Site Electrical Engineer

Site Electrical Engineer

At Irving Tissue, we recognize that the key to our success is our people. Irving Tissue is a leading manufacturer of premium tissue products – including national brands and private label. We pride ourselves in our commitment to providing the best quality products and exceptional service to our consumers and customers. We are also part of a larger organization that acts responsibly when it comes to sustainable practices that begins with a history rooted since 1957. We have planted 1.1 billion trees since then, and have been recognized as a Carbon Neutral Forest Supply Chain. We also manufacture private label diapers and training pants for North American retailers.

The Site Electrical Engineer will be responsible for the overall power distribution of the plant. The successful candidate will have a passion for continuous improvement, a creative mind, and a great attitude.

Responsibilities: 

• Oversee the design, specification, and installation of all electrical equipment; including transformers, switch gear, MCC’s, Motors and controls.
• Be the subject matter expert for power distribution lockout.
• Oversees the electrical infrastructure of the plant and provides input to the maintenance team to maintain the electrical equipment.
• Assisting with the continuous improvement of existing and new processing equipment.
• Working with the maintenance and operations teams to determine the specifications for new equipment and plant upgrades
• Oversee the design, specification, and installation of mechanical equipment; including conveyors, pumps, and processing systems.
• Providing direction/input in the tender, analysis and award of engineering and construction contracts.
• Monitoring project activities including cost and schedule within assigned area and providing timely updates to management.
• Coordinating, scheduling and supervising the installation of new equipment
• Providing field support during project construction and commissioning activities.
• Ownership of electrical savings opportunities from idea to completion
• The main plant contact for the local electrical power company.

Job Requirements: 

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Associate’s Degree in Engineering Technology

Experience

• Minimum 5 years' relevant experience
• Experience with building automation, energy control systems, commissioning, and energy savings calculations
• Strong analytical and communication skills
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Working knowledge of MS Office and MS Project
• Knowledge of Energy Management Program Development
• PLC and Instrumentation experience preferred

To Apply for this Career Opportunity 
Please apply online at https://careers.jdirving.com/. 

For further details, please contact Recruitment at icprecruitment@irvingconsumerproducts.com  
We appreciate your interest in our company! Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.  
 

To learn more about our products and services, click here.  
 
Irving Tissue is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment for all employees.

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