Senior Engineer, Mechanical

Domtar; Hawesville (KY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Domtar is seeking a Senior Engineer, Mechanical at our Hawesville, KY facility. This full-time role leads preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and upgrades for mechanical systems, with emphasis on reliability and safety.

The candidate should have a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering and 2–6 years in an industrial mill, plus experience with CMMS, SAP, and AutoCAD. Collaboration with production and management is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 2-6 years of experience in an industrial mill as Mechanical/Maintenance Engineer.
• Experience on projects with an operating company or engineering firm is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Preventive and predictive maintenance schedules to maximize uptime.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues.
• Install and upgrade equipment for better performance.
• Ensure safety and regulatory compliance, including OSHA/EPA.
• Maintain detailed CMMS records of maintenance activities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Mechanical systems understanding

Problem-solving

Interpersonal/communication

Independence/teamwork

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Scheduling software

AutoCAD

Job description

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 Hawesville, (Kentucky, United States), is seeking talent to fill the position of Senior Engineer, Mechanical.

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.

Skills/Competencies:

• 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.
• Maintenance experience in industrial/process plant environment.
• Ability to work with all levels of the organization, including the management committee and senior leaders.

You will be required to successfully complete a selection process that could include interviews, an employment background check, a pre-employment drug and alcohol screen, reference verifications, aptitude tests (for some positions), and a fitness-for-duty test (for some positions).

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 Disability Act of 1990.

Once your application has been submitted, you will receive a confirmation email. If you are selected to interview, you will be contacted by a member of our Human Resources team.

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