Electrical Engineer Jobs at International Paper with Visa Sponsorship
Electrical Engineer jobs at International Paper span plant automation, power systems, and process control across manufacturing facilities nationwide. International Paper has an established record of sponsoring international engineers, supporting pathways from student work authorization through permanent residence for qualified candidates in this function.
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Hourly Full-Time 1st shift for training, then 3rd shift
Physical Location:
Binghamton Container
1240 Conklin Road
Conklin, NY 13748
607-775-1550
Pay Rate
$34.03/hr.
Job Requirements
- At least 18 years of age
- Minimum high school graduate, GED, or equivalent work experience
- Eligible for employment in the US
AND The Following
- At least three (3) years of work experience in INSTRUMENTATION AND ELECTRICAL systems
- Must be willing to meet the following requirements:
- Work in industrial conditions (may be warm/hot, dusty/dirty, around hazardous chemicals, noise, heavy machinery, elevated working surfaces, and confined spaces (with proper safety training and safety protection)
- Undergo technical online testing, interview, and a formal hands-on assessment of skills
- Undergo a drug screen for illicit use of drugs as a condition of employment
- Undergo a job-related health assessment as a condition of employment
- Submit to periodic drug screens as a condition of employment
- Work any shift and/or a rotating shift schedule
- Work overtime on a regular basis and with last minute notification
- Work holidays and/or weekends on a regular basis
- Wear required safety equipment
It is preferred that candidates have the following skills and/or experience(s):
- Associates degree and/or certification(s) in Industrial Maintenance or other related disciplines within instrumentation/electrical.
- At least five (5) years of work experience in INSTRUMENTATION AND ELECTRICAL systems
- Relevant work experience in an industrial environment.
The Job You Will Perform
This position will work alongside journeymen-level Electrical/Instrumentation maintenance technicians in routine maintenance work as well as performing many duties independently. Our world class Global Manufacturing Training program provides paid hands-on experiences and classroom instruction in order to prepare you for your next promotion.
Instrumentation
Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Troubleshoot, configure, maintain:
- PLC systems
- Single loop controls for various field systems
- Installation, calibration, troubleshooting various manufacturers of analog and SMART instruments and analytical equipment
- Shop and field repair of final control elements such as pneumatic valves, electric valves, solenoid operated valves, calibration of pneumatic and SMART valve positioners
- Reading and interpreting electrical schematics
- Routine and regulatory calibration of field instruments for boilers and environmental systems
- Troubleshoot, maintain pneumatic and hydraulic systems
- Read and redline loop sheets, P&IDs
- Read and interpret wiring diagrams & electrical schematics
- Understand and follow NFPA70E regulations involving Arc Flash and Shock hazards
- Calibration and maintaining control instrumentation
- Other duties as assigned
AND Electrician
- Troubleshoot, install, repair AC and DC drive systems as well as stand-alone process drives of various manufacturers
- Troubleshoot, install, and maintain various electrical components such as mechanical limit, proximity, photoelectric, speed and reflective switches
- Reading and interpreting electrical schematics
- Perform repairs and preventive maintenance on 480v thru 13.8kv power distribution switchgear
- Understand and follow NFPA70E regulations involving Arc Flash and Shock hazards
- Other duties as assigned
The Skills You Will Bring
- Critical Thinking – Analyze and use logic to address issues
- Team Player – Collaborate and work cooperatively across a multifunctional team
- Dependability – Being reliable, responsible, and dependable
- Self-Motivation – Exerting effort towards training to move up to next position and accepting feedback to make improvements or take corrective action
The Benefits You Will Enjoy
International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term Disability, 401(k) and/or Pension (where applicable), Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets.
The Career You Will Build
Our training and certification program will provide many opportunities to develop new skills for advancement.
Future Opportunities May Include
- Becoming a skilled trainer for future new employees
- Becoming a safety advocate and leader
- Leadership Development training to allow for potential growth into supervisory roles
The Impact You Will Make
We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 125 years. Join our team and you will see why our team members say they are Proud to be IP.
The Culture You Will Experience
International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.
