Reliability Engineer

3M; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 124,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

3M in Austin, TX is seeking a Product Development Specialist to lead reliability, verification, and quality activities for next-generation electromechanical systems. You will shape test plans, perform failure analysis, and drive design for reliability and quality across disciplines.

The role requires a bachelor's in engineering, 3 years in related field, and may include up to 15% travel. On-site four days a week at the 3M Center, with relocation possible and competitive compensation between

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or science completed before start.
• 3 years in product development or reliability/quality/systems engineering in various environments.
• Master's degree or higher in engineering or related field is a plus.
• Experience with reliability modeling, life-data analysis, DFx, and FMEA is beneficial.
• Regulatory compliance knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead reliability, verification, validation, and quality activities for next-gen electromechanical systems.
• Develop reliability strategies, test plans, and verification methods for robust field performance.
• Perform failure analysis and root-cause investigations with structured problem-solving.
• Drive Design for Reliability and Design for Quality along with risk assessment and FMEA.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electronics, firmware, manufacturing, and regulatory teams.
• Contribute to new product launches across all development phases.
• Generate IP positions including invention submissions and potential patents.
• Engage with corporate labs to explore new technologies for energy-related products.
• Develop and commercialize products to deliver energy reliably worldwide.

Skills

Product development

Reliability engineering

Quality engineering

Systems engineering

Technical problem-solving

Education

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Systems Engineering

Reliability Engineering

Quality Engineering

Science

Tools

Minitab

JMP

DOE

SPC

Process capability analysis

Job description

Job Description

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.

Job Description

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 Product Development 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

• Lead product reliability, verification, validation, and quality engineering activities for next-generation electromechanical systems and installation platforms.
• Develop reliability strategies, test plans, accelerated life testing protocols, environmental qualification methods, and engineering verification plans to ensure robust field performance.
• Perform failure analysis, root-cause investigations, and corrective action implementation using structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Drive Design for Reliability (DfR), Design for Quality (DfQ), risk assessment, and FMEA activities throughout product development and commercialization.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electronics, firmware, manufacturing, supplier quality, and regulatory teams to identify risks and deliver reliable, manufacturable products.
• Contribute to new product launches across all phases of product development.
• Generating intellectual property positions, including invention submissions, patents and 3M trade secrets. Leading technical interactions with corporate, group and division labs to identify new technologies, processes and materials to be applied to the Energy Markets
• Developing and commercializing products to efficiently, reliably and sustainably deliver energy to customers around the world

Your Skills And Expertise

To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Reliability Engineering, Quality Engineering or Science (completed and verified prior to start)
• Three (3) years of experience in product development, reliability engineering, quality engineering, systems engineering, or a related technical field in a private, public, government or military environment.

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

• Master's degree or higher (completed and verified prior to start) in Engineering, Reliability Engineering, Quality Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related discipline from an accredited institution.
• Experience with reliability modeling, accelerated life testing, Weibull analysis, reliability growth analysis, and life-data modeling.
• Experience leading FMEA, fault-tree analysis, risk assessments, and Design for Reliability initiatives.
• Experience developing qualification programs for electromechanical, automation, robotics, industrial equipment, or power-system products.
• Experience with statistical software and methodologies including Minitab, JMP, DOE, SPC, and process capability analysis.
• Experience with regulatory, product safety, UL, CE, IEC, or similar compliance standards.
• Experience with supplier quality, manufacturing quality systems, and production qualification activities.

Work location:

• This role follows an on-site working model, requiring the employee to work at least four days a week at the 3M Center in Austin, TX.

Travel: May include up to 15% domestic or international

Relocation: May be 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.

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Applicable to US Applicants Only: The 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 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 09/18/2026 To 10/18/2026 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.

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Pay & Benefits Overview: https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/

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