Sr Project/Process Engineer

As the largest pureplay adhesives company in the world, H.B. Fuller’s (NYSE: FUL) innovative, functional coatings, adhesives and sealants enhance the quality, safety and performance of products people use every day. Founded in 1887, with 2024 revenue of $3.6 billion, our mission to Connect What Matters is brought to life by more than 7,500 global team members who collaborate with customers across more than 30 market segments in over 140 countries to develop highly specified solutions that enable customers to bring world-changing innovations to their end markets. Learn more at www.hbfuller.com.

Position Overview

The Senior Project Engineer supports the Building Adhesive Solutions (BAS) global manufacturing network by leading high‑visibility, complex capital projects from concept through commissioning. Reporting to the BAS Global Project Engineering Manager, this role is responsible for delivering projects on time and within budget while supporting capacity growth, automation, and operational excellence across multiple facilities.

Primary 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.

Minimum 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

Preferred Requirements

• 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

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Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, and geographic location.

In addition to your salary, H.B. Fuller offers employees a competitive total rewards package including comprehensive benefits, incentive and recognitions programs, health & wellness benefits, 401K contributions, paid time off and paid holidays. Eligibility may vary.

H.B. Fuller is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and proud to have created a collaborative culture where employees around the world are seen, heard, and respected. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or marital status or status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected classification.

H.B. Fuller does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms. To conduct business with H.B. Fuller, a written service agreement must be executed by Human Resources prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. Without a signed service agreement, H.B. Fuller shall not be obligated for payment of any fee or compensation.