Valmet Oyj

Lead Engineer

Valmet Oyj$100K — $130K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
  • 5+ years of experience in design, layout, or stress engineering
  • Strong knowledge of AutoCAD and SolidWorks
  • Experience in the Pulp & Paper industry, specifically with vacuum washers and related equipment
  • Proven leadership in project management and coordination of global design teams
  • Ability to perform field measurements and support installation modifications
  • Strong troubleshooting skills for on-site customer support

Responsibilities

  • Lead engineering activities focusing on Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) standards
  • Execute projects to align designs with customer requirements and internal standards
  • Coordinate resources and project deliverables across global teams
  • Develop and review engineering drawings using AutoCAD and SolidWorks
  • Drive continuous improvement of engineering tools and processes
  • Collaborate with international teams for effective project execution
  • Support presentations regarding project scope and equipment design to customers

Benefits

  • Challenging work environment that values innovation
  • Generous wage and benefits package
  • 401k with company match
  • Company-funded pension
  • Opportunities for professional development in a dynamic setting
Full Job Description
About the Role

Join Valmet's team of experts as a Lead Engineer in our Pulp & Fiber Engineering team. At Valmet, we bring together top talent to deliver world-class solutions for our customers.

We are seeking a technically driven and motivated professional who is ready to take ownership of engineering projects, tackle complex challenges, and collaborate across global teams. In this role, you will ensure that equipment designs meet customer specifications while adhering to Valmet's standards and best practices.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and support engineering activities with a strong focus on Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) and equipment design

Execute engineering projects to ensure designs meet customer requirements and Valmet standards

Coordinate scheduling of technical resources, equipment, and project deliverables across global teams

Develop and review engineering drawings using AutoCAD and SolidWorks

Drive adoption and continuous improvement of engineering tools and global processes

Collaborate and coordinate with engineering teams worldwide to ensure seamless project execution

Support customer and internal presentations related to project scope, equipment design, and troubleshooting

Travel to customer sites (20-30%) for troubleshooting, data collection, and field support

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Minimum 5+ years of experience in design, layout, or stress engineering

Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD and SolidWorks

Experience in the Pulp & Paper industry, particularly with: Vacuum washers, Twin roll presses, Agitators, Disk filters, Screens and related pulping equipment, Mechanical Pulping

Proven ability to lead projects and coordinate global design teams

Experience overseeing engineering deliverables and guiding designers to completion

Ability to perform field measurements and support installation modifications

Strong troubleshooting skills to support customer needs on-site

We offer

We offer a challenging work environment that values innovation and suits development-minded people who enjoy working in a fast-paced and dynamic setting. Includes a generous wage and benefits package that includes a 401k with company match as well as company-funded pension.

Please note that any offer of employment is contingent upon a background check and pre-employment physical/drug screen. This position is not eligible for international relocation. Applicant must be authorized to work in the US.

About Valmet Oyj

Valmet Oyj is a Finnish company that provides technology and services for the pulp, paper, and energy industries. The company's products include pulp and paper machines, tissue machines, and power boilers, among others. Valmet has operations in more than 30 countries and serves customers in more than 100 countries. The company was formed in 2013 when Metso Corporation's pulp, paper, and power businesses were demerged into a separate company. Valmet is headquartered in Espoo, Finland.
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