Process Engineer

Position Summary

We are seeking a motivated, entry-level Process Engineers to join our Technical Team. In this role, you will support production operations by analyzing processes, identifying improvement opportunities, and helping to optimize safety, quality, and production. This is an excellent opportunity for recent graduates or early-career engineers to build hands-on experience in an integrated Papermill.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze production processes to ensure optimal performance, efficiency, and quality
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement those improvements
• Support troubleshooting efforts related to equipment, quality issues, and process variability
• Capture and analyze process data to drive decision-making and reporting
• Collaborate with safety, operations, maintenance, and quality teams to resolve issues
• Assist with trials, process changes, and continuous improvement projects
• Develop and maintain process documentation, procedures, and reports

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Paper Science, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
• 0–2 years of experience in manufacturing or industrial environment (internship/co-op experience preferred)
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills
• Able to work both independently and as part of a team
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with data analysis tools is a plus

Preferred Qualifications

• Internship or co-op experience in pulp & paper, converting, or heavy manufacturing
• Familiarity with process control systems (DCS), SPC, or continuous improvement methodologies
• Exposure to Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma principles

About Us

Ahlstrom is a global leader in combining fibers into sustainable specialty materials. Our purpose is to Purify and Protect, with Every Fiber, for a Sustainable World. We aim to be the Preferred Sustainable Specialty Materials Company for all our stakeholders. Our Filtration and Life Sciences, Food and Consumer Packaging, and Protective Materials segments, along with the Performance Materials Cluster, address global trends with safe and sustainable solutions. Our net sales in 2025 amounted to EUR 2.9 billion and we employ some 7,000 people. Read more at

Ahlstrom is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Ahlstrom will not engage in discrimination against, or harassment of, any person employed or seeking employment with our company based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, non-disqualifying disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.