Project Engineer: Capital Projects for Mill Operations

Smurfit Westrock; Dallas, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401k with match

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Employee referral bonus

Learning & development opportunities

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock is seeking a Project Engineer in Dallas, TX to coordinate planning and execution of engineering projects across operations, maintenance, I&E and safety. You will provide technical direction, develop engineered solutions, and manage capital and expense projects from inception to completion at the on-site mill.

You will lead teams, supervise contractors, maintain safety standards, and prepare drawings and reports to support the mill’s operating plan and goals.

Qualifications

• BS Mechanical, Electrical or Industrial Engineering from accredited institution.
• Strong leadership ability with high ethical standards and safety focus.
• 1-3 years' heavy manufacturing experience; pulp & paper experience preferred.
• Ability to forecast spending and manage projects within budget.
• Ability to read/interpret blueprints and prepare reports.
• Experience coordinating with operations, maintenance, and safety teams.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate planning, organizing, and completion of engineering projects at the Dallas mill.
• Provide technical direction and engineered solutions to maintenance and operations.
• Manage all project phases from inception through final execution within budget and schedule.
• Supervise outside contractors and coordinate with mill teams on outages and repairs.
• Develop drawings, specifications, and execution plans to convey project requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Project planning

Teamwork

Education

BS Mechanical, Electrical or Industrial Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Smurfit Westrock is seeking a Project Engineer in Dallas, TX to coordinate planning and execution of engineering projects across operations, maintenance, I&E and safety. You will provide technical direction, develop engineered solutions, and manage capital and expense projects from inception to completion at the on-site mill.

You will lead teams, supervise contractors, maintain safety standards, and prepare drawings and reports to support the mill’s operating plan and goals.