Electrical Reliability Engineer EPD

Job description

Electrical Reliability Engineer - EPD

Description:
**Pay Rate:**

$106,700 - $137,000 - commensurate with experience

_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 Exempt/ Scheduling flexibility available

**Physical Location:**

Columbus Cellulose Fibers

IP – Columbus Mill

4335 Carson Road

Columbus MS 39701

This position supports International Paper’s Columbus Mill (CCF), located in Columbus, Mississippi.

CCF is a vital part of International Paper’s Global Cellulose Fibers Business.

We are a converting operation that produces specialty fibers used in the production of diapers and other absorbent personal care products.

**The Job You Will Perform:**

This position reports to the Plant Electrical Superintendent and is responsible for moderately complex engineering projects and directing the work of assigned technical associates to promote increased performance and reliability of machinery and equipment through failure analysis.

**Tasks and responsibilities include but are not limited to:**

+ Provide visible and active leadership in delivering excellent safety results.

Safety Certification in IP system required.
+ Work with operations and maintenance teams to implement strategic maintenance initiatives that support achievement of reliability objectives, key performance metrics, and maintenance cost objectives and capital projects execution.
+ Drive continuous improvement through positive influence, IP best practices, FMEA, and RCFA.
+ RCFA facilitation by leading a group to quickly and thoroughly identify and solve latent causes.
+ Responsible for ensuring projects are compliant with NFPA 70E safety requirements.
+ Responsible for all aspects of asset management for Electrical Power Distribution (EPD) equipment, including but not limited to:
+ TG protective relays, exciter, and control system
+ Emergency Power Supplies (UPS Systems)
+ Generator and System Grounding
+ Utility Tie
+ Load Shed Systems
+ Capacitor Banks
+ Switchgear Transformers
+ Power Cable Feeder Systems
+ Station and UPS Batteries
+ Grounding
+ Lightning Protection of Overhead Lines
+ Power System Studies
+ Drawings
+ Ride Through Protection
+ Actively participate in monthly IP EPD best practice calls.
+ Maintains current gap analysis against GMS requirements.
+ Provide EPD outage support for IP CMF mill.
+ Provide EPD outage support for other IP mills as needed.
+ Provides electrical and instrumentation (E&I) design support to the maintenance department and capital engineering department.
+ Support factory acceptance testing of EPD equipment.
+ Provides technical assistance and advice as necessary to aid in troubleshooting complex issues in manufacturing processes.
+ Responsible for management of mill infrared and ultrasonic inspections and corrective action planning of power distribution equipment.
+ Responsible for maintaining (5) Capital plan for EPD equipment.
+ Responsible for electrical transformer oil analysis testing program.
+ Monitor effectiveness of E&I predictive and preventative maintenance programs.
+ Build effective systems and materials such as operating procedures (SOP), troubleshooting documents (TCC), and other training materials.
+ Rotate with other leaders to provide electrical Weekend Duty support.

**The Skills You Will Bring:**

Required Qualifications:

+ Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent work experience in a manufacturing environment
+ 3 – 10 years of electrical engineering experience
+ Power Distribution experience required
+ Strong computer skills including proficiency with AutoCAD and all Microsoft Office applications
+ Experience with ETAP power system modeling software is preferred
+ Experience in the pulp and paper industry is preferred
+ Excellent leadership skills
+ Proven commitment to safety and safety processes
+ Strong technical foundation in electrical engineering
+ High level of initiative and motivation
+ Strong communication skills (oral & written)
+ Able to work independently and excel with minimum supervision
+ Desire and ability to work as a team player
+ Desire to aggressively learn and continue to develop knowledge and skills

**Key Competencies:**

+ Functional/Technical Skills
+ Action Oriented
+ Managerial Courage
+ Directing Others
+ Learning on the Fly
+ Presentation Skills
+ Problem Solving
+ Priority Setting
+ Self-Development
+ Organizing
+ Technical Learning

**The Benefits You Will Enjoy:**

+ Paid time off including Vacation and Holidays
+ Retirement, pension, and 401k Matching Program
+ Medical & Dental
+ Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement)
+ Life & Disability Insurance

**The Career You Will Build:**

+ Leadership training
+ Promotional opportunities
+ Technical training

**The Impact You Will Make:**

We continue to build a better future for people, the Plant, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 120 years.

Join our team and you will see why our team members say they are Proud to be IP.

**The Culture You Will Experience:**

International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces.

You will learn Safety Leadership Principles and have the opportunity to opt into Employee Networking Circles such as IPVets, IPride, Women in IP, and the African American ENC.

We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly 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.

Net sales for 2024 were $18.6 billion.

Our GCF business helps customers transform renewable cellulose fibers into essential everyday products.

Our safe, high-quality pulp forms the basis for a wide range of applications like towel and tissue products, diapers, feminine care, incontinence and other personal care products.

Following International Paper’s strategic review, GCF is transitioning to become a standalone company supported by American Industrial Partners, positioning us to deliver enhanced value to customers and continue shaping a healthier, more sustainable future.

Additional information can be found by visiting internationalpaper.com.

**_International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law._**

**_International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities.

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact_** **_reasonable.accommodations@ipaper.com_** **_or (877) 973-3919._**

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Location:
Columbus, MS, US, 39703

Category: Manufacturing

Date: Oct 9, 2025

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