Remote Capital Project Engineer — Commissioning (Pulp/Paper)

International Paper; Atlanta (GA); Remote; USD 137,000 - 183,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

International Paper is seeking a Capital Project Engineer – Commissioning to lead CC&S from project approval through startup within a remote role requiring significant travel. You will develop commissioning procedures, oversee tests, and collaborate with vendors, mill teams, and engineering to ensure accurate P&IDs and safe execution.

The position demands 5+ years in papermill environments, strong project leadership, and the ability to travel 70–85% of the time while maintaining schedule

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience within papermills.
• Ability to travel 70-85% of the time.
• Ability to work independently to complete project requirements.
• Ability to work with project teams of diverse roles and skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead CC&S from project approval through startup.
• Develop commissioning procedures and systems.
• Oversee Integrated Factory Acceptance Test to simulate commissioning.
• Build an integrated CC&S schedule with suppliers and mill teams.
• Ensure CC&S activities meet safety standards.
• Collaborate with mill and engineering for accurate P&ID.

Skills

Project leadership

Team collaboration

Travel readiness

Independent worker

Job description

International Paper is seeking a Capital Project Engineer – Commissioning to lead CC&S from project approval through startup within a remote role requiring significant travel. You will develop commissioning procedures, oversee tests, and collaborate with vendors, mill teams, and engineering to ensure accurate P&IDs and safe execution.

The position demands 5+ years in papermill environments, strong project leadership, and the ability to travel 70–85% of the time while maintaining schedule