Power Solutions Subject Matter Expert

Position Title:

Power Solutions Subject Matter Expert

Pay Rate:

$125,900 - $167,800

Multiple factors, including Individual experience, skills and abilities will determine where an employee is ultimately placed in the pay range.

Category/Shift:

Salaried Full-Time

Physical Location:

Remote – Travel Required

The Job You Will Perform:

• Assure a safe working environment and a positive attitude toward safety at work and home.

• Work to identify issues at facilities during site visits and point out issues to local management. Immediately address a situation when issues threaten immediate harm to individuals.

• Develop and implement process technology and equipment which are new to International Paper and improve the Company's cost, product quality, regulatory compliance and/or process reliability.

• Create and maintain an ongoing relationship with all current and potential suppliers, OEMs and consultants.

• Contribute to improved performance above historical levels in International Paper's pulp and paper mills by analyzing current operating techniques and equipment and assisting the mills to implement recommendations for improvement.

• Support the investigation of major incidents and accidents as needed to identify root cause(s), develop corrective action plans, and disseminate the information in each case.

• Support the company facilities with maintenance information and programs where needed on power boilers, recovery boilers, balance of plant equipment and power generation equipment.

• Provide assistance to facilities when and where needed to ensure understanding and adherence to policy for the protection of assets.

• Work within the department to support needed mills for Major Inspections of power boilers, recovery boilers, deaerators, etc. in order to assure the proper knowledge to support asset preservation and long term planning.

• Provide an interface with original equipment manufacturers service, factory, and headquarters groups to assure that the best possible communication is maintained, and the highest quality service is obtained.

The Qualifications, Skills and Knowledge You Will Bring:

• Bachelor of Science Degree preferred

• Previous experience in the operation and mechanical design of power area equipment and ancillary equipment. Preferable 10 years.

• Have a working knowledge of boilers, Auxiliary Boiler equipment and general knowledge of other power plant equipment.

• Have good communications skills, both written and oral.

• Ability to be self-directed and direct others

• Willingness to be on call 24/7/365 and travel 100 plus days per year

• Willingness to work 12 to 16 hours per day when needed, and occasional holidays

• Ability to interface with all levels of personnel from craft labor helpers to upper level management

• Action Oriented, Customer Focus, Interpersonal Skills, Dealing with Ambiguity, Time Management and Organizational Skills

The Benefits You Will Enjoy:

International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets.

The Career You Will Build:

Sales and Leadership training, promotional opportunities within a global company

The Impact You Will Make:

We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 125 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP.

The Culture You Will Experience:

International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.

The Company You Will Join:

International Paper (NYSE: IP) is the global leader in sustainable packaging solutions. With company headquarters in Memphis, Tennessee, USA, and EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) headquarters in London, UK, we employ more than 65,000 team members and serve customers around the world with operations in more than 30 countries. Together with our customers, we make the world safer and more productive, one sustainable packaging solution at a time. Net sales for 2024 were $18.6 billion. In 2025, International Paper acquired DS Smith creating an industry leader focused on the attractive and growing North American and EMEA regions. Additional information can be found by visiting internationalpaper.com

International Paper is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information or any other status protected by law.

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