Capital Project Engineer

3M • Knoxville, IA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Capital Project Engineer leads the planning and execution of assigned capital projects, including Front End Loading (FEL) studies, schedules, budgets, construction activities, and project resources. The role develops competitive bidding strategies, evaluates bids, selects contractors, defines equipment performance requirements and engineering design criteria, and establishes schedule and cost controls. It collaborates with project teams, site leadership, contractors, and stakeholders throughout project execution, while ensuring that designs and activities meet applicable codes, standards, company requirements, and regulatory, safety, and operational expectations. The position is based on-site in Knoxville, Iowa, and may include up to 25% domestic and international travel. Relocation assistance may be authorized.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree or technical diploma or higher in an Engineering or Science discipline from an accredited institution, completed and verified before starting, and at least three combined years of experience in engineering, manufacturing, and/or project management in a private, public, government, or military environment; alternatively, a bachelor’s degree or higher in an Engineering or Science discipline from an accredited institution, completed and verified before starting.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of experience in chemical manufacturing, industrial operations, or other process-based industries.
• Prior experience with coating, drying and curing, compounding and mixing, material handling, slitting, automation, and packaging systems.
• Demonstrated success leading complex, cross-functional capital projects from concept through final implementation.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Familiarity with engineering design and project management tools such as AutoCAD, Microsoft Project, SAP, Solidworks, NX, or similar systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of assigned capital projects, managing FEL studies, project schedules, budgets, construction activities, and resources.
• Develop and implement competitive bidding strategies, evaluate bids, and select contractors.
• Define equipment performance requirements and engineering design criteria to support safe, reliable, and efficient operations.
• Establish and maintain schedule and cost control processes, including forecasting, progress tracking, variance analysis, and corrective actions.
• Foster communication and collaboration with project teams, site leadership, contractors, and stakeholders throughout project execution.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, guidelines, company requirements, and regulatory, safety, and operational expectations.
• Comply with corporate policies, procedures, and security standards while performing assigned duties.
• Contribute to a strong EHS culture by following safety policies, identifying hazards, and engaging in continuous improvement.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Health Savings Accounts.
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Disability benefits.
• Life insurance.
• Voluntary benefits.
• Paid absences.
• Retirement benefits.
• Relocation assistance may be authorized.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree