Senior Product Development Engineer (m/f/*)

3M; Skelmersdale; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health and safety company in Skelmersdale is seeking a Senior Product Development Engineer to design innovative Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA). Candidates should possess a degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering and have experience in mechanical design and development. The role involves collaboration with global teams and communication with various stakeholders. The position is office-based with no option for full remote work.

Qualifications

• Possess a bachelor’s degree or higher in either Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering.
• Experienced in Mechanical Design/Development in varied environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop world-class Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA).
• Collaborate with global colleagues to ensure product performance meets requirements.
• Maintain effective communication with the project team and project owners.

Skills

Mechanical Design/Development

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

3D solid modelling tools

Design Analysis Tools (FEA, CFD & Moldflow)

Job description

Overview

3M has a long-standing reputation as a company committed to innovation. We provide the freedom to explore and encourage curiosity and creativity. We gain new insight from diverse thinking, and take risks on new ideas. Here, you can apply your talent in bold ways that matter.

Job Description

As a Senior Product Development Engineer at 3M Scott Health & Safety Limited, you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative and diverse 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
• Collaborating with global colleagues to ensure product performance meets rigorous durability and regulatory requirements
• 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 meet following minimum requirements:

• Possess a bachelor’s degree or higher in either Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering (completed and verified prior to start)
• Experienced in Mechanical Design/Development in a private, public, government or military environment

Additional knowledge / nice-to-have skills / preferred qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:

• Background in the design of plastic components (injection moulding) as well as the design of metal-formed components (sheet metal and machined)
• Experience using 3D solid modelling tools (Inventor or equivalent) in conjunction with Design Analysis Tools (FEA, CFD & Moldflow)
• Experience with global teams involved with New Product Development.

Job specifics

• This position is based at our Skelmersdale location.
• May include up to 10% travel both domestic and international.
• Relocation is not authorized.
• This position is expected to work at the office. Full remote work is not an option.
• Working pattern: Full time

Application and Culture

Does this opportunity and our innovative 3M culture align with your career aspirations?

If so, we encourage you to apply and embark on a journey of creativity and growth with us.

We look forward to hearing from you!

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. If you have further questions please reach out to Max (our AI Virtual Assistant) via our Career Page. Learn more about 3M’s creative solutions to the world’s problems at www.3M.com or on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn @3M.

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. At 3M, we believe diversity & inclusion are essential to innovation. We seek and value differences in people! This Job ad is addressed to all potential candidates. As an equal opportunity employer 3M will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on the basis of race/ethnicity, nationality, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy/maternity-related matters, age or disability, or any other relevant characteristic protected under applicable local law.

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