Senior Capital Projects Engineer for Manufacturing

Socket.dev; Moncks Corner (SC); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Celanese seeks a Principal Engineer, Major Capital Projects to lead multi-site capital investments from concept through startup. You will drive scope, cost, schedule, safety, and performance while coordinating with engineering, procurement, construction, and operations teams.

The role requires 10+ years in engineering and project management within process industries, delivering large capital projects and managing external partners. Based in key U.S. locations with regional travel.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience leading major capital projects ($2M–$50M USD).
• Strong project management methodologies and controls.
• Experience with cross-functional teams and external partners.

Responsibilities

• Lead execution of capital projects from concept through startup and closeout.
• Oversee scope, cost, schedule, safety, quality, and project performance.
• Develop execution strategies, resource plans, and contracting approaches.
• Maintain project controls, risk registers, and financial forecasts.
• Coordinate with manufacturing leadership to minimize disruption and ensure integration.

Skills

Project leadership

Financial acumen

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical/Mechanical/Civil/Electrical Engineering

Job description

Celanese seeks a Principal Engineer, Major Capital Projects to lead multi-site capital investments from concept through startup. You will drive scope, cost, schedule, safety, and performance while coordinating with engineering, procurement, construction, and operations teams.

The role requires 10+ years in engineering and project management within process industries, delivering large capital projects and managing external partners. Based in key U.S. locations with regional travel.