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<p style="margin:0.0in"><strong><span style="">Job Title:</span></strong><span style=""> Engineering Manager <br><strong>Location:</strong> Cloquet, MN<br><strong>Department:</strong> Engineering</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in"><strong><span style=""> </span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0in"><strong><span style="">Position Overview:</span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0in"><span style="">We are seeking a strategic and experienced Engineering Manager to lead a high-performing team responsible for the execution of large-scale capital projects and support of mill maintenance activities. This role oversees a team of Mechanical and Electrical Project Engineers, as well as a Superintendent of Process Control and Automation, with additional reports across engineering and maintenance functions.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in"><span style=""> </span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in"><strong><span style="">Key Responsibilities:</span></strong></p> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"><span style="">Lead and manage a team of 9 direct reports, including project engineers and technical specialists.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"><span style="">Oversee planning, budgeting, and execution of large capital projects from concept through commissioning.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"><span style="">Provide strategic direction and technical oversight to ensure projects meet safety, quality, cost, and schedule objectives.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"><span style="">Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, maintenance, and corporate teams to align engineering initiatives with business goals.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"><span style="">Support mill maintenance activities by providing engineering expertise and resources as needed.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"><span style="">Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and professional development within the engineering team.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"><span style="">Ensure compliance with all relevant safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.<br><br></span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0in"><strong><span style="">Qualifications:</span></strong></p> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"><span style="">Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related field); advanced degree preferred.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"><span style="">Minimum of 10 years of engineering experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role managing capital projects.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"><span style="">Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage complex projects in an industrial or manufacturing setting.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"><span style="">Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"><span style="">Valid driver's livense with demonstrated safe driving record.</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0in"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in"><strong><span style="">What We Offer:</span></strong></p> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"><span style="">Competitive compensation.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"><span style="">Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and retirement plans.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"><span style="">Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"><span style="">A collaborative and innovative work environment.</span></li> </ul>