Mechanical Engineer, Product Development

Job Description:

Mechanical Engineer, Product Development

Collaborate with Innovative 3Mers Around the World

Choosing 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 3Mers.

This position provides an opportunity to transition from other private, public, government or military experience to a 3M career.
 

The Impact You’ll Make in this Role

As a Mechanical Engineer, 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:

• Developing world-class Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) using advanced materials, analysis, and validation

• Working collaboratively in an agile framework to ensure product performance meets rigorous durability and regulatory requirements

• Growing mechanical design leadership

• Maintaining effective communication with project team, staff, and project owners

Your Skills and Expertise 
 

To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M is looking for candidates who must have the following qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a Mechanical Engineering (completed and verified prior to start) from an accredited institution.

• Two (2) years of experience in Mechanical Design/Development in a private, public, government or military environment.

Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:

• Master's degree preferred in mechanical engineering

• Background in the design of plastic components (injection molding) as well as the design of metal-formed components (sheet metal and machined)

• Experience using 3D solid modeling tools (Inventor or equivalent) in conjunction with Design Analysis Tools (FEA, CFD & Moldflow)

• Involved with New Product Development

Work location:

• Work location: This role follows an on-site working model, requiring the employee to work at least four days a week at the 3M in Monroe, NC.

Travel: May include up to 10% domestic/international

Relocation Assistance: Is authorized

Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

Supporting Your Well-being 

3M 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. 

Resources for You 

For more details on what happens before, during and after the interview process, check out the Insights for Candidates page at 3M.com/careers. 

Applicable to US Applicants Only:The expected compensation range for this position is $98,413 - $120,282, 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: https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/.

Good Faith Posting Date Range 03/26/2026 To 04/25/2026 Or until filled

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Responsibilities of this position include that corporate policies, procedures and security standards are complied with while performing assigned duties.

Safety is a core value at 3M. All employees are expected to contribute to a strong Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) culture by following safety policies, identifying hazards, and engaging in continuous improvement.Pay & Benefits Overview: https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/

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