Electrical Engineer

About the role

Electrical Engineers will interface with all mill business units. The engineer will manage and support capital, maintenance, and mill electrical controls and instrumentation including PLC, AC/DC drives, and motor control.

Responsibilities

• Build effective project teams and align objectives with business goals.
• Provide engineering leadership and expertise to accomplish technical alternative reviews, develop sound proposals, implementation, and startup of projects.
• Coordinate construction resources to efficiently implement and startup projects.
• Manage multiple projects from conception through completion.
• Provide direction and oversight to contract engineering.
• Provide engineering and technical support to mill operations and maintenance.
• Be an advocate of national and local codes, mill specifications, and documentation systems.
• Become a mill expert in the area of electrical controls and instrumentation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or other related field.
• 7+ years of experience as an electrical engineer.
• Proven history in project development, execution, and commissioning.
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal, analytical, and technical skills.
• Demonstrated ability to solve problems, lead change, and drive improvement.
• Familiarity with multiple disciplines: Electrical, Civil, Instrumentation, Process.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Fluent in MS Office programs (Word, Excel, etc.) and MS Project.
• Must be legally authorized to work permanently in the United States.

Preferred Skills

• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Industrial/Construction work experience.
• Technical expertise in the area of electrical controls and instrumentation.
• Experience with RSLogix 5000 PLC programming, motor control, and AC/DC drives.
• Project management experience.

Benefits

• Impactful work – contribute to meaningful sustainability initiatives.
• Career growth – access development programs and internal advancement opportunities.
• Education support – tuition reimbursement + certificate programs through partner schools.
• Competitive compensation – performance-based bonus eligibility (role dependent).
• Multiple medical plans with virtual care options.
• Generous 401(k) offerings.
• HSA contribution match + additional preventive exam contribution.
• Dental & vision coverage.
• Company-paid disability insurance.
• Prescription benefits.

At Billerud, you’ll be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team dedicated to shaping a more sustainable future. We’re committed to supporting your growth, well-being, and long-term success.