Chief Engineer
Valmet
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Xi'an • China
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About the role
- Act as the primary engineering interface for sales, project management, and customers, ensuring clear communication and technical alignment throughout project delivery
- Lead the collection, clarification, and dissemination of all initial engineering information (contracts, specifications, standards) to kick-start engineering activities
- Take ownership for the creation and execution of Engineering Quality Assurance (QA) plans, ensuring compliance with established processes
- Provide technical leadership within the TM Automation engineering group, guiding project teams, managing resources, and ensuring on-time, on-budget, and high-quality delivery
- Coordinate closely with other engineering disciplines (Fluid, Mechanical, Air Systems, Mill) to ensure seamless integration and conflict-free interfaces
- Support site activities during installation, commissioning, and startup, providing expert engineering solutions
- Play a mentor and coaching role in developing junior and lead engineers, fostering skill growth within the team
- Drive continuous improvement in product quality, cost-effectiveness, and competitiveness through close collaboration with product management
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant engineering field
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in paper machine engineering, preferably with Valmet products and processes
- In-depth knowledge of Valmet's product scope within the electrical control system domain for paper/board/tissue machines
- Strong expertise in using Valmet Engineering tools, MS Office, and relevant automation software systems (e.g., Siemens)
- Fluency in a foreign language (English required) for effective work communication
- Solid understanding of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and OHSAS 18001 (or ISO 45001) management systems
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and team collaboration skills, with a proven ability to lead and build effective teams in a dynamic environment
- Strong commitment to problem-solving, quality, and confidentiality
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Comprehensive insurance
- Vibrant workplace culture filled with team-building events and employee clubs
- Flexible internal mobility program to grow your career your way
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
engineering quality assurancepaper machine engineeringelectrical control systemsautomation softwareproject managementtechnical leadershipcontinuous improvementproblem-solvingresource managementinstallation and commissioning
Soft Skills
interpersonal skillscommunication skillsteam collaborationmentoringcoachingleadershipskill developmentdynamic environment adaptabilityconfidentialitycommitment to quality