The Company You Will Join
International Paper (NYSE: IP) is a leading global supplier of renewable fiber-based products. We produce corrugated packaging products that protect and promote goods, and enable worldwide commerce, and pulp for diapers, tissue and other personal care products that promote health and wellness. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., we employ approximately 38,000 colleagues globally. We serve customers worldwide, with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, North Africa and Europe. Net sales for 2022 were $21.2 billion. Additional information can be found by visiting InternationalPaper.com.
International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Hourly Full-Time 1st shift for training, then 3rd shift
Physical Location:
Binghamton Container
1240 Conklin Road
Conklin, NY 13748
607-775-1550
Pay Rate
$34.03/hr.
Job Requirements
- At least 18 years of age
- Minimum high school graduate, GED, or equivalent work experience
- Eligible for employment in the US
AND The Following
- At least three (3) years of work experience in INSTRUMENTATION AND ELECTRICAL systems
- Must be willing to meet the following requirements:
- Work in industrial conditions (may be warm/hot, dusty/dirty, around hazardous chemicals, noise, heavy machinery, elevated working surfaces, and confined spaces (with proper safety training and safety protection)
- Undergo technical online testing, interview, and a formal hands-on assessment of skills
- Undergo a drug screen for illicit use of drugs as a condition of employment
- Undergo a job-related health assessment as a condition of employment
- Submit to periodic drug screens as a condition of employment
- Work any shift and/or a rotating shift schedule
- Work overtime on a regular basis and with last minute notification
- Work holidays and/or weekends on a regular basis
- Wear required safety equipment
It is preferred that candidates have the following skills and/or experience(s):
- Associates degree and/or certification(s) in Industrial Maintenance or other related disciplines within instrumentation/electrical.
- At least five (5) years of work experience in INSTRUMENTATION AND ELECTRICAL systems
- Relevant work experience in an industrial environment.
The Job You Will Perform
This position will work alongside journeymen-level Electrical/Instrumentation maintenance technicians in routine maintenance work as well as performing many duties independently. Our world class Global Manufacturing Training program provides paid hands-on experiences and classroom instruction in order to prepare you for your next promotion.
Instrumentation
Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Troubleshoot, configure, maintain:
- PLC systems
- Single loop controls for various field systems
- Installation, calibration, troubleshooting various manufacturers of analog and SMART instruments and analytical equipment
- Shop and field repair of final control elements such as pneumatic valves, electric valves, solenoid operated valves, calibration of pneumatic and SMART valve positioners
- Reading and interpreting electrical schematics
- Routine and regulatory calibration of field instruments for boilers and environmental systems
- Troubleshoot, maintain pneumatic and hydraulic systems
- Read and redline loop sheets, P&IDs
- Read and interpret wiring diagrams & electrical schematics
- Understand and follow NFPA70E regulations involving Arc Flash and Shock hazards
- Calibration and maintaining control instrumentation
- Other duties as assigned
AND Electrician
- Troubleshoot, install, repair AC and DC drive systems as well as stand-alone process drives of various manufacturers
- Troubleshoot, install, and maintain various electrical components such as mechanical limit, proximity, photoelectric, speed and reflective switches
- Reading and interpreting electrical schematics
- Perform repairs and preventive maintenance on 480v thru 13.8kv power distribution switchgear
- Understand and follow NFPA70E regulations involving Arc Flash and Shock hazards
- Other duties as assigned
The Skills You Will Bring
- Critical Thinking – Analyze and use logic to address issues
- Team Player – Collaborate and work cooperatively across a multifunctional team
- Dependability – Being reliable, responsible, and dependable
- Self-Motivation – Exerting effort towards training to move up to next position and accepting feedback to make improvements or take corrective action
The Benefits You Will Enjoy
International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term Disability, 401(k) and/or Pension (where applicable), Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets.
The Career You Will Build
Our training and certification program will provide many opportunities to develop new skills for advancement.
Future Opportunities May Include
- Becoming a skilled trainer for future new employees
- Becoming a safety advocate and leader
- Leadership Development training to allow for potential growth into supervisory roles
The Impact You Will Make
We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 125 years. Join our team and you will see why our team members say they are Proud to be IP.
