ECD Electrical Engineer

About RYAM

RYAM is a global leader of cellulose-based technologies, including high purity cellulose specialties, a natural polymer commonly found in filters, food, pharmaceuticals and other industrial applications. The Company also manufactures products for paper and packaging markets. With manufacturing operations in the U.S., Canada and France, RYAM employs approximately 2,500 people and generates approximately $1.4 billion of revenues. More information is available at

About RYAM

RYAM is a global leader of cellulose-based technologies, including high purity cellulose specialties, a natural polymer commonly found in filters, food, pharmaceuticals and other industrial applications. The Company also manufactures products for paper and packaging markets. With manufacturing operations in the U.S., Canada and France, RYAM employs approximately 2,500 people and generates approximately $1.4 billion of revenues. More information is available at

RYAM’s intellectual property and manufacturing processes have been developed over 90 years, resulting in unique properties and very high quality and consistency. RYAM is consistently ranked among the nation’s top 50 exporters and delivers products to 79 ports around the world, serving customers in 20 countries across five continents.

At RYAM, we’re shaping the future of talent.

RYAM has a specific purpose…to be the world’s leading manufacturer of renewable products, including paper, packaging, and high purity cellulose. We want smart, innovative people who can find new ways to solve challenging problems. We need talented professionals across multiple disciplines who want to contribute to the company’s mission and advance its vision, while also sharping its future.

How you’ll shape the future of electrical engineering for the mill:

RYAM is seeking outstanding college graduates in Electrical Engineering degree programs to join our Early Career Development (ECD) program as an Electrical Engineer at our manufacturing facility in Fernandina Beach, Florida. We are committed to building our future leaders from within and that is what the ECD program is all about. As a new Engineer, ECD is your customized learning and development plan designed to prepare you for a leadership role in three to five years.

• Evaluate electrical systems, products, components, and applications by designing and conducting research programs, applying knowledge of electricity and materials.
• Confirm system's and components' capabilities by designing testing methods, testing properties.
• Develop electrical products by studying customer requirements, researching and testing manufacturing and assembly methods and materials.
• Develop manufacturing processes by designing and modifying equipment for building and assembling electrical components, soliciting observations from operators.
• Assures product quality by designing electrical testing methods; testing finished products and system capabilities.
• Support Operations, Maintenance, Environmental and Engineering teams to result in safe, effective, sustainable, and cost-effective operations.
• Utilize analysis and problem-solving tools.
• Expand knowledge, experience, technical excellence, and proficiencies in key competencies in preparation for greater responsibilities.
• Assist plant supervision in maintaining high standards for quality, environmental compliance, productivity, and safety.
• Rotation of positions in other areas of the mill including Shift Supervisor to expand knowledge and experience.

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering
• 3.0 minimum GPA
• Must be flexible to work in multi-shift operation
• Excellent communication, critical thinking, interpersonal and team skills

• Challenging engineering projects that make an impact
• Rotational assignments in various positions and departments
• Participation in on-going career skills training classes
• Mentoring, job shadowing and technical training
• Values base on integrity, accountability, quality, and people
• Team based work environment based on respect
• Future career opportunities
• Competitive total rewards package including Educational Assistance
• Good neighbors were we work and live
• Committed to safety and sustainability
• Stable company with over 90 years history

• Seniority level Internship

• Employment type
  
  Full-time

• Job function
  
  Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries Chemical Manufacturing

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