POSITION SUMMARY:

The Capital Project Engineer is responsible for the planning, design, execution, and delivery of capital projects in an industrial setting. This role requires technical expertise and project management skills to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and in compliance with applicable codes and standards. Candidates from Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, or other engineering backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

THE SKILLS YOU WILL BRING:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, or related field).
• 5–10 years of relevant engineering/project experience in an industrial environment.
• Eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) or Registered Engineering Technologist with a provincial regulatory body (e.g., APEGA).
• Familiarity with relevant design codes and standards (e.g., ASME, B31.3, IEEE, ABSA).
• Proficiency with engineering and design tools (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks, SAP).
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience managing contractors and coordinating multidisciplinary teams.
• Industrial or heavy manufacturing experience is preferred.

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.

ENGINEERING & TECHNICAL DUTIES:

• Lead or contribute to the detailed design, specification, and execution of facility systems and infrastructure, which may include mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, or piping systems.
• Conduct engineering assessments and support equipment sizing, selection, and layout based on project needs and industry standards.
• Prepare and review technical documentation such as process flow diagrams (PFDs), isometrics, schematics, and construction work packages.
• Collaborate across disciplines to ensure seamless integration of systems in engineering designs (e.g., with P&IDs, electrical schematics, or instrumentation layouts).
• Maintain and update engineering control documents and ensure adherence to current engineering standards.
• Support process safety initiatives and provide technical troubleshooting and plant optimization support.
• Participate in design reviews and regulatory compliance evaluations.
• Ensure the quality, accuracy, and completeness of technical deliverables throughout the project lifecycle.

PROJECT MANAGEMENT DUTIES:

• Manage or support the delivery of capital projects from feasibility through to commissioning and handover.
• Ensure all aspects of project delivery—safety, scope, schedule, budget, quality, procurement, and change control—are effectively managed.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders, external vendors, and regional engineering teams to ensure successful project execution.
• Lead or participate in project value-improvement practices, constructability reviews, and risk assessments.
• Develop technical specifications, data sheets, and RFPs for equipment and services.
• Oversee procurement activities, including vendor communication, drawing reviews, and expediting of materials.
• Coordinate and review inspection and QA/QC activities related to fabricated or installed systems.
• Monitor construction progress and manage commissioning/start-up activities to ensure safe, compliant, and successful project implementation.