About the role
Job Summary
The Electrical Reliability Engineer will be responsible for developing and implementing reliability strategies to ensure the optimal performance and longevity of electrical equipment in our pulp and paper manufacturing facility. This role involves analyzing equipment performance, identifying potential issues, and implementing proactive maintenance measures to prevent downtime and enhance operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and manage asset maintenance plans based on rigorous testing and data analysis.
- Identify potential hazards and electrical system failures using statistical data and predictive maintenance techniques (Vibration Analysis, Electric Motor Testing PDMA MCE motor testing, Ultrasonic high voltage testing).
- Monitor and oversee repair work in collaboration with maintenance engineers and other personnel.
- Conduct regular electrical system and component analysis to assess efficiency, safety, condition, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
- Perform root cause analysis of electrical equipment failures and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve electrical system reliability and performance.
- Provide technical support and guidance to maintenance and operations teams.
- Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, equipment performance, and reliability metrics (PM data, Maintenance KPI’s).
- Stay updated with industry best practices and emerging technologies in reliability engineering.
- Assist the equipment/process troubleshooting effort.
- Work with operations and maintenance leaders to support/troubleshoot the maintenance systems in their area.
- Improve maintenance techniques, activities, and practices through use of reliability tools (i.e., RCM, FMEA, RCPE, etc.).
- Assist with implementation of both capital and maintenance improvement projects.
- Provide information and training to help build technical skills in the workforce.
- Monitor and analyze all emergency work orders in the area.
- Lead the RCPE process.
- Manage electrical integrity and inspection programs.
- Assist with MCC or power distribution integrity activities.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in reliability engineering, preferably in the pulp and paper industry.
- Proficiency in predictive maintenance techniques and tools (Vibration Analysis (level 1 certified preferred), ultrasonic testing, PDMA MCE motor testing).
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Proficiency in using maintenance management software and tools.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with electrical systems and practices.
- Familiarity with root cause failure analysis (RCPE) and reliability-centered maintenance (RCM).
- Certification in reliability engineering (e.g., Certified Reliability Engineer - CRE).
- Functional use of Microsoft Office and maintenance systems (CMMS SAP, Microsoft Project).
- Highly organized and uses efficient work methods.
- Demonstrated ability to learn and continue to develop knowledge and skills.
About Domtar
Domtar is a leading, privately held manufacturer of diversified forest products, with a workforce of roughly 14,000 employees in more than 40 locations across North America. The company has an annual capacity of 9.1 million metric tons of pulp, paper, packaging and tissue annually, and has an annual production capacity of about 3 billion board feet of lumber and other wood products. Formerly known as the Paper Excellence Group, Domtar is comprised of legacy businesses Paper Excellence Canada Holdings Corporation, Domtar Corporation and Resolute Forest Products.
Domtar prides itself on operational excellence, delivering sustainable, high-quality, and cost-effective products to meet and exceed customer needs globally. The company is committed to turning sustainable wood fiber into everyday essential products.
Domtar est l'un des principaux fabricants privés de produits forestiers diversifiés, avec un effectif d'environ 14 000 employés répartis sur plus de 40 sites en Amérique du Nord. L'entreprise a une capacité annuelle de 9,1 millions de tonnes métriques de pâte, de papier, d'emballage et de papier tissu, ainsi qu'une capacité de production annuelle d'environ 3 milliards de pieds-planche de bois d'œuvre et d'autres produits du bois. Anciennement connu sous le nom de Paper Excellence Group, Domtar est composé des entreprises Paper Excellence Canada Holdings Corporation, Domtar Corporation et Produits forestiers Résolu.
Domtar est fière de son excellence opérationnelle, de ses produits durables, de haute qualité et rentables qui répondent aux besoins de ses clients à l'échelle mondiale et les dépassent. L'entreprise s'engage à transformer la fibre de bois durable en produits essentiels à la vie de tous les jours.
