Engineer

About the Role

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.

Key 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

Qualifications

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

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

Why Valmet?

At Valmet, you will work in a collaborative environment focused on innovation, continuous improvement, and engineering excellence. This is an opportunity to grow your skills while contributing to impactful projects in the Wood Handling space.

We offer

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 401k with company match as well as company-funded pension.

Please note that any offer of employment is contingent upon a background check and pre-employment physical/drug screen. This position is not eligible for international relocation. Applicant must be authorized to work in the US.

When everything works together

Valmet is where the best talent from a wide variety of backgrounds comes together. With over 19,000 professionals around the world, we are the leading global developer and supplier of technologies, automation and services for the pulp, paper, and energy industries, and serve an even wider base of process industries with our automation systems and flow control solutions. Our commitment to moving our customers' performance forward requires creativity, technological innovations, service knowledge - and teamwork.

Join the team!

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