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 global manufacturing network, ensuring timely and budget-compliant delivery while supporting operational excellence.

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

Requirements:

• 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
• 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