{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"8054043fdaceb6969a97a3ee","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/8054043fdaceb6969a97a3ee","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/8054043fdaceb6969a97a3ee","title":"Development Lab Process Engineer","description":"Job Description:\nJob Title\nDevelopment Lab Process Engineer\nCollaborate with Innovative 3Mers Around the World\nChoosing 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.\nThis position provides an opportunity to transition from other private, public, government or military experience to a 3M career.\nThe Impact You’ll Make in this Role\nAs a Pilot Plant Process 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:\nLeading or participating in stages of new product commercialization. The person in this role will use extensive knowledge of statistical techniques for monitoring and improving processes and will act as technical resource to troubleshoot and resolve process issues.\nInitiating, identifying, recommending, and overseeing programs in the R&D area of responsibility to improve: 1) service, capability and quality, and/or (2) process safety and health/environmental impact.\nDetermining annual capital planning needs for assigned area of responsibility.\nFostering and cultivating an extensive network of support and resources (laboratory, quality, financial, manufacturing, engineering) to facilitate completion of assignments.\nPossessing advanced communication skills for listening, reading, writing and speaking. Demonstrates advanced team effectiveness and leadership skills.\nYour Skills and Expertise\nTo set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications:\nBachelor’s degree or higher in an engineering or science discipline (completed and verified prior to start)\nOne (1) year of combined experience in manufacturing and/or product/process development in a private, public, government or military environment\nAdditional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:\nMaster’s degree in engineering or science from an accredited institution\nThree (3) years of combined experience in manufacturing and/or product/process development in a private, public, government or military environment\nOne (1) year of technical experience in polymers, adhesives, extrusion, compounding, web handling, microreplication, coating, lamination, or slitting\nSix Sigma Green Belt Certification\nCreative thinking, complex problem solving, leadership, teamwork, and strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills\nWork location: Maplewood, MN\nTravel: May include up to 10% domestic\nRelocation Assistance: May be authorized\nMust be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).\nSupporting Your Well-being\n3M 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.\nChat with Max\nFor assistance with searching through our current job openings or for more information about all things 3M, visit Max, our virtual recruiting\nApplicable to US Applicants Only:The expected compensation range for this position is $98,413 - $120,282, 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/.\nGood Faith Posting Date Range 01/16/2026 To 02/15/2026 Or until filled\nAll US-based 3M full time employees will need to sign an employee agreement as a condition of employment with 3M. This agreement lays out key terms on using 3M Confidential Information and Trade Secrets. It also has provisions discussing conflicts of interest and how inventions are assigned. Employees that are Job Grade 7 or equivalent and above may also have obligations to not compete against 3M or solicit its employees or customers, both during their employment, and for a period after they leave 3M.\nLearn more about 3M’s creative solutions to the world’s problems at www.3M.com or on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn @3M.\nResponsibilities of this position include that corporate policies, procedures and security standards are complied with while performing assigned duties.\nSafety 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.\nPay & Benefits Overview: https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/\n3M does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.\nPlease 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.\n3M Global Terms of Use and Privacy Statement\n\nCarefully read these Terms of Use before using this website. Your access to and use of this website and application for a job at 3M are conditioned on your acceptance and compliance with these terms.","company":"3M","rawCompany":"3m","city":"Maplewood","state":"MN","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-14T10:46:33.740Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2131.00","title":"Materials Engineers","slug":"materials-engineers"},{"code":"17-2112.03","title":"Manufacturing Engineers","slug":"manufacturing-engineers"},{"code":"17-2041.00","title":"Chemical Engineers","slug":"chemical-engineers"}],"industries":[{"code":"541715","title":"Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)","slug":"research-and-development-in-the-physical-engineering-and-life-sciences-except-nanotechnology-and-biotechnology"},{"code":"541380","title":"Testing Laboratories and Services","slug":"testing-laboratories-and-services"},{"code":"334519","title":"Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing","slug":"other-measuring-and-controlling-device-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Development Lab Process Engineer","description":"Job Description:\nJob Title\nDevelopment Lab Process Engineer\nCollaborate with Innovative 3Mers Around the World\nChoosing 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.\nThis position provides an opportunity to transition from other private, public, government or military experience to a 3M career.\nThe Impact You’ll Make in this Role\nAs a Pilot Plant Process 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:\nLeading or participating in stages of new product commercialization. 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To ensure competitive pay and benefits, 3M regularly benchmarks with other companies that are comparable in size and scope.\nChat with Max\nFor assistance with searching through our current job openings or for more information about all things 3M, visit Max, our virtual recruiting\nApplicable to US Applicants Only:The expected compensation range for this position is $98,413 - $120,282, 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.). 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