Facilities Engineer

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 US
Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.
We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.
Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.
Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.
We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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.