Capital Project Engineer

Colonial Group; Jackson (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group is seeking a capable engineer to manage capital projects within a mill environment. The role covers from inception through implementation of projects ranging from $10,000 to $5,000,000, including feasibility studies and cost controls.

Candidates should have a BS in mechanical/electrical/civil or paper engineering with at least three years in pulp and paper or related industries, plus strong leadership, communication, and planning skills. Flexibility for shift work is required.

Qualifications

• BS degree in mechanical (preferred), electrical, civil or paper engineering with a minimum of three years' experience in pulp and paper or related industry.
• Working knowledge of process improvement, capital execution and project management methods.
• Ability to form and lead teams or contribute to a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Execute capital projects in the range of $10,000 to $5,000,000 from inception to implementation.
• Manage project cost controls, planning and scheduling, contractor management, start-up management and safety.
• Interface with corporate engineering, planning, outside consultants, equipment manufacturers and material suppliers.
• Ensure internal customer satisfaction through application of quality standards and practices.
• Work with project sponsors to justify authorization and expenditure of capital funds.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Process improvement

Cost control

Communication

Planning & scheduling

Computer skills

Education

BS degree in mechanical/electrical/civil/paper engineering

Job description

Responsibilities:

Provides technical and project management expertise for capital project execution in a mill environment. Executes capital projects in the range of $10,000 to $5,000,000 from inception to implementation. Completes feasibility studies in support of AFE development. Administrative responsibilities include project cost controls, planning and scheduling, contractor management, check-out and start-up management, and safety. Interfaces with corporate engineering and planning, outside consultants, equipment manufacturers and material suppliers. Ensures internal customer satisfaction through the application of quality standards and practices. Works with project sponsors to justify the authorization and expenditure of capital funds.

Qualifications:

B.S. Degree in mechanical (preferred), electrical, civil or paper engineering with a minimum of three years' experience in pulp and paper or related industry. A working knowledge of process improvement, capital execution and project management methods is preferred. Must be able to form and lead teams or contribute to a team environment. The successful candidate must possess computer skills, be highly organized, able to execute assignments and communicate effectively. Must be willing and able to work any shift, weekends, holidays, and overtime, as needed.