Electrical Project Engineer (Valdosta Mill)

Packaging Corporation of America; Valdosta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Electrical Project Engineer to enhance mill reliability at their Valdosta facility. This role involves coordinating maintenance programs, improving electrical machinery reliability, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will have a background in electrical engineering, particularly within the pulp and paper industry, and will excel in project management and problem-solving. With competitive benefits and a focus on employee development, this role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative projects in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with Match

Educational Assistance

Paid Holidays

Vacation

Employee Assistance Programs

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in electrical engineering and maintenance.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Manage key maintenance programs from conception to implementation.
• Collaborate with mechanical teams for comprehensive maintenance programs.
• Lead capital projects for equipment replacement and upgrades.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Maintenance Management

Project Management

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

AutoCAD

Project Management Software

Job description

Electrical Project Engineer (Valdosta Mill)

Location: 610-VALDOSTA MILL-S, 5495 Clyattville Lake Park Rd, Valdosta, Georgia, United States of America

Application deadline: Friday, May 2, 2025

Packaging Corporation of America (PCA), a Fortune 500 company, is seeking qualified candidates for the role of Electrical Project & Reliability Engineers at our Valdosta, GA paper mill.

Job Summary

The Electrical Project Engineer is responsible for coordinating the planning, organization, and execution of mill reliability programs. This includes developing electrical reliability initiatives, supporting maintenance and operations teams, and improving the reliability of electrical machinery in the mill.

Principle Responsibilities

1. Manage all phases of key maintenance programs from conception to implementation.
2. Support scheduled maintenance outages and projects in electrical maintenance and engineering.
3. Collaborate with mechanical teams for comprehensive equipment maintenance programs.
4. Develop and maintain equipment manuals, preventive maintenance checklists, and spare parts inventories.
5. Manage equipment tracking, rebuild programs, and utilize predictive and preventive maintenance tools.
6. Plan and oversee outages, including scheduling and resource management.
7. Lead capital projects for equipment replacement and upgrades.
8. Identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvements.
9. Manage contractors and ensure safety and quality standards are met.
10. Perform other related duties as required.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 5-7 years of experience in electrical engineering and maintenance within the pulp and paper industry.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Project, and AutoCAD.
• Successful completion of drug screening and legal authorization to work in the U.S.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the pulp and paper industry is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to work under pressure, multi-task, and build effective relationships.
• Excellent communication, analytical, organizational, and computer skills.
• Decision-making skills with a capacity for creative problem-solving.
• Strong leadership and process management skills.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, retirement plan, educational assistance, paid holidays, vacation, and employee assistance programs.

Application Process

All qualified applicants must apply at Careers.packagingcorp.com. PCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories.