Senior Mechanical Engineer

Role Overview

• Assess business problems and develop a technical approach to address the issue that considers time constraints, resource limitations and any operational issues
• Carry out process and engineering R&E work employing advanced knowledge of pulping process technologies, natural fiber, tissue making processes, and pulp and paper unit operations
• Keep abreast of latest developments in process technology and engineering design including converting understanding, statistical techniques, and mathematical models.
• Research new process or materials processing technologies in a pilot or larger scale for improved product quality and new product development
• Leveraging technical depth, coach junior team members to build the department’s scientific talent in the areas of process and material development
• Provide protection to technologies, processes, materials, and products through appropriate use of internal technical reports, patents, and trade secrets
• Conduct all communications and transactions with the utmost integrity and honesty to build an unimpeachable business reputation.
• Ensure communication of project plans and results to stakeholders, partners, customers, and other team members.
• Contribute to an environment in which all team members are respected regardless of their individual differences and are motivated to improve both their individual and team contributions to achieve desired business results.
• Visibly demonstrate that safety is a value by following safety procedures, maintaining a safe workplace and complying with safety rules.
• Develop equipment, processes, materials, and products that meet safety codes, policies and guidelines.
• Actively participate in achieving organization and personal safety objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from an accredited college or university
• 8+ years research experience in a variety of technical assignments, an emphasis in pulp and tissue process development
• Experience working on problems in an industrial environment is preferred, particularly in the areas of high-speed manufacturing and consumer products
• Advanced knowledge of scientific principles, scientific analysis, and project management
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required to convey complex research in a high impact manner to scientists as well as business leaders
• Skills in the areas of collaboration, innovation, decisiveness, and conflict resolution are important for success
• Demonstrate strong leadership and creative problem-solving abilities for scientific and business challenges
• Must be able to work and lead in a team environment to meet aggressive deadlines
• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time – occasional international travel possible.

Benefits

• Great support for good health with medical, dental, and vision coverage options with no waiting periods or pre-existing condition restrictions.
• Access to an on-site fitness center, occupational health nurse, and allowances for high-quality safety equipment.
• Flexible Savings and spending accounts to maximize health care options and stretch dollars when caring for yourself or dependents.
• Diverse income protection insurance options to protect yourself and your family in case of illness, injury, or other unexpected events.
• Additional programs and support to continue your education, adopt a child, relocate, or even find temporary childcare.