Senior Research Engineer (New Health Care Company) at 3M Healthcare US Opco LLC in Maplewood, Minnesota

Job Description:

Job Description:

Senior Research Engineer (New Health Care Company)

3M is establishing two industry-leading companies, creating value through the spin - off of its Health Care business, while 3M will continue to be a global material science leader, focusing our innovation to win in favorable global megatrends and attractive end markets. This new Health Care Company will be a leading global diversified health technology company with:

• Proven category leadership


• Exposure to attractive end-markets


• Innovation mindset driving improved patient outcomes


• Collaborative customer relationships


• Deep global regulatory experience


• Operational excellence and strong cash flow


• Strong sales growth and profitability with significant recurring sales

We expect the creation of the two companies will be completed by the end of the first quarter of 2024. We will continue to operate as one global company. This role is positioned to drive the success of the "New Health Care Company".

The Impact You'll Make in this Role

As a Sr. Research Engineer, 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:

• Inventing and developing chemical and materials solutions to improve and create novel healthcare products


• Collaborating across R&D within the new Health Care Company, including internationally, to advance projects


• Generating intellectual property through the filing of new patent applications leading to commercialized products


• Completing work with little supervision and working well in a team


• Driving concepts from invention, design, and development for seamless commercialization to divisions

Your Skills and Expertise

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

• Ph.D. graduates in chemistry, materials science, engineering, polymer science, bioengineering, or related discipline from an accredited institution

• Bachelor's Degree or higher with five (5) years of experience in product development, technology development, and/or basic research with a polymer science focus in a private, public, government or military environment.

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

• Strong problem-solving and communication skills, including documentation of work


• Demonstrated interest and ability to make connections between science/technology and products that solve customer problems

For current employees, internal transfer restrictions may not apply. For more details, contact your local recruiter/HR team.

Work location: Hybrid - 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., 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.

Applicable to US Applicants Only:The expected compensation range for this position is $115,607 - $141,298, 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/.

Responsibilities of this position include that corporate policies, procedures and security standards are complied with while performing assigned duties.

3M is an equal opportunity employer. 3M will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

Please note: your application may not be considered if you do not provide your education and work history, either by: 1) uploading a resume, or 2) entering the information into the application fields directly.

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