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Target · 2 hours ago

Lead Project Engineer – Activation, Global Supply Chain and Logistics (Hybrid)

Minneapolis, MN

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$92K/yr - $166K/yr

7+ years exp

Target is a company focused on helping families discover the joy of everyday life. The Lead Project Engineer will drive the successful activation of complex supply chain projects, ensuring material handling systems are delivered on time and meet performance standards.

CommunitiesE-CommerceRetailShopping

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Participate in contract negotiations with MHE suppliers to ensure Target’s installation requirements and performance KPIs are clearly defined and contractually aligned

Provide technical oversight of design/build drawings and schematics, ensuring alignment with Target’s electrical safety, controls, and engineering standards

Develop and execute integration plans for brownfield and retrofit installations, minimizing disruption to ongoing operations

Source, on-board, and lead third-party vendors to deliver specialized mechanical, electrical, and controls validations in support of successful system commissioning and acceptance

Manage project schedule, costs, and resources to meet critical milestones

Provide end-to-end ownership of mechanical, electrical, controls, and performance validation and final acceptance of new MHE systems

Work cross-functionally with internal and external safety specialists to validate that systems meet regulatory compliance and Target requirements

Lead defect triage in collaboration with technical leads establishing an MHE punch list to prioritize and validate defect resolution through project close out

Support transition of newly accepted MHE systems to long-term owners

Identify, document, and prioritize MHE optimization opportunities to support day-two enhancements and inform future solution designs

Collaborate across internal and external stakeholders including vendors, engineering, operations, and facilities

Support benchmarking activities, factory acceptance testing (FAT), and proof-of-concept initiatives, providing detailed analysis to inform engineering and operation decisions

Develop and implement internal processes, tools, and templates that improve execution efficiency, reduce project costs, and ensure delivered MHE systems enable exceptional operational performance

Qualification

Material handling systemsElectrical safetyProject managementAutomationSCADALean methodologiesAnalytical skillsStakeholder engagementProject planning softwareCommunicationDecision-making

Required

7 or more years of combined experience in material handling, automation, manufacturing, supply chain and/or distribution and logistics industries

Four-year degree in electrical, controls, or industrial engineering, or equivalent combination of education and experience

Proven project management experience implementing complex capital equipment & systems

Subject matter expert in automated material handling systems such as conveyors, sortation systems, and robotics

Subject matter expert in electrical safety, power distribution, industrial controls, and SCADA supporting material handling systems

Exceptional analytical and organizational skills with demonstrated ability to manage several complex projects at the same time

Ability to work independently with considerable latitude in decision making

Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills across all organizational levels

Excellent judgment and decision-making skills under uncertainty

Proficiency with standard project planning software applications

Ability to travel up to 40% (varies by project phase)

Preferred

Familiarity with material flow methodologies

Experience with facility layouts and construction

Experience with distribution and/or logistics process flows and operations

Experience with lean, six sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies

Project management professional (PMP) training

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits and programs

Medical

Vision

Dental

Life insurance

401(k)

Employee discount

Short term disability

Long term disability

Paid sick leave

Paid national holidays

Paid vacation

Company

Target

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Target is a retailing company providing access to a wide selection of products such as furniture, electronics, toys, and others.

Founded in 1962

Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA

10001+ employees

https://www.target.com

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