Senior Research Engineer – Process Equipment Development

Senior Research Engineer – Process Equipment Development

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

• Developing experimental and pilot-scale processes for new and existing applications
• Running complex experimental campaigns and iterating equipment design to optimize cost and performance
• Modifying and reconfiguring existing machinery to adapt to new applications or research directions
• Troubleshooting mechanical, fluidic, and thermal system failures to minimize downtime in the lab
• Collaborating with other researchers and engineers to translate conceptual lab and pilot-scale workflows into functional manufacturing-scale equipment

• Bachelor of Science degree in engineering, chemistry, or a material science discipline from an accredited institution, completed and verified prior to start.
• Five (5) years of hands‑on experience in an industrial or academic R&D environment building, operating, and maintaining custom technical equipment.

• Advanced degree (MS/PhD) in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, or Materials) or equivalent technical certification in a field requiring high-level equipment aptitude.
• Demonstrated expertise in the application of mass, heat, and fluid transport principles.
• Expertise in specifying and integrating specialized components like mass flow controllers, transducers, and heating elements.
• Direct experience with high‑pressure vessels and gas handling systems.
• Familiarity with sol‑gel chemistry, ceramic processing, or advanced drying/solidification techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and create CAD models and basic understanding of process controls schemes.
• Strong “tinkerer” mindset with a proven track record of modifying off‑the‑shelf tools for custom research needs.
• Experience with basic automation and data acquisition tools.

• 3M Center, Maplewood, MN

Travel may include up to 10% domestic/international.

Relocation assistance may be authorized.

Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H‑1B status).

3M 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.

Expected compensation range for this position is $124,127 – $151,710, which includes base pay plus variable incentive pay, if eligible. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience.

Benefits may include Medical, Dental & Vision, Health Savings Accounts, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences and Retirement Benefits.