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The primary responsibility of this position is to provide technical support for West Fraser’s thermal energy systems and drying systems at our US mills. This role is an individual contributor but you must be able to earn trust and influence mill leaders and workers. This role reports to the corporate Energy Manager.
Job Responsibility:
Conduct comprehensive system inspection to identify areas of concern and opportunity
Work with operations to complete detailed safe work procedures
Coordinate, conduct, and participate in internal and external audits of the facilities as required including pressure vessel audits
Complete verification of safety and limit devices for proper operation
Apply technical skills to problem-solving and root cause failure analyses
Monitor and advise on regulations associated with safety and environmental systems
Provide guidance and technical leadership to divisions for large maintenance projects
Ensure thermal units are tuned for optimum efficiency and the lowest potential emissions
Deliver developed onsite energy training programs for operators and maintenance employees
Identify control system optimization for improved process control
Provide outage/shutdown support
Determine and manage critical spare parts inventory
Ensure appropriate records are maintained at each site
Work with contractors to ensure long-term maintenance plans are executed
Collaborate with site managers to optimize biomass management
Special projects and other duties as assigned
Become proficient in the science of drying, and assist corporate quality control experts in supporting divisions and improving drying results
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Technology, Electrical Engineering, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or similar preferred