Facility Preservation Engineer - Civil

International Paper; Canada; On-site; CAD 98,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global supplier of renewable fiber-based products is seeking a Facility Preservation Engineer for its Grande Prairie Mill. The role involves maintaining assets to ensure reliability and safety in a dynamic work environment, offering opportunities for professional growth and contributions to sustainable practices.

Benefits

Comprehensive health plans

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

On-site cafeteria

Qualifications

• 8-10 years’ experience in industrial, manufacturing, or maintenance environments.
• Experience in analysis, design, fabrication, installation, and repair of structures and piping.
• Knowledge of soil properties, building systems, and relevant codes.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and protect assets to ensure manufacturing reliability and safety.
• Provide technical support for engineering projects and ensure compliance.
• Assist with regulatory applications and guidelines.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Attention to Detail

Technical Competence

Education

B.S. or RET (PLEng) in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SAP

Job description

Position Title:

Facility Preservation Engineer – Civil

Category/Shift:
Salaried Full-Time

Pay Range:
$98,300 - $131,000

PL 13

Multiple factors, including individual experience, skills, and abilities, will determine the final placement within the pay range.

Physical Location:
International Paper Grande Prairie Pulp Mill
53024A Resources Road
County of Grande Prairie No.1
Directions: Travel 12 km south of Grande Prairie on Resources Road.

To learn more about the Northwest Alberta region, visit Work NW Alberta.

The Job You Will Perform:

International Paper’s Grande Prairie Global Cellulose Fibers Mill is seeking a Facility Preservation Engineer. Reporting to the Maintenance Reliability Leader, this role is responsible for maintaining and protecting assets to ensure manufacturing reliability, personnel safety, and environmental protection. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of industrial reliability improvement methods, programs, processes, and technologies.

Key Functions:

1. Designs, plans, assists, coordinates, and completes facility design work requests.
2. Ensures compliance with all safety standards and legal requirements.
3. Provides technical support for engineering projects.
4. Maintains current control documents, including isometrics and process flow diagrams.
5. Ensures mechanical standards are current and available for rotating equipment, piping, pressure vessels, and tanks.
6. Assists with regulatory applications and standards compliance.
7. Ensures mill performance aligns with IP policies, procedures, specifications, and standards, including ABSA compliance.
8. Provides coaching and mentoring to junior engineers.
9. Collaborates with maintenance and operations teams on various infrastructure and equipment including tanks, pressure vessels, HVAC, piping, insulation, and more.
10. Supports the development and installation of capital projects.
11. Mentors less experienced technical staff.
12. Assists Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) in maintaining waste and water treatment assets.
13. Helps team members understand facility preservation plans and work requirements.

Key Accountabilities:

• Ensure mill performance meets IP policies and standards.
• Oversee infrastructure and equipment maintenance and upgrades.
• Support capital project development.
• Assist EHS with waste and water treatment maintenance.

The Skills You Will Bring:

• B.S. or RET (PLEng) in Civil Engineering.
• 8-10 years’ experience in industrial, manufacturing, or maintenance environments.
• Experience in analysis, design, fabrication, installation, and repair of structures and piping.
• Knowledge of soil properties, building systems, AutoCAD, finite element analysis, and relevant codes.
• Membership in APEGA or ability to obtain it.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and SAP.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Strong technical competence and attention to detail.

The Benefits You Will Enjoy:

Comprehensive health, welfare, and retirement plans, including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Disability coverage, Gainsharing, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, and on-site cafeteria.

How We Take Care of Our Employees:

Safe, inclusive, and engaging work environment with opportunities for training and advancement. Located just outside the city for a good work-life balance. We promote a culture of safety, respect, and diversity.

The Career You Will Build:

Leadership training and promotional opportunities within a global company.

The Impact You Will Make:

Contributing to sustainable practices and building a better future for communities, people, and the planet.

The Culture You Will Experience:

International Paper values diversity, inclusivity, and respect, fostering a workplace where everyone can do their best work.

The Company You Will Join:

International Paper is a leading global supplier of renewable fiber-based products, with operations worldwide and a focus on sustainability and innovation.

This role involves duties in a safety-sensitive environment and requires pre-employment testing.