Capital Project Engineer – Commissioning CC&S -Pulp/Paper industry - Remote w/travel

International Paper; Atlanta (GA); Remote; USD 137,000 - 183,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

International Paper is seeking a Capital Project Engineer – Commissioning to lead CC&S from project approval through startup within a remote role requiring significant travel. You will develop commissioning procedures, oversee tests, and collaborate with vendors, mill teams, and engineering to ensure accurate P&IDs and safe execution.

The position demands 5+ years in papermill environments, strong project leadership, and the ability to travel 70–85% of the time while maintaining schedule

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience within papermills.
• Ability to travel 70-85% of the time.
• Ability to work independently to complete project requirements.
• Ability to work with project teams of diverse roles and skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead CC&S from project approval through startup.
• Develop commissioning procedures and systems.
• Oversee Integrated Factory Acceptance Test to simulate commissioning.
• Build an integrated CC&S schedule with suppliers and mill teams.
• Ensure CC&S activities meet safety standards.
• Collaborate with mill and engineering for accurate P&ID.

Skills

Project leadership

Team collaboration

Travel readiness

Independent worker

Job description

Capital Project Engineer – CommissioningCC&S -Pulp/Paper industry - Remote w/travel

• Atlanta, GA

Capital Project Engineer – Commissioning
Key to success: Must have significant Pulp and/or Paper Machine CC&S and capital project experience.

OEM experience is ideal

The Pay Rate: PL 18

$137,400-183,200+

Remote, significant travel required

The Job You Will Perform:

Work within Capital Execute Team reporting to Leader of the Construction, Checkout. and Commissioning Group.

Lead the process of CC&S from project approval through startup

Lead/ review the development of commissionable systems & commissioning procedures

Oversee Integrated Factory Acceptance Test to simulate commissioning procedures

Develop Decontamination procedures for agreed systems

Work with vendors to startup and troubleshoot the project process equipment.

Work with the Project Team to build an integrated schedule.

Build and maintain CC&S schedules making adjustments as systems and equipment becomes available

Ensure all CC&S activities are within adherence to safety standards

Work with mill and engineering to ensure an accurate P&ID is developed with accuratenames of equipment

The Qualifications, Skills and Knowledge You Will Bring:

• Ability to work with project teams of diverse roles and skills
• 5+ years of relevant experience within papermills
• Ability to travel 70-85% of the time
• Ability to work independently to complete project requirements

The Benefits You Will Enjoy:

International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets

The Career You Will Build:

Leadership training, promotional opportunities

The Impact You Will Make:

We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 125 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP.

The Culture You Will Experience:

International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.

The Company You Will Join:

International Paper (NYSE: IP; LSE: IPC) creates sustainable packaging solutions that enable our customers, teammates and shareowners to thrive in an ever-changing world. We are a leader in corrugated packaging, partnering with customers across industries to protect what matters most, strengthen supply chains and create lasting value. Learn more at internationalpaper.com.

International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [e-mail] or [phone].