Senior Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Novolex • Pine Bluff, AR

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About The Position

The Senior Electrical Maintenance Engineer Lead plays a key role in supporting our paper mill operations by leading capital projects focused on sustaining electrical infrastructure. This role is highly hands-on, with a strong focus on project execution, troubleshooting, and collaboration across teams and vendors. The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise in electrical systems and thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This position collaborates closely with Engineering, Maintenance, and Operational areas to ensure electrical reliability, manage critical spares, and support long-term asset sustainability across the mill. This position collaborates closely with Process Engineering, Environmental, and Operational areas to reduce losses, improve chemical usage, and support digital upskilling initiatives across the mill.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field is preferred.
• Minimum 5–10 years of experience in electrical engineering, ideally within pulp & paper, chemical, or oil & gas industries.
• Strong background in power distribution, controls, PLCs, drives, and high voltage systems.
• Experience with equipment from GE, Allen Bradley, Eaton, and Westinghouse.
• Proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Office (Excel and PowerPoint).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Willingness to work variable hours, including early starts and occasional late shifts when needed.
• High self-motivation and a proactive approach to learning and problem-solving.

Nice To Haves

• Experience managing contractors and vendors is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Recommend and manage electrical improvement projects (e.g., fire distribution system, crane controls, drives upgrades, power quality studies, machine room equipment, cameras).
• Address ongoing electrical issues and identify critical spares to ensure operational continuity.
• Collaborate with internal teams and interface with contractors and vendors to execute capital projects.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation using SAP and Microsoft Office tools.
• Monitor key electrical parameters and identify opportunities for system optimization.
• Support mill operations by ensuring electrical systems meet safety, reliability, and performance standards.
• Communicate effectively across departments to align priorities and share technical insights.
• Manage multiple tasks simultaneously, demonstrating effective time management and prioritization.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance : Multiple plan options with nationwide networks to support your physical health and preventive care.
• Life and AD&D Insurance : Company-paid basic coverage and optional plans to protect you and your loved ones.
• Disability Insurance : Short-term and long-term coverage to help protect your income in case of illness or injury.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan : Automatic enrollment with a generous company match to help you plan for the future.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) : Tax-advantaged accounts with company contributions to help manage healthcare expenses.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) : Options for healthcare, limited-purpose, and dependent care expenses.
• Voluntary Benefits : Additional protection through accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees