Capital Project Engineer

3M Company; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 124,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

3M Company seeks a Capital Project Engineer to lead capital project execution from planning through delivery at an on-site Knoxville, IA location. You will oversee FEL studies, schedules, budgets, and resources, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

The role emphasizes collaboration with global teams, development of competitive bid strategies, and defining equipment performance criteria for reliable operations. Travel up to 25% may apply.

Qualifications

• Engineering or science degree with required experience (5 years for Dip; 3 years for Bachelor's) in engineering, manufacturing, or project management.
• Two education paths: 5+ yrs with dip or 3+ yrs with Bachelor's in relevant field.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of capital projects including FEL studies, schedules, budgets, Construction activities, and resources.
• Develop bidding strategies and contractor selection for cost-effective results.
• Define equipment performance requirements and design criteria to support safe, reliable operations.
• Establish and maintain robust schedule and cost controls including forecasting, variance analysis and corrective actions.
• Foster strong communication with project teams, site leadership, contractors, and stakeholders across all phases.
• Ensure compliance with codes, standards and company requirements for regulatory, safety and operational expectations.

Skills

Project management

Engineering

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Associate's Degree/Technical Diploma in Engineering or Science

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Project

SAP

SolidWorks

NX

Job description

Job Description:

Capital Project Engineer

Collaborate with Innovative 3Mers Around the World

Choosing where to start and grow your career has a major impact on your professional and personal life, so it's equally important you know that the company that you choose to work at, and its leaders, will support and guide you. With a wide variety of people, global locations, technologies and products, 3M is a place where you can collaborate with other curious, creative 3Mers.

This position provides an opportunity to transition from other private, public, government or military experience to a 3M career.

The Impact You'll Make in this Role

As a Capital Project Engineer, you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative people around the world. Here, you will make an impact by:

• Lead the planning and execution of assigned capital projects by managing Front End Loading (FEL) studies, project schedules, budgets, construction activities, and resources to ensure successful project delivery.
• Develop and implement competitive bidding strategies, including bid evaluation and contractor selection, to ensure cost-effective and high-quality project results.
• Define equipment performance requirements and engineering design criteria to support safe, reliable, and efficient operations.
• Establish and maintain robust schedule and cost control processes, including forecasting, progress tracking, variance analysis, and implementation of corrective actions
• Foster strong communication and collaboration with project teams, site leadership, contractors, and stakeholders throughout all phases of project execution.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, guidelines, and company requirements so that all designs and project activities meet regulatory, safety, and operational expectations.

Your Skills and Expertise

To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications:

• Associate's Degree/Technical Diploma or higher in an Engineering or Science discipline (completed and verified prior to start) from an accredited institution and a minimum of five (5) combined years of experience in engineering, manufacturing, and/or project management in a private, public, government or military environment.

-OR-

• Bachelor's degree or higher in an Engineering or Science discipline (completed and verified prior to start) from an accredited institution and a minimum of three (3) combined years of experience in engineering, manufacturing, and/or project management t in a private, public, government or military environment.

Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:

• Three (3) 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 preferred
• Familiarity with engineering design and project management tools such as AutoCAD, Microsoft Project, SAP, Solidworks, NX or similar systems

Work location:

• On-site Knoxville, IA

Travel: May include up to 25% domestic and international

Relocation Assistance: May be authorized

Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

Supporting Your Well-being

3M offers many programs to help you live your best life - both physically and financially. To ensure competitive pay and benefits, 3M regularly benchmarks with other companies that are comparable in size and scope.

Applicable to US Applicants Only:The expected compensation range for this position is $124,127 - $151,710, which includes base pay plus variable incentive pay, if eligible. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience. In addition, this position may be eligible for a range of benefits (e.g., Medical, Dental & Vision, Health Savings Accounts, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences and Retirement Benefits, etc). Additional information is available at: https://www.3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/

Good Faith Posting Date Range 10/15/2026 To 11/14/2026 Or until filled

All US-based 3M full time employees will need to sign an employee agreement as a condition of employment with 3M. This agreement lays out key terms on using 3M Confidential Information and Trade Secrets. It also has provisions discussing conflicts of interest and how inventions are assigned. Employees that are Job Grade 7 or equivalent and above may also have obligations to not compete against 3M or solicit its employees or customers, both during their employment, and for a period after they leave 3M.

Learn more about 3M's creative solutions to the world's problems at www.3M.com or on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn @3M.

Responsibilities of this position include that corporate policies, procedures and security standards are complied with while performing assigned duties.

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

Pay & Benefits Overview: https://www.3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/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.