Junior Mechanical Engineer: Mill Automation & Reliability

WESTFRASER; Nacogdoches (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits starting Day 1

On-the-job training

401K with company match

Job summary

West Fraser seeks a Mechanical Engineer to support mill operations by analyzing and improving safety production processes. This entry-level role focuses on reliability, advanced process control, and real-time optimization for improved safety and uptime.

You will work with cross-functional teams to evaluate process variability, system health, and machine-performance data, applying model-based controls and predictive maintenance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related).
• Ability to read electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with data-analysis tools and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Support capital projects and equipment upgrades with vendors and internal teams.
• Facilitate root cause analysis (RCA) for downtime and efficiency loss events.
• Collaborate with maintenance and production teams on improvements.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and promote safe practices.
• Leverage data analytics to improve process performance.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Data-driven decision making

Effective communication

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering

Tools

PLC programming

HMI programming

Microsoft Office

SCADA

Industrial data-analysis tools

Job description

West Fraser seeks a Mechanical Engineer to support mill operations by analyzing and improving safety production processes. This entry-level role focuses on reliability, advanced process control, and real-time optimization for improved safety and uptime.

You will work with cross-functional teams to evaluate process variability, system health, and machine-performance data, applying model-based controls and predictive maintenance.