Senior Engineer - Paper - United States

Location(s): Atlanta, GeorgiaCompany: Georgia-PacificCareer Field: EngineeringJob Number: 193876Eligible for remote: YesApply: JobGeorgia-Pacific is recruiting for a Senior Engineer to join our Paper Technical Center that is part of the Manufacturing Technical Group. The successful candidate will provide technical expertise to a variety of paper making assets across Georgia Pacific’s North America facilities and will have a strong capability to work with both hourly and salary employees. Our TeamUtilization of Principle-Based Management and Frameworks to proactively support and grow the diagnostic tools and knowledge for the Paper Manufacturing site’s paper machines. This would include diagnosing root cause of operational issues, leading and assisting local resources in resolution of issues, identifying improvement opportunities through assessments, developing expertise in others, and maintaining knowledge of emerging technologies. This role does require domestic travel on a regular basis.What You Will DoWork with hourly and salaried personnel at production sites to identify improvement opportunities for both processes and equipment through site assessmentsReview maintenance and downtime data to identify production equipment that needs repair, replacement, or reconfigurationCoordinate and lead efforts to return asset performance to optimized base case with third party support and internal resources as neededSupport installation, commissioning, and optimization of new assetsAssist asset owners in managing and prioritizing lists of improvement opportunities for their respective assets based on business needWork with Subject Matter Experts and operations personnel within Georgia Pacific to develop standardized operating and maintenance strategies for similar assets and equipmentProvide technical and professional support and mentoring for hourly and salaried engineering and operations personnel both at local facilities and within the corporate engineering teamAssist in planning specific outage activities with operations teams to ensure that desired results are achievedApply Subject Matter Expertise to support short-term technical requests across multiple facilitiesSupport trials of new process technology and equipment and provide assessment of applicability with existing asset baseWho You Are (Basic Qualifications)10-year combined experience in manufacturing/engineering role(s) supporting paper making operations. Tissue papermaking experience is a plus.Knowledge and expertise in one or more specific paper making equipment and process areas: headbox operations, yankee steam systems, hood systems, formation, sheet handling, pressure rolls, and machine clothingAble to read and interpret piping and instrumentation diagram (P&ID’s), layout drawings, and mechanical drawings Demonstrated ability to effectively lead, communicate with, and mentor others in a manufacturing environmentStrong communication skills with demonstrated ability to build strong relationships at all levels of the organization.Willing and able to travel 50%-70% of the time and willing and able to work occasional weekends, nights, and holidays when neededWilling and able to wear the necessary Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) (i.e. hard hats, safety glasses, face shield, fall protection, respirator, hearing protection, steel-toe boots or safety shoes and other PPE required by specific jobs) while at production facilitiesWilling and able to work in operating environments that include platforms and catwalks, elevated temperatures, and variable humidity levelsWhat Will Put You AheadBachelor’s Degree in Pulp and Paper Science, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related fieldDemonstrated team/group facilitation experience – meetings, knowledge sharing, problem-solving, etc.Career progression within Paper Operations (tissue and towel preferred). Proven capability of leading through influence; working with and through large cross-functional teamsFor this role, we anticipate paying a base salary of $140k - $180k.At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.Hiring PhilosophyAll Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.Who We AreAt Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.Our BenefitsOur goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. 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