Sr. Project Engineer

About RYAM

RYAM is a global leader of cellulose-based technologies, including high purity cellulose specialties, a natural polymer commonly found in filters, food, pharmaceuticals and other industrial applications. The Company also manufactures products for paper and packaging markets. With manufacturing operations in the U.S., Canada and France, RYAM employs approximately 2,500 people and generates approximately $1.4 billion of revenues. More information is available at

RYAMs intellectual property and manufacturing processes have been developed over 90 years, resulting in unique properties and very high quality and consistency. RYAM is consistently ranked among the nations top 50 exporters and delivers products to 79 ports around the world, serving customers in 20 countries across five continents.

At RYAM, were shaping the future of talent.

RYAM has a specific purposeto be the worlds leading manufacturer of renewable products, including paper, packaging, and high purity cellulose. We want smart, innovative people who can find new ways to solve challenging problems. We need talented professionals across multiple disciplines who want to contribute to the companys mission and advance its vision, while also shaping its future.

As a Senior Project Engineer, you will lead and facilitate multifunctional capital project teams. These teams may include operations and maintenance SMEs, process engineers, mechanical engineers, electrical engineers, controls engineers, Supply Chain representative, and external SMEs. You will facilitate consensus driven development and safe implementation of major and minor capital projects to maximize financial returns and achieve plant performance objectives. You will be accountable for realizing timeline, cost, and performance milestones for all assigned projects.

How youll shape the future of the Project Engineering Department:

• Supervises contractors field work. Leads safety discussions real time with contractors for all plant floor project activities to identify and proactively mitigate potential hazards prior to the start of work each day. Monitors safety compliance and performance of contractors to ensure standards are met and safety plans are in place. Leads and supports mill safety initiatives. Ensures quality control plans are in place and that planned project milestones are met
• Collaborates with relevant project stakeholders (project team, peer groups, internal customers, SMEs, management) to give and receive feedback real time during conception, development, approval, and implementation of projects.
• Work with reliability teams and peer groups on project budget development.
• Utilizes technical expertise in the design, engineering, and installation of assigned projects.
• Prepares in-depth feasibility studies, project appropriation requests (PARs), return on investment analysis, and project cost estimates. Works with outside engineering firms to develop larger and more complex projects.
• Prepares or supervises preparation of drawings for assigned capital and other projects.
• Leads equipment selection, sizing, and materials of construction effort for mill facilities and modifications.
• Coordinates with Supply Chain in the preparation of equipment and contract specifications and bid packages along with delivery and receiving of new equipment and materials.
• Investigates various types of equipment problems involving selection of materials, improvement of equipment and repair versus replacement analysis. Inspects mill facilities such as boilers, tanks, piping, sewers, and process equipment during shutdowns. Inspects equipment deterioration and failures and recommends actions required to reduce or eliminate failures and assure safe condition of potentially hazardous equipment. Utilizes technical expertise to solve problems as they arise across the organization. Participates in an area reliability team as a technical SME.
• Ensures that all phases of project work are properly documented, i.e., project costs, equipment manuals and drawings, material certifications, etc. Procures spare parts and coordinates training for mechanics and operators as needed for new equipment and systems.

Youll be someone who can bring:

• BS degree in Engineering or closely related field
• Eight (8) years engineering or closely related experience
• Collaboration skills to effectively lead and facilitate diverse project teams
• Well-developed knowledge of manufacturing, equipment and process design, plant maintenance practices, project management, and engineering financial analysis concepts

Why youll love working for RYAM:

• Competitive pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Short term / Long term disability
• Bonus / Merit
• Life insurance (Company paid & Voluntary)
• Company paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Wellness reimbursement
• Retirement plan
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