Maintenance Reliability Engineer

Maintenance Reliability Engineer - Electrical Power Distribution

Description:

What if you were given the opportunity and responsibility to make a difference? At International Paper, you control your destiny. We offer challenging assignments and total rewards in countries around the world. When we say infinite possibilities, we mean it. Apply now and join a community that improves people's lives, the planet and our company's performance by transforming renewable resources into products people depend on every day.

Position Title:

Maintenance Reliability Engineer – Electrical Power Distribution

Pay Rate :

$101,000-$144,300

Multiple factors, including Individual experience, skills and abilities will determine where an employee is ultimately placed in the pay range.

Category/Shift :

Salaried Full-Time

Physical Location :

601 County Rd 78

Selma, Al

The Job You Will Perform:

Position Responsibilities:

• Provide expertise in and management of the plant's power distribution systems and motors.

• Maintain program to ensure transformer oil health

• Ensure power distribution equipment inspections and repairs are completed according to NFPA 70B and NETA MTS-2019 standards and all needed documentation

• Ensure equipment and processes comply with electrical safety codes, policies Arc Flash, National Electrical Code and NFPA 70E.

• Implement technology that supports improved power distribution efficiency, process improvement, and manufacturing flexibility such as a SEL power management system.

• Perform Root Cause Failure Analysis of electrical equipment and controls to implement reliability improvement action items.

• Provide risk assessments and plan proper maintenance testing intervals for site power distribution equipment.

• Lead and plan plant-wide annual power outages.

• Provide project management as a leader or team member and work with development, planning, and execution of capital and expense projects.

• Mentors and develops Electrical Engineers and Electricians.

• Determine well-defined methods for collecting, compiling, and analyzing data relating to substation components, equipment specifications for procurement package development and pricing,

• Review and advice on third-party design documents, procurement lists, and project plans.

• Perform professional and more complex electrical engineering work relating to the design of single line, three line, wiring diagrams, general arrangement, substation layout and bus arrangement, grounding grid design and lightning protection in conformance with applicable rules, standards, and construction or operating permits.

• Incorporate future-ready techniques, concept development, operating strategies, and various design requirements with equipment sizing and cabling, AC/DC panel design, and conduit and trenching design strategies that account for the safety and functionality of end-users, systems, and infrastructure.

• Support senior engineers with research and recommendations of components identified in design requirements, as well as field equipment applications and operations.

• Verify the characteristics of a site, providing technical input and guidance on various engineering, design, testing maintenance modifications, and construction procedures and issues.

• Develop electrical calculations for loads, equipment sizing, grounding touch and step potentials, short circuit study, protective device coordination, one-line diagram development, protective relaying, and substation switchyard layouts.

• Develop plans, specifications, and cost estimates; preparing construction safety and phasing plans, and updating electrical infrastructure layout plans that require coordination with owners, other disciplines, sub-consultants, and clients.

• Remain current in latest electrical engineering techniques and practices.

• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.

The Skills You Will Bring:

• B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering or related field preferred,

• Prefer completion of Front Line Leader modules and certification.

• 3 years of EPD experience (if degreed) or non-degreed with at least 5 years of EPD experience.

Successful candidate should have the ability to:

• Instill safety as a core value within the team and effectively communicate a shared vision for safety.

• Quickly develop thorough knowledge of mill equipment and systems.

• Utilize excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate to groups and individuals at all levels.

• Approach positional responsibilities in an inclusive manner by engaging all team members in area, department, and mill.

• Utilize the International Paper Change Process to drive change.

• Utilize strong organizational skills to handle multiple tasks effectively.

• Must have strong leadership skills and a proven track record of improving employee engagement.

• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate, set expectations, build effective team, drive for results, measure work and hold teams and individuals accountable.

The Benefits You Will Enjoy:

International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets.

The Career You Will Build:

What if you were given the opportunity and responsibility to make a difference? At International Paper, you control your destiny. We offer challenging assignments and total rewards in countries around the world. When we say infinite possibilities, we mean it. Apply now and join a community that improves people's lives, the planet and our company's performance by transforming renewable resources into products people depend on every day.

The Impact You Will Make:

We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 120 years. Join our team and you'll see why our team members say they're Proud to be IP .

The Culture You Will Experience:

International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.

The Company You Will Join:

International Paper (NYSE: IP) is the global leader in sustainable packaging solutions. With company headquarters in Memphis, Tennessee, USA, and EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) headquarters in London, UK, we employ more than 65,000 team members and serve customers around the world with operations in more than 30 countries. Together with our customers, we make the world safer and more productive, one sustainable packaging solution at a time. Net sales for 2024 were $18.6 billion. In 2025, International Paper acquired DS Smith creating an industry leader focused on the attractive and growing North American and EMEA regions. Additional information can be found by visiting internationalpaper.com

International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact reasonable.accommodations@ipaper.com or (877) 973-3919.

Selma AL 36701-8311

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Location:

SELMA, AL, US, 36701-8311

Category: Manufacturing

Date: Mar 14, 2025

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