Thermal Systems Engineer - Pulp and Paper
(Engineering)
Full Time
F-O-R-T-U-N-E Personnel Consultants
Green Bay, Wisconsin, United States
The Thermal Systems Engineer will provide engineering consultation, design, project engineering, project management and construction support for a wide range of paper machine projects. Successful candidate will have extensive experience in pulp and paper manufacturing.
Responsibilities of the Thermal Systems Engineer – Pulp and Paper
• Technical and economic feasibility studies for the modification/upgrade of existing equipment or addition of new equipment.
• Ability to work independently as a Technical Specialist.
• Ability to give direction and lead a team on larger projects, and to execute the work independently on smaller projects.
• Participate in or lead the development of projects from conception, where the process design basis is established and process alternatives are reviewed, through detailed design, construction, commissioning, startup and optimization.
• Develop Energy Balances of processes and unit operations.
• Develop Process Flow Diagrams and P&IDs.
• Scope, cost estimate and project schedule development and implementation of paper machine related projects.
• Complete independent studies, analyses, interpretations and conclusions.
• Identification and evaluation of qualified consultants, equipment suppliers and contractors.
Preferred Knowledge and Skills of the Thermal Systems Engineer – Pulp and Paper
• Tissue Machine – Conventional Wet Press, TAD
• Drying technologies
• Paper machine hood and air systems
• Paper machine dust collection and mist removal systems
• Equipment experience to include steam distribution systems, pumps, compressors, chillers, boilers, cooling towers, pressure vessels, heat exchangers, fans, desuperheaters, and thermo compressors.
• Calculations including but not limited to: pressure relief valve sizing, pipe sizing, pump sizing, valve selection and steam trap selection.
• Pipe stress analysis (static and dynamic analysis preferred).
• Knowledge of HVAC (airside and water side) system application and design codes.
• Ability to work effectively with all levels of personnel from mill operating and maintenance personnel to top corporate management.
• Good understanding of construction methods, and a recognition of good constructability practices.
Basic Qualifications of the Thermal Systems Engineer – Pulp and Paper
• Bachelor’s degree in Paper Science Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related science or technology.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant industrial experience.
• Experience in project execution and delivery.
• Ability to travel at least 25%.
Preferred Qualifications of the Thermal Systems Engineer – Pulp and Paper
• Professional Engineering registration. (PE)
• 10+ years of experience in the Pulp and Paper industry.
• Experience with Win Gems or similar process modeling tools.
• Experience / knowledge of environmental permitting including Title V, PSD, NAAQS, and NSR programs.