Staff Eng, Proj Engineering - Military Veterans

Description & Requirements

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.

Description & Requirements

WestRock - Project Engineer - Hodge Mill in Hodge, LA

WestRock is a company where each of us genuinely belongs, is respected and valued, can do our best work, and where diversity, inclusion and equity are competitive advantages!

The Project Engineer will develop, manage and complete capital projects across all areas of the mill that typically incorporate multiple engineering disciplines.

How you will impact WestRock:

• Manage all phases of capital projects from inception through equipment installation and start-up.

• Develop project scopes, cost estimates and schedules.

• Develop and/or manage the preparation of drawings for assigned projects by working with engineering firms, vendors, and mill personnel.

• Coordinate all type of design activities including equipment sizing, P&ID's, piping, structural, electrical and process control.

• Review detailed engineering drawings developed by vendors and engineering consultants.

• Ensure project design and implementation abides by mill safety and environmental policies.

• Conduct project design review meetings

• Manage the direction of consultants, contractors, and maintenance work associated with assigned capital and repair projects.

• Coordinate and supervise construction and startup activities with project teams, Maintenance, and Operations.

• Control project costs by monitoring expenditures to assure projects are completed within budget and schedule.

• Provide accurate capital and expense cash flow forecasts.

• Assure all project drawings, documents, equipment information, manuals, etc. become part of the Engineering Document Control System.

• Coordinate with Operations, Maintenance, management, and other project stake holders on an ongoing basis.

• Provide engineering expertise as required to Operations and Maintenance departments to help resolve various operating or maintenance issues.

• Assist in the achieving the mill's goals by serving on special teams or supplying teams with necessary technical support.

What you will need to succeed:

• Position requires a BS Degree in Engineering. A BS in Electrical Engineering with a minimum of 2 to 5 years related experience with emphasis on project engineering of Pulp and Paper capital projects is preferred.

• Ability to lead a team and strive in a team environment.

• Excellent organizational, communication, problem solving and troubleshooting skills.

• Adaptability to rapidly changing working environments and operational situations.

• Ability to manage multiple projects at the same time.

What we offer:

• Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.


• Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities.


• An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential.


• Benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k with match, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, employee referral bonus, and much more!


• A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.

WestRock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. WestRock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.

Smurfit Westrock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. Smurfit Westrock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.