About the role
Job Summary
The Electrical Reliability Engineer will be responsible for developing and implementing reliability strategies to ensure the optimal performance and longevity of electrical equipment in our pulp and paper manufacturing facility. This role involves analyzing equipment performance, identifying potential issues, and implementing proactive maintenance measures to prevent downtime and enhance operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and manage asset maintenance plans based on rigorous testing and data analysis.
- Identify potential hazards and electrical system failures using statistical data and predictive maintenance techniques (Vibration Analysis, Electric Motor Testing PDMA MCE motor testing, Ultrasonic high voltage testing).
- Monitor and oversee repair work in collaboration with maintenance engineers and other personnel.
- Conduct regular electrical system and component analysis to assess efficiency, safety, condition, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
- Perform root cause analysis of electrical equipment failures and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve electrical system reliability and performance.
- Provide technical support and guidance to maintenance and operations teams.
- Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, equipment performance, and reliability metrics (PM data, Maintenance KPI’s).
- Stay updated with industry best practices and emerging technologies in reliability engineering.
- Assist the equipment/process troubleshooting effort.
- Work with operations and maintenance leaders to support/troubleshoot the maintenance systems in their area.
- Improve maintenance techniques, activities, and practices through use of reliability tools (i.e., RCM, FMEA, RCPE, etc.).
- Assist with implementation of both capital and maintenance improvement projects.
- Provide information and training to help build technical skills in the workforce.
- Monitor and analyze all emergency work orders in the area.
- Lead the RCPE process.
- Manage electrical integrity and inspection programs.
- Assist with MCC or power distribution integrity activities.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in reliability engineering, preferably in the pulp and paper industry.
- Proficiency in predictive maintenance techniques and tools (Vibration Analysis (level 1 certified preferred), ultrasonic testing, PDMA MCE motor testing).
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Proficiency in using maintenance management software and tools.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with electrical systems and practices.
- Familiarity with root cause failure analysis (RCPE) and reliability-centered maintenance (RCM).
- Certification in reliability engineering (e.g., Certified Reliability Engineer - CRE).
- Functional use of Microsoft Office and maintenance systems (CMMS SAP, Microsoft Project).
- Highly organized and uses efficient work methods.
- Demonstrated ability to learn and continue to develop knowledge and skills.
About Domtar
Domtar is a leading, privately held manufacturer of diversified forest products, with a workforce of roughly 14,000 employees in more than 40 locations across North America. The company has an annual capacity of 9.1 million metric tons of pulp, paper, packaging and tissue annually, and has an annual production capacity of about 3 billion board feet of lumber and other wood products. Formerly known as the Paper Excellence Group, Domtar is comprised of legacy businesses Paper Excellence Canada Holdings Corporation, Domtar Corporation and Resolute Forest Products.
Domtar prides itself on operational excellence, delivering sustainable, high-quality, and cost-effective products to meet and exceed customer needs globally. The company is committed to turning sustainable wood fiber into everyday essential products.
Domtar est l'un des principaux fabricants privés de produits forestiers diversifiés, avec un effectif d'environ 14 000 employés répartis sur plus de 40 sites en Amérique du Nord. L'entreprise a une capacité annuelle de 9,1 millions de tonnes métriques de pâte, de papier, d'emballage et de papier tissu, ainsi qu'une capacité de production annuelle d'environ 3 milliards de pieds-planche de bois d'œuvre et d'autres produits du bois. Anciennement connu sous le nom de Paper Excellence Group, Domtar est composé des entreprises Paper Excellence Canada Holdings Corporation, Domtar Corporation et Produits forestiers Résolu.
Domtar est fière de son excellence opérationnelle, de ses produits durables, de haute qualité et rentables qui répondent aux besoins de ses clients à l'échelle mondiale et les dépassent. L'entreprise s'engage à transformer la fibre de bois durable en produits essentiels à la vie de tous les jours.