CAPEX / Project Engineer

3M; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

3M is seeking a Project Engineer in Bengaluru, Karnataka, to manage capital investment projects that support manufacturing and laboratories. This role involves leading cross-functional teams to define project scope, cost, and schedule while participating in quality improvements and safety initiatives.

The successful candidate will need a Bachelor's in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and at least 10 years of experience in project engineering. Strong communication skills and teamwork are essential for making effective contributions in this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of combined work experience in project, plant, and/or manufacturing engineering.
• Experience in a project engineering/capital project management role.

Responsibilities

• Manage project timelines and budgets for assigned projects.
• Interact with multiple discipline teams including plant personnel, consultants, and suppliers.
• Specify equipment performance and design criteria.
• Estimate capital equipment and installation costs.
• Define and execute competitive bidding strategy.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Project Management

Cross-Functional Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job Title

India Engineering – Project Engineer

Job Summary

The person hired for this position will primarily be responsible for managing capital investment projects in support of manufacturing and laboratories. A project engineer uses engineering knowledge and skills as a leader of cross‑functional teams to define the scope, cost and schedule for capital investment projects which support 3M’s global manufacturing and research efforts. A project engineer also participates in cost reduction, quality improvements, new process and technology development programs, continuous improvement and safety related activities.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Manage project timelines and budgets for assigned projects.
• Interact with multiple discipline teams including plant personnel, consultants and suppliers.
• Specify equipment performance and design criteria.
• Estimate capital equipment and installation costs.
• Define and execute competitive bidding strategy.
• Oversee plant equipment layout and design.
• Coordinate construction activity.
• Lead equipment commissioning.
• Protect intellectual property.
• Communicate effectively to project team, facility staff and project stakeholders.
• Ensure designs meet applicable codes and guidelines.

Location

Electronic City, Bengaluru (Karnataka, India), manufacturing plant. The successful candidate should anticipate an average of 25% travel to 3M manufacturing locations throughout India.

Basic/Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering from an accredited university.
• Minimum 10 years of combined work experience in project, plant and/or manufacturing engineering positions.

Preferred Qualifications

• 10 years’ experience in a project engineering / capital project management role in manufacturing process industry, R&D setup, GCC/office setup.
• Knowledge in automotive film converting, tape coating line, slitting, converting, filling and packaging equipment, utilities (chiller, compressor, boiler, HVAC, power distribution, transformer, ETP, etc).
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Team player with ability to contribute to a matrix environment.

Important Notes

Responsibilities of this position may include direct and/or indirect physical or logical access to information, systems, technologies subjected to regulations and compliance with U.S. Export Control Laws.

Safety and EHS

Safety is a core value at 3M. All employees are expected to contribute to a strong Environmental Health and Safety culture by following safety policies, identifying hazards, and engaging in continuous improvement.