Mechanical Engineer

The Mechanical Engineer Position is responsible for the overall site ownership for best maintenance practices, helping manage the maintenance budget, assisting with capital and maintenance projects and supporting corporate initiatives. In addition, he/she will coordinate the mill maintenance business strategy/plan, oversee preventive maintenance and planned maintenance completion. Duties And Responsibilities Reports to Mill Maintenance Superintendent/Manager any information that may impede the operation of the plant as soon as it becomes known. Initiate and/or maintain a cost-effective preventive maintenance program. Oversee and plan contract work and installations done by outside vendors. Assist in selection, evaluation, and installation of capital and expense projects. Assist production areas with troubleshooting and other assistance as needed. Implement, maintain, and support all company policies and procedures, safety program, and good housekeeping. Improve and lead the maintenance organization, designing and implementing long-term continuous improvement applications and systems to enhance the longevity of the site’s equipment. Actively participate in planning and executing outages for the facility. Responsible for maintaining records associated with mechanical integrity. Provide on-call and weekend duty coverage within a designated rotation. Additional duties may be assigned by management. Manages subcontractor relationship to include planning, assigning, and directing work; and addressing complaints and resolving problems. Carries out responsibilities in accordance with organization’s policies and applicable laws. Is required to be hands on when necessary. Education And/or Experience The minimum requirements for education and experience are listed below. Consideration will be given to individuals with an equivalent combination of education and experience. A B.S. degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology (Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, or Pulp/Paper) is preferred. He/She MUST demonstrate knowledge, skill, leadership, and successful application of preventive and predictive maintenance, long-range maintenance planning and budgeting and excellent communication skills with an ability to collaborate with key operations customers. In-depth knowledge of maintenance of the paper manufacturing plant is an asset. Experience with repair and maintenance of processing equipment. Computer Skills To perform this job successfully, an individual must have expertise and proficiency with basic office computer software. Must have the ability to work effectively with Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) and instruct others on its operation. Language Skills Able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, blueprints, P&ID’s, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization. Mathematical Skills Able to read a tape measure with speed and accuracy. Able to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages, measurement, volume and rate. Able to apply concepts of high school math. Reasoning Ability Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or graphic form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Leading root cause analysis and problem solving teams. Analytical and field troubleshooting skills. Technical Skills Working knowledge of mechanical and electrical machinery, including conveyor systems, breakers, boilers, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, etc. Knowledge of computer systems and the ability to learn new complex applications. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations May be required to maintain a current Lift Truck Operator License and/or other appropriate certification to work in certain areas or on certain equipment. Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, talk or hear; frequently use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; occasionally sit; and must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment The employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, wet and/or humid conditions, high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; and vibration. The noise level is usually loud. Leadership Attributes Superior time management skills including the ability to manage multiple issues concurrently. Excellent crisis manager with high emotional control. Excellent employee relations skills and active listening. Demonstrated confidence with consistent leadership style and acceptable level of professional assertiveness. Professional appearance to support managerial representative role. Ability to influence others. Excellent decision-making and organizational skills. The Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer/veterans/disabled (EEO/AA/Vets/Disabled) employer. It is the company's policy to hire and promote the most qualified applicants and to comply with all federal, state and local equal employment opportunity laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr