Upgrade Engineer

Valmet

7d

About The Position

Are you ready to take the next step in your career as a Project Manager with Valmet? Deciding on your next employer is not a decision to be made lightly. But if you want to work on the front lines of development, shaping the field as you go, keep reading to see what we have to offer! Our winning team is built by continuous investment in skills development, leadership and well-being. As a global company, we offer many career paths to suit individual needs and aspirations. Apply your expertise in our industry leading team of automation professionals. The role requires the ability to potentially handle multiple assignments, collaborate with others as well as work independently and make decisions in stressful situations. Must be able to form professional relationships with Customers and possess good written and verbal communications skills. A self-managed style and the ability to routinely prioritize and organize work are required. Duties may include the following: Acts as the lead engineer on upgrade projects with specific emphasis on Valmet sensors and profilers. Responsible for upgrade project specification, installation, startup and performance reporting. Works closely with the upgrade project manager to ensure customer satisfaction and project financial success. Works with others in the NA and Finland as needed to successfully implement the upgrade projects. Be occasionally available to assist sales, training and/or the help desk Any other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Strong interpersonal skills along with excellent verbal and written communication skills are a must.
• You must be able to manage multiple conflicting priorities in a fast-paced environment, while being self-directed and motivated.
• This position also requires the ability to interact and effectively communicate with customers as required.
• Requires a bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Paper Science or a related field; plus, five to ten years’ experience, preferably in the paper industry or an industrial setting; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must possess a strong working knowledge of Valmet DNA equipment with a solid understanding of related processes & equipment.
• This position requires up to 60% travel within Canada, Mexico and the United States and occasional overseas travel as well as driving moderate or long distances on occasion.
• You must maintain a valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Valmet Profilers and/or online measurement sensors is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Acts as the lead engineer on upgrade projects with specific emphasis on Valmet sensors and profilers.
• Responsible for upgrade project specification, installation, startup and performance reporting.
• Works closely with the upgrade project manager to ensure customer satisfaction and project financial success.
• Works with others in the NA and Finland as needed to successfully implement the upgrade projects.
• Be occasionally available to assist sales, training and/or the help desk
• Any other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• We offer a challenging work environment that values innovation and suits development-minded people who enjoy working in a fast-paced and dynamic setting.
• Includes a generous wage and benefits package that includes a company-funded registered pension plan.

What This Job Offers

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