Purpose:

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Billerud’s mission to lead the way when it comes to challenging conventional packaging and business?  Our decisions are guided by the promise of creating a better tomorrow.  Building a future where lighter, stronger, more durable and sustainable packaging is the natural choice not only requires experience and expertise, but also takes dedication, teamwork and perseverance. This is a journey that we are making together with our talented staff and our customers.

Summary Description:    

     
Electrical Engineer is responsible for carring out various responsibilities wihich will assist in ensuring dependable supply and generation of electric power for customers of  Consolidated Water Power Company, a public utility providing power to one Billerud division, three other paper manufacturers and other local businesses and households.  The role includes supporting the day-to-day hydro and power distribution operations requirements with operational events that arise.  The successful candidate must have a wide business background combined with a broad technical skillset in electrical engineering and/or power generation.



 
 

Key Accountabilities:

• Provide engineering assistance needed to support the transmission, distribution & hydrogeneration at Consolidated Water Power Company.
• Carry out Consolidated Water Power Company projects including estimating, scheduling, and ordering activities; work with Billerud/outside Engineering personnel in carrying out these projects.
• Maintain and upgrade computer networks and systems.
• Review designs and systems provided by different uses/equipment and suppliers for power company facilities and services to ensure suitability for power company requirements.
• Ensure that safe procedures are followed in all areas of responsibility & provide training to the dispatchers and maintenance for safe dam operations.
• Provide relief for maintenance Supervisor during vacations and other short term absences.
• Design and maintain the Scada System.
• Design and maintain Hydrogeneration and Automation equipment.
• Design and maintain the metering equipment required for billing and FERC reporting.
• Manage and maintain CWPCOs Electrical Testing Program to insure the breakers, relays and meters are able to operate properly and to comply with all applical regulations.
• Develop and manage CWPCos electrical capital projects.
• Respond to emergency calls after hours, weekends and holidays as required.
• Maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, electrical group, local utility and governmental officials and the public.
• Maintain and update various records including maintenance records, blueprints, etc.

Required Experience and Education:

Education:  

• A bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent combination of education, technical training and experience
• Social, leadership, and communication skills to engage key customers and stakeholders

Travel: Negotiable

Required skills:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate.
• Working knowledge of the utility businesses and functional areas.
• Exceptional leadership, analytical abilities, and computer skills (Microsoft Office).
• Strong technical, problem solving, decision-making, and project management skills.
• Self-starter able to work effectively with minimal direct supervision.
• Ability to work in a flexible work environment.
• Ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization and work in a team environment.
• Ability to handle multiple time sensitive projects and issues.
• Knowledge of electrical power systems, including short circuit analysis, protective relaying coordination basics, arc flash and load flow studies.

Preferred Skills:

• Microsoft toolsets include Servers / Active Directory / WSUS
• SQL database knowledge with the ability to extract and manage large databases
• AutoCAD drawing design and programming skills

Billerud NA is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.

Why us?

• Be part of a dynamic team within Billerud
• An opportunity to contribute to a more sustainable future
• Development and career opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement and certificate courses offered through partner schools.
• Performance-based bonus
• You can choose among three medical plans designed to help you and your family stay healthy (with virtual care options!).
• Generous 401K match including discretionary annual contribution
• HSA Contribution match with additional contribution for annual preventive exam
• Dental & Vision coverage
• Company paid Disability Coverage
• Wellness rewards program
• Prescription Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
  
  

Our recruitment process may include interviews, recruitment test, reference checks, and alcohol & drug testing.