Project Engineer

Your Job

Georgia-Pacific Consumer Manufacturing Group is seeking qualified professionals to consider for a Project Engineer role supporting the Consumer Products Group Operations located in Zachary, LA.

The Port Hudson facility uses integrated technology to manufacture tissue and paper towel products in a progressive production environment.

The Project Engineer will play a critical role in planning, executing, and delivering engineering projects within the Georgia Pacific Paper Manufacturing Mill.

This role requires a technically proficient engineer with strong project management skills who can work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget.

The ideal candidate will have experience in paper manufacturing or a heavy industrial environment and a solid understanding of engineering principles, process optimization, and continuous improvement.

Our Team

The Port Hudson Plant is part of the tissue, towel, and napkin paper products manufacturing operation.

We are proud to safely manufacture quality products that have a competitive advantage and solid growth within the marketplace.

We create a work environment that attracts, engages, and retains the best people.

Our employees help other's and the business reach their full potential, promoting our Principle-Based Management culture to the work they do every day.

Our technology is state of the art, and we will bring the best team together to deliver for our customers, Georgia-Pacific, and the Zachary and Port Hudson communities.

What You Will Do


* Drive Principle-Based Management (PBM) culture by leading through influence, fostering accountability, and supporting team development


* Lead and manage engineering projects from initiation through completion, including scope definition, design, procurement, construction, and commissioning phases


* Collaborate with operations, maintenance, process, and safety teams to ensure projects align with mill objectives and operational requirements


* Prepare detailed project schedules, cost estimates, and budgets; monitor project progress and adjust plans as necessary


* Conduct risk assessments and root cause analysis to proactively identify and mitigate project challenges


* Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory standards throughout project lifecycle


* Develop and review technical specifications, engineering drawings, and vendor documentation


* Coordinate with contractors, suppliers, and engineering consultants, ensuring quality and timeline adherence


* Support continuous improvement initiatives by incorporating engineering best practices and innovative solutions


* Prepare regular project status reports and communicate progress to stakeholders and management


* Facilitate effective communication and teamwork among project team members and stakeholders

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)


* Minimum of three (3) ye...