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Electrical Engineer
WestRock
Other Engineering
Syracuse, NY, USA
USD 128,024-195k / year + Equity
Posted on Dec 12, 2025
General Information
Job ID
ATR54298
Posting Job Title
Electrical Engineer
Locations
NY Syracuse
Employment Type
Full Time
Date Posted
11-Dec-2025
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.
Employer: WestRock Services, LLC (d/b/a Smurfit Westrock)
Job Title: Electrical Engineer (multiple openings)
ATR: ATR54298
Job Location: 53 Industrial Drive, Syracuse, NY 13204
Job Type: Full Time
Job Duties:
- Manage multiple capital projects (primarily electrical, instrumentation and/or controls), including design, purchasing, contract and construction management, financial and documentation
- Project development within a structured environment on such things as Front End Loading
- Provide E&I project engineering support to the mechanical project engineers on their projects
- Work with Purchasing Dept. to identify all project materials and equipment for project completion
- Assist in the attainment of general mill goals by serving on special teams or supplying teams with necessary technical support
- Responsible for coordinating engineering and project activities while interacting with Maintenance and Operations
- Supply technical assistance for mechanical equipment failure analysis and preservation on existing mill equipment
- Prepare, review and update mill specifications and review management of change proposals
- Provide E&I expertise on maintenance work orders as needed
Requirements:
Employer will accept a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, electrical engineering technology or related field and 5 years of experience in job offered or related occupation.
Position requires experience in the following:
- Process design, power distribution, PLC / DCS and variable speed drives.
- Capital project development, execution, and installation/commissioning.
- Troubleshooting plant electrical equipment and systems.
- Supporting plant maintenance team on preventive maintenance activities, including equipment obsolescence planning and spare parts procurement strategy.
The base pay range for this position in Syracuse, NY is USD $128,024-$195,000(year). Pay is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A sign-on payment and restricted stock units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Applicants should apply via WestRock Services, LLC (d/b/a Smurfit Westrock)’s internal or external careers site.
Contact: Email resume to: greg.keller@westrock.com (ATR #ATR54298) must be included in resume, cover letter, and subject line.
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.
The salary range for this position is $128,024.00 - $195,000.00, depending on your role, level, and location. The range listed is also the expected pay for roles in Illinois and Colorado. The benefits for this role include short-term bonus incentive, health, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and paid sick leave as required by applicable state/local law, 10 days of paid vacation, and 11 days of paid holidays, subject to annual change. Your pay will be based on factors such as your skills, experience, and education. To learn more about this posting, please contact your recruiter during the hiring process. You may apply online at Smurfit Westrock External Careers and the application window is expected to close by 20-Dec-2025.