Senior Process Engineer Job detail

General Information Job

ID ATR60118

Posting Job Title Senior Process Engineer Locations VA Covington Employment Type Full Time Date Posted 17-Mar-2026 Relocation Support Yes Description & Requirements Smurfit Westrock (

NYSE:

SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.

Position:

Senior Process Engineer Job Code:

ENPCP4 +

Staff Eng Location:

Covington, VA The Opportunity:

The Senior Process Engineer is responsible for managing technical projects aimed at product and process problem-solving and/or improvements, cost reduction, and profitability improvement. Process Engineers provide technical assistance to the operating departments to help them achieve the mill's goals and objectives while driving continuous process improvement.

Major Job Responsibilities:

Business Excellence Determine and implement process changes and/or trials to improve operating efficiency and performance and minimize variation Partner with operations, Maintenance, and Process Control Engineers to make process improvements Provide operators, other managers, and salaried employees with analytical support and problem-solving related to operating processes Drive continuous process improvement within an operating area through the coordination and management of raw material and other process trials (e.g. using an ingredient or process aid/chemical) Troubleshoot equipment performance Track and analyze data related to any trials, changes and continual production information to inform recommendations and decisions People and Culture Review and share best practices with peers in technical subject areas including computer software and systems (Plant Information System, Excel, quality data tracker, electronic log sheet) Regularly communicate process-related data to operations and management in readily consumable way Deliver presentations to operations team and leadership providing an executive-level summary of Process Excellence projects Critical Skills /

Capabilities:

Analytical:

Logically processes information to produce insights in a consumable format; aggregates, cleanses, and disseminates data in structured formats to support better business decisions and improved performance

Process-Oriented:

Plans, designs, manages processes while focusing on refining and improving to increase efficiency and effectiveness; understands process inputs, activities, outputs, roles and sequencing

Problem-Solving:

Identifies and analyzes problems; weighs relevance and accuracy of information; generates and evaluates alternative solutions; makes recommendations; demonstrates tackling a problem by using a logical, systematic, or sequential approach

Communication:

Clearly exchanges thoughts, ideas, and messages through written, verbal, and non-verbal methods that promote an understanding with the target audience; listens carefully and attentively

Interpersonal:

Can relate to and communicate effectively with others to build rapport and relationships

Organizational Skills:

Plans, arranges and/or monitor's work to ensure achievement of desired results; establishes a systematic course of action to accomplish objectives

Time Management:

Plans, prioritizes, and manages time spent on accomplishing tasks to increase productivity and efficiency; demonstrates awareness and control over amount of time spent on activities; meets deadlines

Growth and Results Oriented:

Demonstrates an interest, willingness and drive to learn new things; seeks to understand concepts, processes, and ideas within area of functional expertise; naturally inquisitive; sets meaningful goals for personal work productivity Technical Skills Proficient computer skills including experience with the following systems and applications: Microsoft Office - Excel (ability to script macros is preferred), Outlook, PowerPoint, Word Plant Information System Minitab Other Qualifications To perform the duties of the job, this role requires: Constantly ascending/descending stairs and foot stools up to 3 rungs Constantly ascending/descending ladders up to 10 feet tall Constantly ascending/descending ladders taller than 10 feet tall Constantly reaching by extending fingers on two hands Constantly reaching by extending two arms Constantly using fingers to grasp with two hands Constantly using fingers to pinch with two hands Constantly using fingers to type with two hands Frequently working atop of elevated surfaces for 10-30 minutes at a time Frequently positioning oneself low to the ground in a crouching position for up to 10 minutes at a time Frequently positioning oneself low to the ground in a kneeling position for 5-15 minutes at a time Occasionally working in spaces up to three feet wide for 10-30 minutes at a time Occasionally exerting force by pulling up to 30 lbs of weight Occasionally exerting force by pushing up to 30 lbs of weight Occasionally exerting force by lifting up to 30 lbs of weight The spoken exchange of ideas to be performed loudly 75-100% of the time The spoken exchange of ideas to be performed quickly 75-100% of the time The safe and accurate preparation and analyzing of data and figures, monitoring of a computer terminal, or inspection of small defects or parts A repetitive motion, which entails frequent typing Work Environment Frequently works indoors in an environment that is not climate controlled and has high temperatures Frequently stands or walks for 1-2 hours at a time Heavy industrial environment; required to wear PPE - ear plugs, hard hat, safety glasses, steel toed boots What you need to succeed:

Required:

15-20 years of experience in a process engineering role

Preferred:

Work experience in the paper industry

Required:

Bachelor's degree or higher in science or engineering; chemical engineering preferred What we offer: Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence. Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities. An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential. Benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k with match, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, employee referral bonus, and much more! A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work. Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.