Job Details
Level
Experienced
Job Location
Port Townsend Paper - Port Townsend, WA
Education Level
BS Degree
Salary Range
$120,000.00 - $150,000.00 Salary/year
Job Category
Engineering
The Position
Job Title : Maintenance Engineer
Reports to : Maintenance Manager
The Position
The Maintenance Engineer handles maintenance engineering and maintenance project engineering. Provides technical assistance, training, and facilitation support to the maintenance department. Also provides support to the mill's reliability improvement process by defining appropriate preventive and predictive maintenance activities.
About Port Townsend Paper Corporation (PTPC)
The Port Townsend Paper ("PTPC") mill is proud to have been in continuous operation for more than 90 years. We use a blend of virgin and recycled fibers (Kraft and OCC pulp) to produce Kraft pulp, paper, containerboard, medium and market pulp. We have built a strong and loyal customer base by developing and nurturing strategic partnership-style relationships.
At PTPC we believe that a healthy and safe work environment is fundamental to the success of all employees. We put that belief into practice every day by managing risk and building safety reliability into our processes and procedures. Engaging and empowering our workforce to maintain world-class safety performance is the pathway to achieving operational excellence. We also strive to preserve the environment, be good neighbors, and remain a valued member of the local community. Many of our employees have enjoyed working at PTPC for the greater part of their careers; we have employees with 20, 25, 30, even 35 years of service. PTPC is proud to provide good, prevailing wage jobs on the Olympic Peninsula.
Job Responsibilities
Project Engineering - Lead the planning, design, and execution of engineering projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget. Coordinate with cross-functional teams to meet project objectives and troubleshoot issues as they arise.
Reliability Improvement and Development of Predictive Maintenance Program - Drive initiatives to enhance equipment reliability and efficiency. Develop and implement a predictive maintenance program, including data collection, analysis, and proactive maintenance strategies. Collaborate with operations and maintenance teams to identify areas for improvement and reduce downtime.
Technical Training & Support for Maintenance Department: Provide ongoing technical training to maintenance personnel to enhance their skills and knowledge. Offer hands-on support and guidance in troubleshooting complex issues. Assist with development of training materials and programs tailored to the specific needs of the department.
Documentation, Drawings, & CAD: Create, update, and maintain detailed technical documentation, including engineering drawings, schematics, and CAD models. Ensure all documentation is accurate and compliant with industry standards. Facilitate easy access to and proper organization of these materials for reference by relevant teams.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated decision-making skills.
• Takes initiative in addressing challenges to drive results.
• Strong leadership with effective communication and collaboration.
• Exceptional organizational skills.
• Demonstrated technical capacity.
• Clear computer literacy, knowledgeable in the use of word processing and spreadsheet applications. Keyboarding up to 45 WPM.
• Proven knowledge of troubleshooting, problem solving and team building.
• Familiarity with maintenance craft processes, production equipment and systems, and maintenance and construction practices.
• Working knowledge of hydraulics, power transmission, metallurgy, tribology, manufacturing practices, preventive and predictive maintenance practices.
• Knowledge of paper manufacturing processes desirable.

Work Environment
This job operates in a production environment. The employee is exposed to shop elements such as noise, dust, fumes and odors.
Physical Demands
The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach, climb and/or balance, to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, enter confined spaces, scale heights, is exposed to extreme temperatures, and the needs to have the ability lift up to 50lbs.
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position, with overtime as needed.
Minimum Requirements:
Experience: Five (5) years relevant experience in maintenance and/or project work.
Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required.
Employment Terms

• Full time, Exempt position
• Salary range: $120,000-150,000 DOE.
• Excellent benefits package including medical, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance.
• 2 weeks paid vacation or more depending on position.
• Full-time employees receive 160 hours of sick leave upon hire then earn eight hours of sick leave per month.
• 9 paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.
• Retirement plan.
• Employee Assistance coverage with full services, including dietary and nutritional services, retirement planning, and support services.
• In compliance with the Immigration and Naturalization Act, proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire.
• Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.

Port Townsend Paper Corporation is an equal-opportunity employer. We are a drug free workplace.