Research Engineer

3M Company; Woodbury (MN); On-site; USD 82,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

3M Company is seeking a Research Engineer in Woodbury, MN to develop capabilities in precision coating and web processing, and to drive scale-up from lab to manufacturing. You will analyze fluids and substrates, and present findings to cross-functional teams.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's in a related engineering field, hands-on experimental work, and strong communication skills. Collaboration across disciplines and potential 5% travel are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or higher in Chemical, Materials, Materials Science, or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university.
• Hands-on mechanical and experimental work experience.
• Experience running experiments and applying the scientific method.
• Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well in multidisciplinary teams and independently.

Responsibilities

• Developing capabilities in precision coating and web processing technologies for new products and processes.
• Ensuring successful technology scale-up from lab to manufacturing.
• Characterizing and analyzing physical properties of fluids, dispersions, and substrates.
• Presenting results clearly to multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Hands-on mechanical work

Experimentation and scientific method

Communication and organization

Teamwork and independence

Materials properties and rheology

CAD (AutoCAD/SolidWorks)

3M internship/Co-Op experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Microsoft Office

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.

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 Research 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 capabilities in precision coating and web processing technologies and applying them to new products and processes.


• Ensuring successful technology scale-up from laboratory to manufacturing.


• Characterizing and analyzing physical properties of fluids, dispersions, and substrates.


• Presenting results in a clear and concise manner to multidisciplinary teams.


• Initiating and contributing to the development of intellectual property.

Your Skills and Expertise

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

• Currently possess or be in final year of Bachelor’s degree or higher in Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Materials Science, or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university

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

• Enjoy hands-on mechanical and experimental work


• Experience running experiments and applying the scientific method


• Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills


• Work well both in multi-disciplinary teams and independently


• Methodical, problem-solving attitude


• Understanding of materials properties, rheology, metrology, and process equipment


• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications


• Experience with one of the common CAD systems such as AutoCad, Solidworks, etc.


• Previous or current 3M Internship, Co-Op or Tech Aide experience

Work location:

• Woodbury, MN.

Travel: May include up to 5%

Relocation Assistance: Is not 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 $81,983 – $100,202, 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 10/08/2026 To 11/07/2026 Or until filled

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