Senior Mechanical Engineer - Capital Projects

WestRock Company; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

WestRock Company is seeking a qualified individual to manage all phases of capital and expense projects in New York. The candidate should have experience in project management and technical support, particularly within the manufacturing environment.

The role requires a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering and at least five years of relevant experience. Experience in the paper industry is preferred. The position involves collaboration with multiple teams to ensure project success and compliance with safety standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology required.
• Five or more years of experience in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Paper industry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of capital and expense projects from development through execution.
• Develop, manage, and execute multiple capital and maintenance projects simultaneously.
• Work with procurement and legal partners to develop specifications and award projects.

Skills

Project management

Technical support

Communication skills

Risk mitigation

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering

Five or more years related experience

Job description

Career Opportunity

Manage all phases of capital and expense projects from development through execution, including distribution of final project documentation. Provide technical support for Maintenance and Operations activities and support general mill goals for safety, environmental and other concerns.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop, manage and execute multiple capital and maintenance projects simultaneously.
• Individual project responsibilities include design, scope development, estimation, scheduling and construction management.
• Develop and evaluate alternatives to meet long-term goals while coordinating and collaborating with Operations, Maintenance, Procurement and Legal teams.
• Develop a comprehensive Project Execution Plan that includes design, risk mitigation, budget and scheduling.
• Work with Procurement and Legal partners to develop detailed specifications, bid, evaluate, select and award projects.
• Manage third party vendors including construction contractors, equipment manufacturers, engineering firms, technical experts and construction managers.
• Work with Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) and process area operational and maintenance owners to develop a pre-startup safety review (PSSR) to guide each project’s check‑out and start‑up plan.
• Submit completed PSSR in advance of start‑up.
• Utilize project controls during the execution of capital projects including estimating, scheduling, cash flow forecasting and reporting.
• Develop and manage facilities infrastructure maintenance programs.
• Supply technical expertise for mechanical equipment failure analysis and preservation.
• Prepare, review and update mill specifications.
• Provide technical expertise to review and approve "management of change" proposals.
• Support and participate in all mill safety and environmental initiatives and activities.
• Assist in the attainment of general mill goals by serving on special teams or supplying teams with necessary technical support.

Education / Experience

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology.
• Five or more years related experience in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Paper industry experience preferred.

Competencies

• Safety
• Initiative
• Influence Events
• Planning
• Composure
• Managing Diversity
• Ethics and Values
• Integrity and Trust
• Listening
• Written Communications