Project Engineer

Focused on both environmental stewardship and financial success, Resolute Forest Products offers promising and fulfilling job opportunities, where motivated individuals have every chance to accelerate their careers. If you are passionate and ready to make a difference, Resolute is the company that will assure you of success.

Our El Dorado location in Arkansas, United States is currently seeking talent to fill the position of Project Engineer. This job is permanent, full-time.

Under general supervision, develops and tests all aspects of mechanical components, equipment, and machinery. Applies knowledge of engineering principles to design products such as engines, instructions, controls, machines, etc. Involved in fabrication, operation, application, installation, and/or repair of mechanical products. 

REQUIREMENTS

1. Manage various technical projects in terms of engineering, schedules, and budgets.

2. Coordinating labor, equipment purchases, labor availability and the various subcontractors assigned to projects.

3. Provide technical support to the various departments.

4. Plan, coordinate, and manage feasibility studies for projects under his/her responsibility.

5. Prepare budget estimates and detailed for project implementation.

6. Comment and perform quality control of all project documents filed by collaborators.

7. Perform quality control of contractor’s on-site execution.

8. Ensure dynamic communication with project stakeholders.

9. Participates in the development of the Capital Project Budget (CAPEX).

10. Responsible for the consistent enforcement of safe regulations and working methods.

11. Any other related tasks to achieve project performance objectives (inspections, reports, accountability, filing, and archiving).

12. Performs work following safety procedures and practices.

13. Works in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.

14. It is an essential function of the job that the individual will not be a direct threat to the health or safety of themselves, others, or property. Direct threat is defined as a significant risk of substantial harm that cannot be eliminated or reduced to an acceptable level by reasonable accommodation without creating an undue hardship on the Company

15. Complies with environmental regulations when using, dispensing or handling hazardous or non-hazardous materials and wastes.

16. Establishes and maintains effective work relationships within the department, the company and the community.

17. Maintains the professional competence, ethical integrity, knowledge and skills necessary for the satisfactory performance of all assigned responsibilities.

18. Performs such individual assignments as management may direct.

19. Regular attendance is required between the assigned start and end times for work. Exhibits regular and punctual attendance habit to comply with existing attendance requirements.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Works in a lumber mill environment. Must wear appropriate personal protective equipment as designated by the company including but not limited to safety glasses, hearing protection, clothing and footwear in appropriate areas and must follow safety practices.

MENTAL DEMANDS

Must be able to work in a constant state of alertness and concentrate for long periods of time.

SAFETY SENSITIVE

This position is designated as a safety sensitive position because it includes as part of the job duties the operating or monitoring of heavy equipment or machinery, as well as working with and around hazardous materials. This position is one in which a lapse of attention could result in injury, illness, or death. For the safety of the incumbent and others, the incumbent must be able to work in a constant state of alertness and concentrate for long periods of time while operating or monitoring heavy equipment or machinery, as well as while working with and around hazardous materials.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

The incumbent must have:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or any other training deemed equivalent.
• Ability to obtain a license from the Order of Engineers of Arkansas.
• 1 to 3 years of project management experience.
• 3 to 5 years of manufacturing experience, wood industry preferred.
• Working knowledge of MS Office (Excel, Word, Powerpoint, Outlook).
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Exhibit excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Have excellent problem-solving skills. 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to those who are able to perform the essential duties of the job provided it does not create an undue hardship on the Company.

REQUIRED SPECIALIZED SKILLS

• Mastering computer-aided design software (Autocad) required.
• Excellent planning and coordination skills.
• Ability to work at El Dorado, AR and Cross City, FL locations as needed.
• Ability to manage multiple projects at the same time.
• Ability to work weekends, as needed, for weekend installation and outdoor projects.
• Working knowledge of sawmill equipment.

BENEFITS

Resolute FP offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefit package that includes:

• 401(k) with Company Match up to 4%
• 401(k) Automatic Company Contribution up to 6.50%
• Company Paid Vacation 
• Twelve (12) Paid Holidays
• Medical & Dental Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account & Health Savings Account
• Company Paid Life & AD&D Insurance
• Company Paid LTD
• Employee Assistance Program
• Supplemental Coverage that includes additional Life, Dependent Life, Vision, Critical Illness 
• Employee Referral Program – up to $2000 per qualified referral.

RESOLUTE FP IS A DRUG FREE WORKPLACE — EOE

Minority/Female/Vets/Disabled encouraged to apply

E-Verify Participant

Resolute Forest Products is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or status as an individual with a disability.

Forest products are essential, as are each and every one of our employees and contractors. We take the necessary steps to protect the health and well-being of our employees and to safeguard the integrity of all Resolute facilities.

We are all in this together. We are one community. We are #RESOLUTEPROUD

Jobs where you grow
We are a global leader in the forest products industry offering a dynamic and safe work environment with opportunities and challenges that will help develop your skills.

With a diverse range of pulp, paper, tissue and wood products sold in over 70 countries, Resolute owns or operates some 40 facilities, as well as power generation assets, in the United States and Canada.

We’re a company writing a new story for itself in a rapidly changing industry. We have made important inroads to ensure long-term profitability and to be an environmental supplier of choice. In order to remain a leader in our field, we are looking for individuals who are driven and eager to learn. Come take part of our history and be part of the change!

How are we building the Resolute of the future?
Find out in our Annual Report, available at resolutefp.com/publications.

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