Millar Western’s advanced BCTMP mill at Whitecourt, Alberta, is seeking a Chemical Engineer to play a leadership role in mill optimization and new technology implementation. As Process Engineer, you will apply your skills and knowledge to process enhancement, process control and energy management. As well, you will lend your expertise to the mill’s R&D activities, including start-up of an innovative bioenergy project, scheduled for completion in 2015, that will convert waste streams to renewable energy. Key responsibilities will include:
- Process optimization: Advise on process optimization and plant debottlenecking; conduct daily plant performance/quality assessments and troubleshoot process issues; assist in the development of control strategies for new process systems; manage and improve current process simulation; perform process engineering calculations and data analysis; review PID and P&ID drawings.
- Energy management: Participate in the mill’s energy management efforts, helping to ensure compliance with regulatory and program requirements; identify new opportunities for reducing energy usage.
- R&D: Develop capital project justifications for expenditures; design and manage capital improvement projects; participate in the implementation and optimization of a new bioenergy project; analyze and make recommendations on advances in R&D; work on new product development.
The ideal candidate
Qualified applicants will hold a degree in Chemical Engineering and have excellent written and verbal communication abilities. You will have proven leadership and interpersonal skills, and thrive in a collaborative, team-oriented environment. You will be an enthusiastic, highly motivated and creative problem solver and enjoy technical challenges. You will be proficient with MS Office and possess a Class 5 driver’s license.
Why work for us?
Millar Western Forest Products Ltd. is a privately-owned, Alberta-based company that has been active in the forest business for more than a century. Operating high-tech lumber and pulp mills supplied by woodlands teams recognized for leadership in sustainable forest management, the company provides stable, full-time employment in lively, friendly communities that deliver excellent quality of life.
The company offers:
- an industry-leading wage and benefits program, that includes a pension plan, comprehensive dental and health insurance and a profit-sharing plan
- a commitment to the highest safety standards, with a safety program recognized under initiatives such as Partners in Injury Reduction, Work Safe Alberta and the Premier’s Award for Healthy Workplaces
- a collaborative and respectful work environment that values the skills of our people and encourages them to take on new challenges and advance within the organization
- a chance to live where you work – no commuting or camps
This position is located in Whitecourt, Alberta, a vibrant community 170 km northwest of Edmonton, offering excellent housing, educational and recreational opportunities.
Your career starts here.
Application deadline: September 9, 2016
Send resume and cover letter to: czemp@millarwestern.com
Millar Western thanks all applicants in advance; only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.