ENGINEER-PROJECT~ MECHANICAL

Packaging Corporation of America•Gladstone, VA
•Onsite

About The Position

The Mechanical Project Engineer provides process optimization and engineering support for the Gladstone, Virginia Riverville Mill. The role includes compliance process coordination, lean projects, quality and product safety, and analytical and systems support. The engineer develops and maintains methods for tracking and reducing operational costs, coordinates outside resources to improve mill operations, and filters and applies relevant information. The position also conducts data analysis projects and uses data to inform business decisions. Assignments may include work at higher levels for training and development. Knowledge of pulp and paper making, wastewater treatment, and recovery operations is sought, along with an interest or aptitude in controls.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
  • At least 3–5 years of experience in process engineering or paper manufacturing operations.
  • Experience using Microsoft Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, AutoCAD, and Project.
  • Ability to develop and train others on processes and systems being implemented.
  • Ability to work under pressure and within time constraints, handle multiple projects, and build sound relationships with internal and external customers.
  • Excellent communication, analytical, organizational, and computer skills.
  • Ability to make sound decisions independently through creative problem-solving.
  • Ability to work with ambiguity and change.

Nice To Haves

  • Knowledge of pulp and paper making, wastewater treatment, and recovery operations.
  • Interest or aptitude in controls.
  • Familiarity with instrumentation and control systems.
  • Some project management experience.
  • At least seven years of previous engineering experience, with strong knowledge of engineering principles and procedures.

Responsibilities

  • Provide process optimization and engineering support for the mill.
  • Coordinate compliance processes and support lean projects, quality, and product safety.
  • Provide analytical and systems support.
  • Develop and maintain methods for tracking and reducing operational costs.
  • Coordinate outside resources and apply relevant information to improve operations.
  • Conduct data analysis projects and use data to make business decisions.
  • Develop and train others on processes and systems being implemented.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • 401(k) with company matching
  • Retirement Savings Plan
  • Educational Assistance Program
  • 11 paid holidays
  • Three weeks of vacation
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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