H.B. Fuller · 1 day ago
Sr Project/Process Engineer
H.B. Fuller is the largest pureplay adhesives company in the world, dedicated to enhancing the quality and performance of everyday products. The Senior Project Engineer will lead complex capital projects within the Building Adhesive Solutions manufacturing network, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget while supporting operational excellence.
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Responsibilities
Lead and execute complex capital projects using the corporate CAPEX Stage Gate process from initiation through commissioning
Manage project scope, schedules, and budgets to ensure on‑time, within‑budget delivery
Prepare capital expenditure requests, cost estimates, project proposals, and business justifications
Develop engineering specifications, bid packages, and contractor scopes in alignment with corporate standards
Evaluate manufacturing operations for automation, productivity improvement, and cost‑reduction opportunities
Oversee procurement, construction, installation, and start‑up of new manufacturing systems (“cradle‑to‑grave” ownership)
Coordinate cross‑functional teams and plant resources to minimize downtime during project execution
Screen, hire, and manage contractors; direct internal support personnel and vendors to complete project objectives
Review and approve engineering drawings, equipment selections, and vendor proposals
Ensure all projects comply with environmental, safety, and regulatory requirements, including proper operator training and startup readiness
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering
7+ years of manufacturing engineering experience with a proven record of project execution
Experience leading multiple capital projects valued at $250K or greater
Demonstrated project leadership or program management experience
Knowledge of plant safety requirements including machine guarding, lockout/tagout, and confined space entry
Strong financial acumen, including understanding of IRR and NPV calculations
Proficiency with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office tools, including Microsoft Project
Preferred
Experience in chemical manufacturing environments with liquid and/or powder processes
PMP certification or equivalent capital project management experience
Experience in batch process manufacturing operations
Demonstrated process improvement experience (Lean, Six Sigma, RCCA, Theory of Constraints)
Experience supporting PHAs, JHAs, MOCs, FMEAs, PSM, or functional safety design
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits
Incentive and recognitions programs
Health & wellness benefits
401K contributions
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Company
H.B. Fuller
H.B. Fuller Company is formulator, manufacturer and marketer of adhesives, sealants and other specialty chemical products.
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