Mechanical Engineer

AV Group NB Inc. is an exciting and innovative company operating two pulp mills in New Brunswick. The two mills produce dissolving grade pulp for the unique global market of viscose fibre.  Located in Atholville, New Brunswick, our pulp mill finds itself in a picturesque area of the Restigouche River.  

AV Group NB Inc. is part of the Aditya Birla Group (ABG), a 45 billion $US corporation in the League of Fortune 500 companies.  With 130 Manufacturing units operating in 36 countries and 6 continents, the Group is anchored by an extraordinary force of over 140,000 employees, belonging to 42 different nationalities. Over 60 per cent of its revenues flow from its overseas operations. As a member of The Aditya Birla Group based in India, our mandate is to produce specialty pulp products to service the textile industry.  AV Group offers outstanding career opportunities as well as the chance to be a part of a developing team.

AV Group NB Inc. Atholville Mill is currently recruiting for the following position:

Mechanical Engineer

The successful candidate will be responsible for the safe operations and maintenance activities in the Steam and Recovery area to achieve maximum production while meeting health and safety, environment, cost and quality objectives in compliance with corporate principles and guidelines.

Key responsibilities include:

• Work with Steam & Recovery team to ensure that steam, power, water, air, cooking acid and other services are available to the various operating departments of the mill.
• Work with Steam & Recovery team to ensure maximum performance of the Steam and Recovery through effective use of systems, procedures and resources.
• Work with Steam & Recovery team with department budget and explain variances with appropriate corrective action taken as required.
• Identify and implement cost reduction opportunities in the department.
• Ensure accident/incident investigations and follow-ups are performed.
• Coordinate major maintenance activities in conjunction with the Mechanical Supervisor.
• Coordinate with production teams and Recovery and Power manager for aligning recovery and power operations with production plans.
• Lead/assist improvement projects.
• Ensure departmental compliance with applicable OH&S legislation, Corporate, OHSAS 18001 and AV Group procedures & guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with N.B Boiler and Pressure Vessel Act and Regulations pertaining to departmental operations.
• Ensure that production activities are in accordance with health, safety and environmental legislation EMS (ISO 14001) standards.

Qualifications:

• BSc. In Mechanical Engineering
• Professional Engineer designation registered with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of New Brunswick (APEGNB) or willing to register
• 1^st Class Power Engineering license, or willing to obtain.
• 5+ years of experience in an industrial manufacturing environment preferred, however recent graduates will be considered and are encouraged to apply.
• Previous experience in a pulp mill would be considered an asset.
• Must be self-motivated, results oriented and prepared to work efficiently in a dynamic multi-disciplinary team environment.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, organization and leadership skills are essential.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Why AV Group NB Inc.?

With AV Group NB Inc. you will become a part of a worldwide global company that understands the value of their employees. You will be part of a team that is built on strong values and work ethics. AV Group offers challenges in a wide range of disciplines and opportunities for professional growth, a competitive salary, competitive benefits package and a variety of training & development programs to help you develop the skills you need to build a successful career.

If you believe you are a good fit for a fast-paced, challenging work environment, please submit your resume at https://av-group.ca/job-listings/

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.