Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Description Mechanical Design Engineer Collaborate with Innovative 3

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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 3

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

We are seeking a talented and driven engineer with a focus on consumer hardgoods to join the CBG Hardgoods team. As a Mechanical Design Engineer
, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and bringing to market exciting and high-quality consumer products. You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure the successful delivery of products that meet customer needs and exceed expectations.

As a Mechanical Design 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:

• Lead the mechanical design and development of consumer products, focused on hardgoods.
• Conduct feasibility studies, concept development, and prototyping to validate design ideas.
• Utilize CAD software (e.g., Solid Works) to create engineering drawings and specifications.
• Perform engineering calculations, simulations, and analysis to ensure product performance.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams for seamless integration of mechanical components.
• Conduct testing and validation of prototypes to ensure product performance.
• Identify and resolve design issues, providing technical support throughout the product lifecycle.
• Stay up‑to‑date with the latest trends and technologies in consumer product development.

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

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline (completed and verified prior to start).
• Three (3) years of mechanical design and development of consumer products in a private, public, government or military environment.
• Two (2) years if experience working with CAD software (e.g., Solid Works) for 3D modeling and drafting.

• Master's degree in mechanical engineering or a related field.
• Experience in mechanical design and development of consumer products, with a focus on hardgoods.
• Knowledge of Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD).
• Familiarity with Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles.
• Experience with rapid prototyping techniques (e.g., 3D printing).
• Familiarity with project management methodologies and tools.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and ability to think creatively.
• Strong knowledge of engineering principles, materials, and manufacturing processes.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills to work in cross‑functional teams.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills.

• On‑site: This role follows an on‑site working model, requiring the employee to work at least four days a week at the 3M Center in Maplewood, MN.

May include up to 15%.

May be authorized.

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

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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The expected compensation range for this position is $122,292 - $149,468, which includes base pay plus variable…