J.D. Irving

Facilities Engineer

J.D. Irving$70K — $100K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Graduate degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering
  • 3-5 years of related professional experience
  • Experience in the Pulp and Paper Industry is an asset
  • Self-motivated and flexible individual
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • PMP Designation is an asset but not required
  • Background in Civil or Mechanical Engineering

Responsibilities

  • Manage mill projects from concept to commissioning
  • Lead cross-functional teams including engineers, suppliers, and contractors
  • Support facility programs as needed
  • Collaborate with a motivated team to enhance mill operations

Benefits

  • Training in maintenance planning and project management
  • Opportunity to work on varied maintenance initiatives
  • Experience in improving asset reliability
  • Engagement in a team-oriented work environment
Full Job Description
In this role, you will join a team of highly motivated professionals dedicated to the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of our mill. You will receive exposure to and training in maintenance planning, project management processes, and the coordination of major maintenance activities across the facility.

You will have opportunities to support and lead a variety of facilities maintenance-related initiatives, working closely with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to ensure equipment and infrastructure remain reliable and effective. You may also assist the department in various ways as required to support mill operations and maintenance objectives.

Major facilities maintenance work can include the repair, replacement, modification, or upgrade of facility infrastructure and equipment. This role provides valuable experience in coordinating facilities maintenance activities, improving asset reliability, and supporting the overall performance of the mill.

The salary for this role ranges from $70,000 to $100,000, based on qualifications and experience.

Responsibilities

  • Management of mill projects from concept to commissioning
  • Lead cross functional teams involving engineering consultants, equipment suppliers, unionized contractors and mill personnel to ensure projects are completed in a cost effective, timely and reliable manner
  • Support facility programs when required
  • Work with a highly driven team to support mill activities


Qualifications

  • The ideal candidate will be a graduate of Mechanical or Civil Engineering
  • 3-5 years of experience in their field
  • Prior experience in the Pulp and Paper Industry would be considered an asset
  • Candidate must be self-motivated, driven, & flexible
  • Must have strong oral and written communications skills
  • PMP Designation is considered an asset but not required
  • Civil or Mechanical background


About the Team

Lake Utopia Paper produces high quality corrugating medium for the North American and export markets. Lake Utopia Paper's corrugating medium is a key component of box packaging for a wide variety of industries. Located in Utopia, New Brunswick, our mill has supplied customers in Canada, the U.S. and Latin America for over fifty years.

About J.D. Irving

J.D. Irving is a diversified conglomerate with operations in forestry, paper products, agriculture, transportation, and retail. The company is one of the largest employers in Eastern Canada, with over 16,000 employees. J.D. Irving is committed to sustainable development and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact. The company is also involved in a range of community and charitable activities. J.D. Irving is headquartered in Saint John, New Brunswick.
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