USAC Project Engineer

USAC Central Project Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a USAC Central Project Engineer to collaborate with innovative 3

Mers around the world as part of the private, public, government or military environment. The position involves technical project planning and execution, ensuring EHS compliance and cost‑effective solutions.

• Supporting the Project Manager in identifying the most cost‑effective technical solutions and driving estimate, schedule, and change management processes.
• Leading and coordinating all technical project work, including front‑end engineering and design activities, to ensure robust, safe solutions.
• Defining Basis of Design (BOD) and Engineering package deliverables.
• Specifying major equipment and overseeing the development of Factory Acceptance Test (FAT), Site Acceptance Test (SAT), and startup/commissioning plans.
• Maintaining effective communication and alignment with the project team and owners throughout execution.
• Driving compliance by understanding applicable codes and guidelines to ensure designs meet EHS standards.

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in an engineering discipline from an accredited institution (completed and verified prior to start).
• Seven (7) years of capital project management experience and involvement in developing technical design and construction packages in a private, public, government or military environment.
• Current, valid driver’s license.

• Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Chemical engineering degree.
• Track record of successful project execution in a stage gate capital deployment model.
• Prior experience with webline, converting, automation, and/or discrete part handling equipment.

• On‑site work model, requiring at least four days a week at the 3M Center in Maplewood, MN.

• May include up to 25% domestic travel.

• May be authorized.

• Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B).
  Responsibilities of this position may include direct and/or indirect physical or logical access to information, systems, and technologies subject to U.S. Export Control laws.

Compensation range $145,676 - $178,049, including base pay and variable incentive pay, and eligible for benefits such as medical, dental, vision, health savings account, flexible spending account, disability, life insurance, paid absences and retirement benefits.

3M does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.