Sr. Design Engineering SpecialistCollaborate with Innovative 3Mers Around the WorldChoosing where to start and grow your career has a major impact on your professional and personal life, so it's equally important you know that the company that you choose to work at, and its leaders, will support and guide you. With a wide variety of people, global locations, technologies and products, 3M is a place where you can collaborate with other curious, creative 3MersThis role directs multi-disciplinary engineering teams on projects of major importance for one or more divisions. Identifies and promotes self-initiated technical programs for one or more divisions.
Possesses and applies specialized knowledge in specific technology(s) or project management to serve one or more division's needs. Provides leadership to implement innovative applications and advancement of technologies. Serves as a technical/business mentor.This position provides an opportunity to transition from other private, public, government or military experience to a 3M careerThe Impact You'll Make in this RoleAs a Sr. Design Engineering Specialist, you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative people around the world.
Here, you will make an impact by:Design of feedblocks, dies and other miscellaneous melt processing equipment from initial concept through plant commissioning working closely with product teams, fabrication, process engineers and plant personnelProvide specialized equipment to support the development of new film productsDevelop and deploy new technologies to advance film manufacturing capabilitiesManage project schedules and budgetsAssist in troubleshooting and support of existing manufacturing infrastructureProvide leadership and mentoring to our lab design teamYour Skills and ExpertiseTo set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications:Bachelor's Degree or higher in a science or engineering discipline (completed and verified prior to start) from an accredited institutionMinimum of five (5) years of experience in design of process related capital equipmentAdditional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:Bachelor's degree w/ 10+ yrs of experience or master's degree in mechanical engineeringProficient with NX (Unigraphics) CAD modeling softwareExperience with ANSYS software and application of finite element modeling techniques to solve structural, thermal and computational fluid dynamic problemsUnderstanding of polymer film manufacturing processes and equipmentExperience with start-up, troubleshooting and commissioning of capital manufacturing equipmentManagement and execution of multiple projects in parallelAbility to work independently or as part of larger cross functional teamStrong verbal and written communication skillsWork location:Hybrid Eligible (Job Duties allow for some remote work but require travel to 3M Center (Maplewood, MN) at least (3) days per week)Travel: May include up to 10% (domestic)Relocation Assistance: May be authorizedMust be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).Supporting your Well-being3M offers many programs to help you live your best life-both physically and financially. To ensure competitive pay and benefits, 3M regularly benchmarks with other companies that are comparable in size and scope.Chat with MaxFor assistance with searching through our current job openings or for more information about all things 3M, visit Max, our virtual recruiting assistant on 3M.co/careersApplicable to US Applicants Only: The expected compensation range for this position is $188,251 - $230,084, which includes base pay plus variable incentive pay, if eligible. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience.
In addition, this position may be eligible for a range of benefits (e.g., Medical, Dental & Vision, Health Savings Accounts, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences and Retirement Benefits, etc.). Additional information is available at: does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.