Mechanical Engineer

Domtar Corporation; Sanford (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Supportive working environment

Opportunities for learning and growth

Job summary

Domtar Corporation is seeking a full-time Mechanical Engineer in Sanford, Florida. The role involves preventive maintenance, troubleshooting mechanical issues, ensuring compliance with regulations, and collaboration with teams. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and 2-6 years of relevant experience in an industrial environment. The job offers a supportive working atmosphere with opportunities for career growth, and it emphasizes safety and sustainability in operations.

Qualifications

• 2-6 years of experience as a Mechanical/Maintenance Engineer in industrial mills.
• Experience in construction management or maintenance in industrial environments.
• Ability to collaborate with all organizational levels.

Responsibilities

• Develop and track preventative maintenance schedules.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities.

Skills

Mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Attention to detail and organizational skills

Computer-based maintenance software skills (e.g., SAP, MS Office)

Ability to utilize AutoCAD

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)

AutoCAD

Job description

Location: Sanford, FL, US, 32771

Mechanical Engineer

Domtar is a leading producer of pulp, paper, packaging, tissue and wood products. Through our focus on safety and sustainability, as well as our commitment to operational excellence and our network of facilities across Canada and the United States, Domtar delivers high-quality and cost-effective products to customers around the world.

Our workforce is comprised of 14,000 talented and hardworking individuals. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, a supportive working environment, rewarding career paths and plenty of opportunities for learning and growth.

The location in Sanford, (Florida, United States), is seeking talent to fill the position of Mechanical Engineer. This job is full-time permanent.

Essential Functions

Preventive and predictive maintenance: Develop, implement, and track preventative maintenance schedules to maximize equipment uptime and minimize breakdowns. Use predictive maintenance techniques and data from monitoring systems to anticipate failures.

Troubleshooting and repair: Diagnose and resolve mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues in a timely manner.

Installation and upgrades: Recommend and implement upgrades or modifications to improve equipment performance and reliability.

Safety and compliance: Ensure all maintenance activities comply with health, safety, and environmental regulations, including OSHA and EPA standards. Follow company safety procedures, such as Lockout/Tagout.

Record-keeping: Maintain detailed and accurate records of all maintenance activities, repairs, and equipment history, often using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).

Collaboration: Work with production, operations, and management teams to coordinate maintenance schedules and support projects. Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to find and implement solutions.

Leadership: Lead the mechanical maintenance crew in the absence of the supervisor. Oversee contractors.

Planning: Develop job planning and project planning skills to assist with outage planning.

Proven analytical and problem‑solving skills.

Candidate must have a deep understanding of mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

Ability to work in challenging environments.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Ability to work independently and/or as part of a team.

Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Excellent computer skills with computer‑based maintenance software such as SAP, MS Office and scheduling software. The ability to utilize AutoCAD is an asset.

Required Qualifications / Professional Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.

It is preferred that the candidate have 2-6 years of experience working in an industrial mill as a Mechanical/Maintenance Engineer. Experience on projects with an operating company or engineering firm as part of a team is considered an asset.

Experience in construction management and/or maintenance experience in industrial/process plant environment.

Ability to work with all levels of the organization, including the management committee and senior leaders.

Domtar is an equal‑opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, color, sex (including gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), marital status, religion, national origin, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. We are also committed to ensuring reasonable accommodations for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.