WestRock

Eng II, Process Control

WestRock • $79K — $131K *
Highgate Springs, VT 05460In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience
  • 5 years of experience in project, operations, or maintenance engineering
  • Strong understanding of AC and DC electrical control circuits with hands-on experience
  • Experience with PLC, HMI/SCADA, and Variable Speed Drives programming and troubleshooting
  • Familiarity with industrial electrical power systems including MV and LV

Responsibilities

  • Support production and maintenance to ensure safety and reliability
  • Collaborate with diverse teams to achieve mill goals
  • Troubleshoot electrical and control issues, providing timely solutions
  • Train and coach electrical staff on troubleshooting techniques
  • Manage all phases of capital and expense projects from inception to installation

Benefits

  • Corporate culture emphasizing integrity, respect, and accountability
  • Comprehensive training and numerous development opportunities
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits
  • 401k plan with matching contributions
  • Paid vacation and holidays, along with employee discount and referral programs
Full Job Description
General Information

Job ID
ATR62990

Posting Job Title
Electrical and Controls Engineer

Locations
VT Sheldon Springs

Employment Type
Full Time

Date Posted
03-Jun-2026

Relocation Support
Yes

Description & Requirements

Position: Electrical and Control Engineer

Job Code: MEPCP2 + Eng II, Process Control

Location: Sheldon Springs, VT

The Opportunity:

The Electrical & Control Engineer's primary responsibility is ownership of the mill's electrical power distribution and control systems. This role supports production, maintenance and a multi-disciplined engineering group with troubleshooting, project development, project management, facilitating electrical maintenance, managing the Mill's electrical safety program, and continuous improvement opportunities. This is an onsite job position based at the paper mill in Sheldon Springs, VT.

How you will impact Smurfit WestRock:

This list identifies the essential functions. As with all jobs, all duties and responsibilities are not listed, and will vary based upon the department, team, and business needs.

  • Support production, maintenance, and engineering departments to ensure safety, quality, reliability, continuous improvement, and cost savings
  • Collaborate with team leaders, supervisors, engineers, operators, technicians, and department managers to meet Mill goals
  • Troubleshoot electrical and control issues, contribute to root cause analysis, and develop timely solutions for production problems that arise
  • Support, train, and coach electrical staff with troubleshooting and skill development
  • Interpret, maintain, develop, and update technical documentation, including electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, control panel layouts, manuals, and software backups
  • Support maintenance outages, startup, and on-site troubleshooting to ensure optimal performance
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives and system upgrades to address obsolescence, enhance performance, reliability, and cost savings.
  • Manage all phases of capital and expense projects from inception through equipment installation and start-up
  • Develop project requirements, scopes, cost estimates, forecasts, and schedules.
  • Develop and/or manage the preparation and review of drawings for assigned projects by working with engineering firms, vendors, and mill personnel.
  • Coordinate all types of design activities including equipment sizing, P&ID's, electrical, and process control.
  • Manage the direction of consultants, contractors, and maintenance work associated with assigned capital and repair projects.
  • Coordinate and supervise construction and startup activities with project teams, Maintenance, and Operations.
  • Control project costs by monitoring expenditures to ensure projects are completed within budget and schedule.
  • Assure all project drawings, documents, equipment information, manuals, etc. become part of the Engineering Document Control System.
  • Management of the Mill's electrical maintenance program.
  • Management of the Mill's electrical safety program
  • Rotational on-call to facilitate unplanned weekend maintenance


What you need:

  • A curiosity to understand how things work, solving technical problems, continuously learn, and sharing knowledge with others
  • Persistent mindset and willingness to work through unfamiliar technical challenges
  • Must be a team player able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to handle multiple competing tasks and demands
  • Organizational skills, with the ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form (technical and non-technical information)
  • Must be comfortable in both a manufacturing and office setting
  • Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Strong understanding of AC and DC electrical control circuits with hands-on experience
  • Strong understanding of industrial electrical power systems including 2.4kVac Medium Voltage (MV) and 600Vac Low Voltage (LV)
  • 5-years of experience in a project, operations, or maintenance engineering role
  • Experience with PLC, HMI/SCADA, Variable Speed Drives system programing, testing, and troubleshooting
  • Experience with MV/ LV motor control centers
  • Able to understand pneumatic and hydraulic systems and related control components
  • Basic understanding of IP subnet addressing


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Work experience in the paper industry or similar industry
  • Capital project development and management
  • Experience with NFPA NEC, NFPA 70E, short circuit analysis, arc flash, and load calculations
  • Industrial communication protocols (Modbus, OPC, DeviceNET, EtherNet/IP)
  • Experience with virtualized computer systems, advanced IP subnet routing, VLANs, firewalls


What we offer:

  • Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.
  • Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities.
  • An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential.
  • Benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k with match, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, employee referral bonus, and much more!
  • A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.


The salary range for this position is $79,125.00 - $131,875.00, depending on your role, level, and location. The range listed is also the expected pay for roles in Illinois and Colorado. The benefits for this role 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, 15 days of paid vacation, and 11 days of paid holidays, subject to annual change. Your pay will be based on factors such as your skills, experience, and education. To learn more about this posting, 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 29-Dec-2026.

About WestRock

Westrock Coffee Company is an integrated coffee, tea, flavors, extracts, and ingredients solutions provider in the U.S., providing coffee sourcing, supply chain management, product development, roasting, packaging, and distribution services to the retail, foodservice and restaurant, convenience store and travel center, CPG, non-commercial, and hospitality industries.

WestRock Careers

Joining WestRock means becoming part of a global team dedicated to supporting some of the world’s leading companies in packaging and distribution solutions. At WestRock, we believe in fostering an environment of growth, innovation, and leadership, making it an ideal place for professionals looking to advance their careers in a dynamic industry.

Work You’ll Do

At WestRock, your work will directly contribute to our mission of redefining how packaging solutions can drive business success. As part of our team, you will use your skills to collaborate on market-leading projects that focus on sustainability and innovation. With a culture that values diversity and leadership, you will be empowered to lead projects at the intersection of technology, sustainability, and customer engagement.

Join Our Market-Leading Team

Become a part of a team where your ideas and contributions are valued. At WestRock, we are committed to providing job opportunities that enhance your professional skills while promoting a culture of diversity and inclusion. Our team consists of over 50,000 dedicated professionals who are leaders in the packaging industry, driving transformation and delivering results with precision and creativity.

Innovative Work

Engage in work that matters with a company that offers diverse job opportunities, from positions in engineering and design to marketing and supply chain management. WestRock is a place where innovation is at the forefront of what we do, integrating cutting-edge technology and sustainable practices to meet the evolving needs of our customers.

Be Part of a Great Team

Working at WestRock means being part of a supportive network that encourages professional growth and development. Enjoy the benefits of a robust internal networking system, diversity training programs, and leadership development opportunities that help you build a fulfilling career.

Future-Proof Your Career

With WestRock, you are not just finding a job; you are building a career. We offer a wide range of career paths, supported by comprehensive training programs and development opportunities that help you grow at every stage of your professional journey. Whether through an internship, entry-level position, or a leadership role, your potential for growth is limitless.

Explore Job Opportunities and Internships

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Learn more about WestRock
Size
49,900 employees
Market Cap
$8.8 billion
Industry
Food & Beverages
Net Income
-$677.4 million
Founded
1953
5 Year Trend
+7.4%
Revenue
$17.5 billion
NASDAQ
WRK
* Ladders Estimates

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