Electrical Engineer

Job Details

Port Townsend Paper Company – Port Townsend, WA 98368

Position Type:
Full Time

Education Level: BS Degree

Salary: $125,000 – $193,750 per year

Shift: Any

Category:
Engineering

The position:
Electrical Engineer reporting to the Engineering Manager. Responsibilities include supporting project managers on capital projects, scope & estimate development, cost estimating, electrical design reviews, liaison with other engineering disciplines, construction management, final commissioning/turnover to Operations. Provides support for troubleshooting and optimization throughout the mill, occasionally assigned to non‑electrical capital projects.

• Support capital project managers from inception to completion, including analysis of existing systems to identify upgrades for safe, code‑compliant installations within scope, schedule, and budget.
• Provide electrical engineering and construction support to mechanical/process engineering capital project managers, ensuring final installations meet mill electrical standards and OSHA/NEC codes.
• Analyze technical drawings, interpret specifications, and determine the electrical requirements of a given project.
• Participate in engineering, design, and construction reviews.
• Collaborate with other engineers, Maintenance department, and Operations department to ensure project objectives are achieved.
• Perform quality assurance inspections on electrical components supplied and installed for projects and maintenance department repairs/upgrades.
• Diagnose electrical and operational problems and troubleshoot equipment.
• Ensure company health and safety codes are always adhered to.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Thorough understanding of electrical safety regulations (NEC/NFPA 70, 70E, 70B, etc.).
• Thorough understanding of safety procedures typical in industrial environments (LOTO, Arc Flash, Hot Work, etc.).
• Ability to troubleshoot complex electrical systems of varying equipment vintage and condition.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and processes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent time management and diagnostic skills.
• Ability to work in a team and remain professional at all times.

• Minimum of 5 years of electrical engineering experience in an industrial environment; pulp and paper experience preferred.
• Strong background in electrical power distribution, process control systems, and project management.
• Experience with CAD software and MS Office preferred.

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university.
• Passed FE exam required, Professional Engineering (PE) license or equivalent preferred.

• Lifting/moving items over 20‑25 pounds.
• Seated position with computer use for continuous periods.
• Occasional work near operating equipment; exposure to loud noise, dust, and fumes.
• Office desk work required.

• Full‑time, Exempt position.
• Medical, dental, life, and long‑term disability insurance.
• 4 weeks paid vacation (or more based on experience).
• 9 paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.
• Retirement plan.
• Employee Assistance Program with full services (dietary, nutritional, retirement planning, support services).

Background check including criminal record history will be conducted before a new hire; information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.