Project Engineer (Electrical)

Sappi; KwaZulu-Natal; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Sappi is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to lead capital projects at its mill in KwaZulu-Natal. The role involves project management, including design, estimation, and execution, focusing on Electrical and Instrumentation. Ideal candidates will possess strong leadership skills and a background in industrial environments, with a commitment to safety and quality.

Qualifications

• 7-10+ years of experience in capital project management.
• Experience in electrical and instrumentation design preferred.
• Strong background in control systems and PLC.

Responsibilities

• Manage capital projects from design through to close-out.
• Focus on Electrical and Instrumentation aspects of projects.
• Lead multi-disciplinary teams and ensure project safety.

Skills

Electrical / instrumentation design

Control systems

Project management

Communication skills

Multi-disciplinary team leadership

Safety leadership

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering BSEE, BSEET or equivalent

Job description

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Sappi North America
Sappi Somerset, is one of the largest, most advanced and high performing mills in North America with one of the lowest mill emissions. Our packaging papers are suited across a range of market segments including health and beauty, confectionery, premium beverages and food packaging. We manufacture labels for cans and jars and our graphic papers are used in direct mail, magazines and catalogs. Nearly $1 billion in the last decade has been invested to expand into sustainable and renewable SBS board grades for folding carton and foodservice, including the rebuilds of PM1 in 2018 and PM2, to be completed in 2025. The Somerset mill focuses on safety, sustainability, quality, and innovation.

Overview:

This position has responsibility for the creation and execution of mill capital projects as assigned. This includes project initiation, design, cost estimation, scope and cost control, construction, project safety, commissioning, and all other aspects of project management through project close-out. The key area of concentration will be in the Electrical and Instrument (E&I) fields.

Required Qualifications:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering BSEE, BSEET or equivalent
• Strong background in electrical / instrumentation design for industrial environments (pulp and paper preferred)
• Extensive knowledge of control systems, DCS, PLC, & Drive Systems
• Strong power systems background
• Strong initiative, self-directed, quick learner with a strong desire for continuous improvement
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Can effectively lead and work with others, lead meetings and present information to groups
• Proven ability to lead multi-disciplined teams in the implementation of projects up to $20MM
• Assist in the training and development of less experienced engineers that may be assigned for specific purposes
• Effectively manage and gain the support of resources who are not direct reports
• Can effectively manage multiple priorities
• Strong safety leadership skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• 7-10+ years of experience in capital project management with E&I focus
• Experience in problem solving and change management systems (Kepner-Tregoe, Root Cause Failure Analysis, Management of Change, Reliability Centered Maintenance)
• Pulping and wood free coated paper project and maintenance experience

Salary is determined by a number of factors including the value of the job to the organization, market forces, internal equity and skills brought to the job.

Sappi provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Sappi complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

ABOUT SAPPI

Sappi isa leading global provider of everyday materials made from woodfibre-based renewable resources. As a diversified, innovative and trusted leader focused on sustainable processes and products, we are building a more circular economy by making what we should, not just what we can.