Capital Project Engineer

Capital Project Engineer

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• Lead capital engineering projects that support growth, cost reduction, EHS improvement, and equipment/facility renewal.
• Lead diverse teams including electrical, facilities, design, technical experts, and operations to deliver project expectations.
• Utilize project engineering fundamentals (scope, budget, schedule, forecasting, communication, financial analysis) to deliver the best outcome for 3M.
• Lead engineering projects through multi-disciplinary teams.
• Integrate manufacturing and laboratory business issues/needs into project planning.
• Control project costs and schedules, and present project status and results to business partners, suppliers, team members and appropriate management.

Required qualifications (from day one):

• Bachelor’s degree or higher AND three (3) years of project management experience in a private, public, government, or military environment.
• OR associate’s degree or higher AND five (5) years of project management experience in a private, public, government, or military environment.

Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further include:

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical or mechanical engineering.
• History of successful execution of projects including final performance in the factory.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to effectively present project plans and status to management.
• Team player with the ability to positively contribute to a multidisciplinary environment.
• Knowledge of Process Safety Management and Mechanical Integrity industry practices.

• On-site model, requires at least four days a week at 3M Cottage Grove, Cottage Grove, MN.

• Travel may include up to 10% domestic/international.
• Relocation may be authorized.

Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status.

Applicable to US applicants only: the expected compensation range is $145,676 – $178,049, which includes base pay plus variable incentive pay, if eligible. Compensation may vary based on experience, skills, and other factors. This position may be eligible for benefits such as Medical, Dental & Vision, Health Savings Accounts, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences, and Retirement Benefits.

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