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

The pay range is $92,000.00 - $166,000.00

Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position. These include labor markets and in some instances may include education, work experience and certifications. In addition to your pay, Target cares about and invests in you as a team member, so that you can take care of yourself and your family. Target offers eligible team members and their dependents comprehensive health benefits and programs, which may include medical, vision, dental, life insurance and more, to help you and your family take care of your whole selves.Other benefits for eligible team members include 401(k), employee discount, short term disability, long term disability, paid sick leave, paid national holidays, and paid vacation.Find competitive benefits from financial and education to well-being and beyond at .

About us:

Working at Target means helping all families discover the joy of everyday life. We bring that vision to life through our values and culture. Learn more about Target here.

Target Global Supply Chain and Logistics is evolving at an incredible pace. We are constantly reimagining how we get the right product to the right guest even better, faster and more cost effectively than before. We are becoming more intelligent, automated and algorithmic in our decision-making, so that no matter how guests shopin stores or on Target.comwe deliver the convenience and immediate gratification they demand and deserve. We are on a mission to win decisively over any competitor, with a seamless and superior guest service experience unlike any they can offer. Our teams work with the agility our mission requires, and we constantly come together to implement new processes in record time. So were looking for exceptional people who are proactive, creative, independent, innovative, risk-savvy and comfortable working in varying degrees of ambiguity. Are you a critical thinker who seeks the root cause and can analyze both qualitatively and quantitatively? Are you a creative problem-solver who simplifies problems, quickly identifies solutions, commits to a plan and then positively influences others to execute it? If so, you will have success on one of our dynamic teams.

About the Job

The Lead Project Engineer will drive the successful activation of complex supply chain projects. This role ensures systems are delivered on time, meet performance standards, and are ready for operational handoff. The position reports to the Director of Activation and collaborates closely with Engineering, Operations, and Vendor teams.

As a Lead Project Engineer on the Activation team, you will manage execution of installation of world-class material handling and automated systems. From initial design concepting through acceptance and turnover, you will lead internal and external engineering resources, oversee commissioning phases, and ensure cross-functional alignment across Activation, Engineering, Operations, and Vendors. You will be responsible for Project Leadership, Technical Oversight, Testing & Commissioning, and Cross-Functional Coordination

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate installation and commissioning of projects, ensuring delivery on time and on budget.
• Oversee commissioning phases including IQA, SCADA validation, and performance testing.
• Own the development and approval of test cases.
• Lead defect triage and resolution in collaboration with technical leads.
• Test and accept all in-scope project deliverables including automation and MHE systems.
• Ensure systems meet safety, throughput, and industry standards.
• Lead vendor activation activities including implementation schedules, design reviews, and change requests.
• Review technical drawings, schematics, and manuals to influence and iterate on concept designs.
• Manage project schedule, costs, and resources to meet critical milestones.
• Provide project-level inputs to cross-functional teams and program management.
• Develop and execute handoff strategies to Field Operations upon project completion.
• Troubleshoot, resolve, and escalate installation issues effectively.
• Maintain and close out project punch lists in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Collaborate across internal and external stakeholders including vendors, engineering, operations, and facilities.
• Create and maintain installation and system acceptance testing specifications.
• Develop internal tools and templates to assist with scheduling, budgeting, and tracking.

Qualifications

• 7 or more years of combined experience in material handling, automation, manufacturing, supply chain and/or distribution and logistics industries.
• Four-year degree in engineering or a four-year degree and equivalent experience.
• Proven project management experience implementing complex capital equipment & systems.
• Multi-year experience with project management strategies required for complex and dynamic projects with very short lead times.
• 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 Qualifications & Experiences

• Familiarity with material flow methodologies.
• Experience with industrial control systems.
• Experience with automated material handling systems such as conveyors, sortation systems, or robotics.
• 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.
• Masters degree in engineering or MBA.

This position will operate as a Hybrid/Flex for Your Day work arrangement based on Targets needs. A Hybrid/Flex for Your Day work arrangement means the team members core role will need to be performed both onsite at the Target HQ MN location the role is assigned to and virtually, depending upon what your role, team and tasks require for that day. Work duties cannot be performed outside of the country of the primary work location, unless otherwise prescribed by Target. Click here if you are curious to learn more about Minnesota.

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