Senior Mechanical Engineer – Plant Maintenance & Reliability

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 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.