Electrical Reliability Engineer

Global Cellulose Fibers; Columbus (MS); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Cellulose Fibers seeks an Electrical Reliability Engineer for the Columbus Modified Fiber plant. The role leads projects, analyzes failures, and drives reliability improvements under the Maintenance Manager.

Collaboration with plant operations and maintenance teams is key. The candidate should have a bachelor's in electrical engineering, 3+ years in manufacturing, and expertise in power distribution/control systems, AutoCAD, and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent manufacturing experience.
• Minimum three years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with Power Distribution/Control Systems is required.
• Strong leadership and safety mindset are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead moderately complex engineering projects and supervise technical staff.
• Improve machinery reliability through failure analysis and optimization.
• Manage project scope, estimate, plan, design, and budget.
• Support E&I design for plant capital projects.
• Assist with plant shutdown planning and resource allocation.
• Ensure compliance with environmental and safety requirements.

Skills

Electrical Eng

Power Systems

Control Systems

AutoCAD

MS Office

Leadership

Safety

Communication

Team Player

Willing to Learn

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Columbus, MS

Pay Rate

$95,000 - $125,000

Multiple factors, including Individual experience, skills and abilities will determine where an employee is ultimately placed in the pay range.

Category/Shift

Salaried Full-Time

About The Role

This position supports Global Cellulose Fibers’ Columbus Modified Fiber plant (CMF). CMF is a converting operation that produces specialty fibers used in the production of diapers and other absorbent personal care products.

We have an immediate opening for an Electrical Reliability Engineer. The successful candidate will be responsible for moderately complex engineering projects and direct the work of assigned technical associates. They will promote increased performance of machinery and equipment through failure analysis, and report to the Maintenance Manager.

The Electrical Reliability Engineer Will

• Work with plant operations, maintenance and engineering to implement strategic initiatives that support achievement of reliability objectives, key performance metrics, maintenance cost objectives and capital projects execution
• Responsible for all aspects of project management: scope development, estimating, planning, design, prioritization, scheduling, implementation/construction management and budget management
• Responsible for assigned Maintenance projects
• Provide Training support for E&I Maintenance Team members
• Support the Electrical Power Distribution Program activities
• Responsible for equipment reliability improvements
• Responsible for ensuring projects are compliant with all environmental and safety requirements
• Provides electrical and instrumentation (E&I) design support for Plant capital projects
• Support the planning effort of Plant shutdowns to include: complex job planning, job coordination, resource planning and financial management
• Monitor effectiveness of E&I predictive and preventative maintenance programs
• Identify and develop opportunities for improvement and optimization based on failure analysis outcomes

About You: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent work experience in a manufacturing environment
• Minimum of three (3) years' engineering experience in a manufacturing environment
• Power Distribution and/or Control Systems (i.e., Emerson, Rockwell, Honeywell) required
• Strong computer skills including proficiency with AutoCAD and all Microsoft Office applications
• Experience in the pulp and paper industry is preferred
• Excellent leadership skills
• Proven commitment to safety and safety processes
• Strong technical foundation in control systems and electrical engineering
• High level of initiative and motivation
• Strong communication skills (oral & written)
• Able to excel with minimum supervision and work independently
• Desire and ability to work as a team player
• Desire to aggressively learn and continue to develop knowledge and skills

About Global Cellulose Fibers (GCF)

Our GCF business helps customers transform renewable cellulose fibers into essential everyday products. Our safe, high-quality pulp forms the basis for a wide range of applications like towel and tissue products, diapers, feminine care, incontinence and other personal care products that promote health and wellness. In addition, our specialty pulp serves as a sustainable raw material used in construction materials, paints, coatings and more. GCF generated $2.8B in revenue in 2024 and has 3,300 employees globally, with nine manufacturing facilities and eight regional offices. Additional information can be found by visiting globalcellulosefibers.com.

Why GCF

Global Cellulose Fibers 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.

We've Got You Covered

At Global Cellulose Fibers, our employees are our most important asset and that’s reflected in our benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans. We are proud to offer a variety of benefits to support our employees and their families, including:

• Medical, Dental, Life insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• 401(k) and Company-funded retirement contributions
• Paid Time Off

Physical Location of Position

Columbus Modified Fiber Plant

371 Manufacturers Drive

Columbus, MS 39701

Global Cellulose Fibers 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. Global Cellulose Fibers 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].