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General Information

Job ID
ATR44051
Posting Job Title
Mechanical Project Engineer
Locations
WA Longview Mill
Employment Type
Full Time
Date Posted
17-Jul-2025
Relocation Support
Yes

Description & Requirements

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.

The opportunity:

Engineers are responsible for coordinating with and providing engineering leadership to the entire operations group to assure safety, quality and efficiency throughout the engineering process. This can include project conceptualization to commissioning and start up. Engineers are required to actively seek ways of improving current methods, systems, and processes to provide customer satisfaction. Engineers must possess strong technical skills and be able to develop recommendations using both learned engineering skills and practical project management skills. Engineers can be responsible for all areas of the mill, including the Paper Mill, Fiberline and Power & Recovery.

 

How you will impact WestRock:

  • Installation of equipment in all areas of the mill -- including design changes to improve safety, efficiency and reduction of the use of resources and lowered production costs.
  • Identify and drive continuous improvement throughout the mill - including researching, designing, and implementing such improvements. Develop solutions to complex problems.
  • Ensure that projects get completed in a safe, timely and efficient manner.
  • Ensure equipment is performing safely and reliably and meets environmental standards.
  • Lead effective team processes to resolve issues and ensure alignment and understanding.
  • Contact vendors, contractors, and governmental agencies as pertinent.
  • Ensure compliance with all regulations and laws as they affect mill projects.
  • Determine and track costs on capital projects and assist with justification.
  • Provide technical expertise for troubleshooting.
  • Develop, record and follow policies and procedures.

 

What you need to succeed:

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
  • PE a plus
  • 3-5 years of experience in manufacturing environment preferred.
  • Paper Industry experience a plus
  • Commitment to Safety -- must be able to identify safety improvement opportunities. Knowledgeable of OSHA regulations regarding industrial safety.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills: general ability to express clearly and concisely ideas and concepts in written and oral form.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills: general ability to express clearly and concisely ideas and concepts in written and oral form.
  • Demonstrated project management and organizational skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to excel with minimum supervision.
  • Analytical and conceptual skills to think and plan strategically.
  • Desire to learn and continue to develop knowledge and skills
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.
The salary range for this position is $92,625.00 - $154,375.00, depending on your role, level, and location. The benefits for this role may include short-term bonus incentive, health, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and paid sick leave as required by applicable state/local law, 10 days of paid vacation, and 11 days of paid holidays, subject to annual change. Your actual pay will be based on your work location and other factors, such as your skills, experience, and education. To learn more about the specific salary range for your preferred location, please contact your recruiter during the hiring process. You may apply online at Smurfit Westrock External Careers and the application window is expected to close by 18-Nov-2027.