Turbine Technology SME

Position Title:

Turbine Technology SME

Pay Rate:

$134,900 - $179,900

Variable pay may provide additional opportunities for financial awards. This job is eligible to participate in IP’s short-term incentive plan.

Category:

Salaried Full-Time

Physical Location:

Optional - Relocation not required

The Job You Will Perform:

• This position is in the Power Manufacturing Solutions Group, and provides technical guidance and direction to our mill teams in the Turbine Generator, Gas Turbine, and mechanical drive turbine areas. Specific areas of support and expertise includes operation, unit surveillance, basic care, time and conditioned based maintenance per company policies and proven practices. This support will include a combination of remote and travel to mill locations. Expected travel is 50 – 70%. You will be expected to learn all the specific units in the 27 mill system and the mill team members that operate and manage these units.
• Safety – Set the right example and demonstrate Safety Leadership to assure a safe working environment and expectations. Ensure proper planning and safe work plans are in place for our contractors and our mill teams.

• Operations Improvement and Process Improvement - Provide training programs to support the mills in operations and maintenance of the power generation equipment to ensure safety and reliability. Support the investigation of major incidents to identify root cause(s), develop corrective action plans, and disseminate the information to the enterprise

• Technical Assistance – Provide technical assistance to the manufacturing organizations and International Paper staff and management. Support the company facilities with maintenance information and programs where needed on turbine generator equipment. Provide support and leadership in execution of maintenance programs such as STEP, STORM, BASIC CARE. Provide onboarding and training for mill TG outage coordinators and participate in the outage planning process. Ensure Policy and Best Practices are communicated and understood, and support adherence to policy for the protection of assets.
• Outage Support – Coordinate with other Turbine Technology team members to support on site for all Major Inspections of turbine steam path and generator to assure asset preservation and long term planning. Provide an interface with OEM field service, factory, and other groups to assure that the highest quality performance. Foster an environment of teamwork and alliance partnerships to reduce the overall cost to International Paper. This would include routine interface on pre-outage, outage, post-outage, and day to day support as needed.
• Capital Project Management - Provide technical input and guidance for Turbine Generator major capital investment opportunities. Support the improvement of current company power generation equipment, and the selection and installation of new equipment, upgrades, and improvements at our facilities. Utilize Best Practices and the project development process (PDP).
• People Development/Relationships - Maintain relationships, provide assistance with training and development of mill team members. Mentor upcoming power leaders in the areas of Turbine Generators, policy, and suggested proven practices. Keep the Manager of Power Manufacturing Solutions, other Turbine Technology Team members fully informed of progress and status of work, Encourage and foster teamwork within the Power Manufacturing Solutions group and our mill Power leadership teams.

• Maintain relationships with the IP Global Sourcing team and our TG OEM’s. Provide leadership and management within the OEM Alliance to ensure high quality resourcing and work execution within the agreement. Work within the agreement with OEM to provide deliberate improvements where applicable.

The Skills You Will Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with 5 years’ experience in TG / Power Plant operation or 10 years’ current experience in Turbine Generator operations and maintenance, including auxiliary systems supporting the TGs.
• Core technical knowledge of safety systems, procedures, equipment design and operation to protect assets and personnel. Must have a core knowledge of industrial process safety management.
• 10 years’ experience in pulp and paper industry is preferred, including knowledge of auxiliary drive turbines.

Competencies:

• Technical Knowledge
• Safety Leadership
• Communication Skills
• Command Skills
• Time Management
• Prioritization.
• Organization

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. Life & Disability Insurance

The Career You Will Build:

• Become a company leader in Turbine Generators
• Technical mentor to mill power leaders, engineers, operators

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’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 a leading global supplier of renewable fiber-based products. We produce corrugated packaging products that protect and promote goods, and enable worldwide commerce, and pulp for diapers, tissue and other personal care products that promote health and wellness. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., we employ approximately 38,000 colleagues globally. We serve customers worldwide, with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, North Africa and Europe. Net sales for 2021 were $19.4 billion. 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.