Mechanical Project Engineer

Domtar; United States; Presencial; USD 79.000 - 89.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Relocation support

Retirement savings plan

Annual bonus

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Descripción de la vacante

Domtar, a leading producer of pulp, paper, packaging, tissue and wood products, seeks a Mechanical Project Engineer for the Howe Sound Mill. You will drive CapEx and major maintenance projects, lead cross‑functional teams, and ensure safety, schedule and budget adherence from planning through closeout.

The role partners with operations, maintenance, engineering, procurement and contractors to deliver reliable asset performance and long‑term improvements.

Formación

• Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical preferred.
• Registered as an Engineer‑In‑Training or Professional Engineer with a Canadian association (EGBC preferred).
• PMI PMP designation is an asset.
• Co‑op/internship in pulp & paper or mining is preferred.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Project.
• Experience with ASME B31.1/B31.3/Section VIII codes and API codes preferred.
• Experience with SAP.
• Strong written and verbal communication; excellent interpersonal skills.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare budget costs for CapEx projects.
• Develop scope, schedule, and procurement for maintenance and CapEx.
• PM of maintenance and CapEx projects per PMBOK principles.
• Annual inspection of fall protection anchor points.
• Owner acceptance review of third‑party civil/structural drawings.
• Coordinate with registered professionals for forest road work per guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with HSPP, WSBC and regulations for design and safety.

Conocimientos

Oral & written communication

Interpersonal skills

Stakeholder liaison

Educación

Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical

Professional Engineer / Engineer-In-Training

Herramientas

SAP

MS Project

Microsoft Office

Descripción del empleo

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 Howe Sound Mill, located on the Sunshine Coast of British Columbia is seeking talent to fill the position of Mechanical Project Engineer.

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, the Project Engineer is responsible for leading and managing Capital Expenditure (CapEx) and Major Maintenance projects from initial planning and scope development through execution, commissioning, and closeout. Acting as the Project Manager, this role is accountable for ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with technical specifications, operational requirements, and company standards. The Project Engineer works closely with operations, maintenance, engineering, procurement, contractors, and other stakeholders to coordinate resources, manage project risks, monitor progress, and ensure effective communication throughout the project lifecycle. This role plays a key part in supporting mill reliability, equipment performance, continuous improvement, and long-term asset management.

Position Summary & Responsibilities:

• Preparing budget cost estimates for CapEx projects.
• Scope development, scheduling, and procurement for maintenance and CapEx projects.
• Project Management of maintenance and CapEX projects (ensuring scope, schedule, and budgets for maintenance and CapEx projects are met. All aspects of PMBOK apply).
• Annual inspection of fall protection anchor points.
• Owner acceptance review of 3rd party civil/structural drawings.
• Coordinating registered professional for less than 10km of HSPP Forest Service Road (refer to EGBC Guideline “Professional Services in the Forest Sector: Forest Road” for details).
• Adherence to all HSPP, WSBC, and government regulations pertaining to design and implementation of assigned projects and safe work practices of contractors/consultants.

What You'll Bring:

• Bachelor of Engineering. Mechanical preferred.
• Registered as an “Engineer-In-Training” or “Professional Engineer” with a Canadian engineering association. Engineers & Geoscientist of BC preferred.
• Project Management Professional designation considered an asset.
• Co-op work experience. Maintenance, engineering, and/or project management experience in pulp and paper or mining industries is preferred.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office; Word, Excel, Power Point, and Project.
• Experience with ASME B31.1, B31.3, and Section VIII codes preferred.
• Experience with API codes preferred.
• Experience with SAP preferred.
• General working knowledge of the other engineering disciplines.
• Excellent oral and written skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills for liaising between management, technical staff/union employees, and contractor supervisors.

Why Join Domtar?

This is an opportunity to play a key role in a dynamic industrial environment, contributing to strategic procurement, supplier relationships, cost management, and operational reliability.

• We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, retirement savings plan, annual bonus plan, extensive relocation support, and an Employee and Family Assistance Program.

The annual salary range for this position is $110,000 - $125,000, commensurate with experience, qualifications, and demonstrated capabilities.

Domtar is firmly committed to placing greater emphasis on the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion to empower all employees to reach their full potential. We form a dynamic team whose diverse backgrounds and wealth of perspectives are one of the keys to our success. We offer an inclusive, rewarding and safe work environment with opportunities that will help grow your skills.

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