The Culture You Will Experience
International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.
The Company You Will Join
International Paper (NYSE: IP) is a leading global supplier of renewable fiber-based products. We produce corrugated packaging products that protect and promote goods, and enable worldwide commerce, and pulp for diapers, tissue and other personal care products that promote health and wellness. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., we employ approximately 38,000 colleagues globally. We serve customers worldwide, with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, North Africa and Europe. Net sales for 2022 were $21.2 billion. Additional information can be found by visiting InternationalPaper.com.
International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Electrical Engineer Jobs at International Paper
Align your credentials to U.S. standards early
If your electrical engineering degree is from outside the U.S., get a formal credential evaluation from a NACES-approved agency before applying. Manufacturing employers like International Paper review these during technical screening, not after an offer.
Target plant-based roles over corporate openings
International Paper's electrical engineering hires are concentrated at mill and manufacturing sites, not headquarters. Applications tied to specific facility locations tend to move faster through their technical review process than general expressions of interest.
Clarify your OPT or CPT timeline in your application
If you're on F-1 OPT, state your authorization end date and STEM extension eligibility upfront. International Paper's hiring managers need to know whether your timeline fits their onboarding cycle before advancing you to technical interviews.
Understand how TN status fits your background
Canadian and Mexican nationals with accredited electrical engineering degrees can enter under TN status without employer-filed petitions. For a manufacturing role at International Paper, this can cut the time from offer to start date to a matter of days.
Ask explicitly about PERM sponsorship during the offer stage
International Paper sponsors EB-2 and EB-3 Green Cards for engineering roles, but PERM timelines run one to three years. Confirm during negotiations whether the specific role and facility support long-term sponsorship, not just initial work authorization.
Use Migrate Mate to filter open roles by sponsorship type
International Paper posts electrical engineering openings across dozens of facilities at any given time. Use Migrate Mate to filter specifically for roles that align with your visa category so you're targeting positions where sponsorship is already confirmed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does International Paper sponsor H-1B visas for Electrical Engineers?
International Paper's primary sponsorship pathways for Electrical Engineers are through employment-based Green Cards (EB-2 and EB-3) and F-1 OPT and CPT authorizations, with TN visa status available for Canadian and Mexican nationals. H-1B visa sponsorship is less commonly documented for this role at this employer, so confirm directly with the hiring team during the offer stage which pathways apply to a specific position.
How do I apply for Electrical Engineer jobs at International Paper?
Applications go through International Paper's careers portal, where roles are listed by facility location and department. Engineering positions at manufacturing sites move through a technical screening phase followed by one or more interviews focused on power systems, process control, or automation depending on the facility's needs. Migrate Mate also aggregates open Electrical Engineer roles at International Paper, letting you filter by visa sponsorship type before applying.
Which visa types are commonly used for Electrical Engineer roles at International Paper?
International Paper supports F-1 OPT and CPT for students and recent graduates, TN status for Canadian and Mexican nationals holding accredited electrical engineering degrees, and EB-2 or EB-3 permanent residence sponsorship for longer-term hires. The right pathway depends on your nationality, degree, and where you are in the immigration process, so clarifying this with the recruiter before accepting an offer is important.
What qualifications does International Paper expect for Electrical Engineer roles?
Most Electrical Engineer positions at International Paper require a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from an accredited institution. Roles at manufacturing facilities often prioritize experience with industrial power distribution, programmable logic controllers, or process automation systems. Candidates coming from outside the U.S. should have their academic credentials evaluated by a NACES-approved agency, as this is a standard step in the employer's technical review process.
How do I understand the timeline for visa sponsorship at International Paper?
The timeline depends heavily on which visa pathway applies to you. F-1 OPT can authorize work within weeks of an offer if your EAD is already issued. TN status for eligible nationals can be obtained at the port of entry on your start date. EB-2 or EB-3 PERM-based Green Card sponsorship is a multi-year process, with the PERM labor certification phase alone typically taking six months to over a year at the DOL before an I-140 petition is filed with USCIS.