Safety-Driven Capital Projects Leader

Smurfit Westrock; Roanoke Rapids (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock Roanoke Rapids Mill is seeking a seasoned Project Engineering leader to drive day-to-day activities of the Project Engineering Department. You will oversee safety, environmental compliance, and the execution of capital projects while managing budgets and forecasts.

Your role partners with Operations, Maintenance and Corporate Engineering to ensure reliable asset performance, cost control, and continuous improvement across the mill.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, chemical, or related engineering.
• 10+ years of capital projects experience in the pulp and paper industry.
• Experience leading technical teams and managing cross-functional projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day activities of the Project Engineering Department at Smurfit Westrock Roanoke Rapids Mill.
• Manage the mill’s capital budget and project portfolio, ensuring alignment with scope, schedule, and cost.
• Coordinate internal engineering resources, contractors, OEMs, and external firms as required.
• Provide technical oversight for new equipment purchases, system upgrades, and major modifications.
• Develop engineering talent and foster accountability and collaboration across the mill.

Skills

Engineering leadership

Capital project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Safety & compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, chemical, or related engineering

Tools

JD Edwards

PI ProcessBook

PI Vision

Process control systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Smurfit Westrock Roanoke Rapids Mill is seeking a seasoned Project Engineering leader to drive day-to-day activities of the Project Engineering Department. You will oversee safety, environmental compliance, and the execution of capital projects while managing budgets and forecasts.

Your role partners with Operations, Maintenance and Corporate Engineering to ensure reliable asset performance, cost control, and continuous improvement across the mill.