What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineering Manager position at Smurfit Westrock?
Description & Requirements
Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.
Summary
The Engineering Manager is responsible for leading the engineering function at Dublin Mill, ensuring safety, reliability, and cost‑effective operation of mill assets. This role provides strategic and tactical leadership for capital projects, process control, mechanical integrity, and long‑range asset planning, in support of production, quality, cost, and safety objectives.
The Engineering Manager is a key member of the mill leadership team and works closely with Operations, Maintenance, EHS, and Finance to deliver business results while maintaining compliance and asset health in a 24/7 operating environment.
Responsibilities
Safety, Compliance & Leadership
Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.
Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.
Summary
The Engineering Manager is responsible for leading the engineering function at Dublin Mill, ensuring safety, reliability, and cost‑effective operation of mill assets. This role provides strategic and tactical leadership for capital projects, process control, mechanical integrity, and long‑range asset planning, in support of production, quality, cost, and safety objectives.
The Engineering Manager is a key member of the mill leadership team and works closely with Operations, Maintenance, EHS, and Finance to deliver business results while maintaining compliance and asset health in a 24/7 operating environment.
Responsibilities
Safety, Compliance & Leadership
- Provide visible leadership in support of the mill’s safety-first culture, ensuring all engineering activities comply with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
- Ensure engineering standards, change management, and safe work practices are consistently applied across projects and technical work.
- Support mechanical integrity and facility preservation programs to reduce risk and unplanned downtime.
- Lead the planning, prioritization, and execution of capital projects, major equipment upgrades, and process improvements aligned with mill business objectives.
- Manage the mill’s capital budget, ensuring projects are delivered on scope, schedule, and cost.
- Coordinate internal engineering resources, contractors, OEMs, and external engineering firms as required.
- Provide technical oversight for new equipment purchases, system upgrades, and major modifications.
- Partner with Operations and Maintenance to improve asset reliability, uptime, and performance, while maintaining clear role boundaries between engineering ownership and production accountability.
- Provide technical support for chronic equipment issues, process constraints, and operational risks.
- Ensure effective process control strategies are in place to support quality, productivity, and stability.
- Contribute to long-range capital planning, asset strategies, and mill strategic plans.
- Establish engineering goals, KPIs, and performance measures aligned with mill priorities.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to cost reduction, efficiency, and asset performance.
- Lead, coach, and develop engineering talent, including succession planning and capability building.
- Foster a culture of accountability, technical rigor, and collaboration across the mill.
- Microsoft Office- Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint
- Process Management
- Data historian software (i.e., Process Book)
- Required: 5 to 7 years of supervisory experience in pulp and paper manufacturing
- Demonstrated experience leading engineering teams and managing capital projects in a continuous, 24/7 operation.
- Strong background in process control, mechanical systems, and industrial project execution.
- Preferred: Paper engineering, chemical engineering, or integrated paper mill experience
- Required: High school diploma or G.E.D equivalent
- Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, chemical, paper, or related engineering discipline
- Strong safety leadership mindset and commitment to operational discipline.
- Proven ability to influence cross‑functional partners and lead through complexity.
- Solid financial and project management acumen.
- Clear, direct communication and sound technical judgment.
Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.