintenance personnel.
Foster a cooperative, team-oriented work environment.
Communicate objectives clearly and consistently across departments.
Maintain strict adherence to all company policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
Participate in safety reviews and ensure safe work practices during all project phases.
Serve as a role model for safe behavior and continuous improvement.