Project Engineer

From its world-class manufacturing facility in Longview WA., NORPAC delivers a broad range of high-quality papers to customers across the United States and around the world. NORPAC makes high-quality and environmentally conscious packaging paper, copy paper and printing paper grades. Consistent with its’ Mission, NORPAC is a team-based work environment where individuals integrate safety, teamwork, innovation, and citizenship as core values in pursuit of world class performance while leading a principle based, process disciplined organization. NORPAC is looking for a skilled Project Engineer to develop projects/solutions and who enjoys working with a multi-discipline team in a fast paced and innovative manufacturing environment. Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions) Plan, lead, organize, and monitor capital and major maintenance projects consistent with NORPAC business goals Conduct feasibility, scoping, planning, implementation, and commissioning phases of engineering projects Manage engineering consulting personnel engaged in preparation of project scope and estimates, detail design, and equipment procurement for large projects Perform basic mechanical and piping design as needed for small projects Coordinate work with other engineers, operations, and maintenance on small and large projects. Specify and assist in procurement of equipment and materials Learn and apply formal problem-solving techniques to improve process capability and product quality Work with operations, maintenance, and management to solve daily safety, production, and quality issues Participate and/or facilitate problem-solving task teams Working knowledge of process piping and equipment (e.g. pressure vessels, pumps, pressing equipment, drying equipment, conveyers, and roll handling) Other duties as assigned and identified Required Qualifications and Key Skills: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering or related field and/or equivalent education/experience Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing facility Possess excellent skills in written and oral communication, time management, problem solving, conflict resolution and small task group facilitation Demonstrated ability to develop cooperative working relationships between individuals and departments and a demonstrated ability to learn and continue to develop knowledge and skills base Ability to prepare, analyze, and critique project financial justifications Demonstrated experience in project management Strong computer knowledge and skills that includes experience in Microsoft Office suite including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint Flexible to meet changing business and team needs and ability to manage multiple concurrent projects. Ability to excel with minimal supervision Action-oriented and results-focused person, with the ability to flow to work Able to thrive in an autonomous, empowered, self-driven, and rapidly evolving and improving work environment Desirable: 7 or more years of experience in a manufacturing facility Prior experience in pulp and paper engineering and/or field work concerning pulp and paper-making machinery and piping systems Working knowledge of AutoCAD, MS Project, and SAP Experience working with non-traditional, high-performance work systems Compensation: Annual salary range for this position is $91,000 - $135,000, depending on experience (DOE). This position is eligible for: NORPAC offers a highly competitive benefit package to include medical/vision and dental benefits, a company sponsored 401k match and additional company contribution, basic life insurance, employee assistance program, vacation pay, floaters upon hire, and paid holidays.