Engineer

Valmet•Florence, AL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Join Valmet’s team of experts as an Engineer in our Wood Handling Engineering team. At Valmet, we bring together top talent to deliver world-class solutions that support our customers’ success. We are seeking a technically minded and motivated individual to support engineering and shop-related projects. This role focuses on machine design and drafting activities, primarily supporting spare parts and shop engineering needs. You will collaborate closely with shop floor personnel, engineering, sales, field service, and spare parts teams to deliver efficient and high-quality solutions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or Machine Engineering
3–5 years of experience in design, layout, or 3D modeling roles
Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD and SolidWorks for production drawings
Applicant must be authorized to work in the US.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the Pulp & Paper industry preferred, particularly with wood handling equipment such as: Debarking drums, Chippers, Feed conveyors (drag and belt types)
Experience in machine shop-related engineering is a plus

Responsibilities

Support engineering activities with a strong focus on Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) and equipment design
Execute shop-related engineering tasks, including machine design and spare parts support
Create and modify drawings using AutoCAD and SolidWorks in a production environment while meeting deadlines
Improve efficiency by adopting and enhancing engineering tools and processes
Coordinate and collaborate with engineering and technology teams to support project execution
Assist with customer and internal presentations, including design scope and troubleshooting support
Provide technical support for field measurements and site activities
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and internal engineering standards and policies
Travel to customer sites (20–30%) for installation support, troubleshooting, and data collection