Sr. Electrical Project Engineer - WestRock Company

The Electrical Project Engineer is primarily responsible for developing and managing a portfolio of capital projects safely to meet budget, schedule, and technical objectives at the mill. The Project Engineer will also provide technical assistance to Manufacturing and Maintenance. How you will impact WestRock: This list identifies the essential functions. As with all jobs, all duties and responsibilities are not listed, and will vary based upon the department, team, and business needs. * Leads cross-functional teams in the development and implementation of a portfolio of capital projects. * Leads all aspects of conceptual & preliminary design and core team selection and scope development. * Leads all aspects of equipment and system selection, procurement, installation, checkout, and commissioning. * Develops allocation/appropriation requests, creates, and tracks budgets and schedules. * Develops management of change plan. * Participates in post-startup tracking & evaluation of results and returns. * Selects, leads, and manages multiple consulting and contract resources. * Maintains safe and clean working environment by enforcing procedures, rules, and regulations. * Maintains product and company reputation by complying with federal and state regulations. * Manages projects during power/recovery boiler annual outages. * Manages projects during paper machine outages. * Provides technical support to Maintenance Planners, Foremen, and to other Engineers. * Follows mill\u2019s safety protocols in addition to following state and federal safety laws and regulations. What you need to succeed: * Bachelor\u2019s degree in electrical engineering * 3-5 years\u2019 work experience in project management required. * Experience in pulp and paper industry preferred. * Working knowledge of Programmable Logic Controller (e.g. Honeywell, Allen Bradley), Variable Frequency Drives (VFD\u2019s) and Power Distribution Systems. * Proficient computer skills including experience with Microsoft Office * Strong leadership ability along with high ethical standards, with uncompromising focus on worker safety and regulatory compliance requirements. * Solid ability to organize and plan, working independently with minimal supervision. * Ability to forecast spending on projects and manage projects within budget. * Ability to maintain a balance of work priorities and complete assignments within established timeframes. * Take on every assignment with a sense of urgency. * Attention to detail and accuracy is essential. * Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks in a demanding work environment. * Ability to interact collaboratively as part of a team. * Strong analytical skills and the ability to draw valid conclusions supported by fact and data. * Strong oral and written communication skills, including ability to present information in a clear and concise manner. Compensation Offered: * Salary Range: $97,300 - $155,500 DOE (Junior, Intermediate, Senior levels) * Bonus/Commission Eligible: Yearly Short-Term Incentive Program (STIP) bonus based off metrics. Benefits Offered WestRock offers a variety of benefits and group health insurance options, the premium costs of which are currently shared by employees and WestRock (e.g., health, dental, vision, disability, flexible spending account, HSA, life insurance, paid time off, employee assistance program, matching 401K). What we offer: * Corporate culture is based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence. * Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities * An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential. * A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work. Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward. Smurfit Westrock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. Smurfit Westrock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.