Senior Paper Machine Process Engineer – Optimize & Lead

ForestSource; Kingsport (TN); On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Domtar in Kingsport, TN is seeking a Sr Process Engineer - Paper Machine to promote safety, drive quality improvements, and optimize processes. The role focuses on cost reduction, new product development support, and lean+Six Sigma driven improvements in a high-speed paper mill environment.

The position requires strong technical leadership, ability to read P&ID’s, and experience with capital projects, equipment upgrades, and cross-functional collaboration. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Chemical Engineering, Paper Science, or related field from an accredited university.
• Minimum eight (8) years’ experience in Paper Mill Operations with troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical oversight of paper machine operations for efficiency and quality.
• Deliver technical training on process improvements to workforce.
• Collaborate with maintenance, production and quality to drive improvements.
• Lead process optimization including chemical, fiber, water and steam usage.
• Monitor KPIs using data analytics and Enablon system for problem solving.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

multitasking

Independent & team work

Safety focus

Education

B.S. in Chemical Engineering/Paper Science

Tools

PARCView

SAP

Job description

Domtar in Kingsport, TN is seeking a Sr Process Engineer - Paper Machine to promote safety, drive quality improvements, and optimize processes. The role focuses on cost reduction, new product development support, and lean+Six Sigma driven improvements in a high-speed paper mill environment.

The position requires strong technical leadership, ability to read P&ID’s, and experience with capital projects, equipment upgrades, and cross-functional collaboration. Equal opportunity employer.