Advanced Research Engineer – Ceramics Focus

3M•Maplewood, MN

4d•$98,964 - $120,957•Onsite

About The Position

This position provides an opportunity to transition from other private, public, government or military experience to a 3M career. As an Advanced Research Engineer – Ceramics Focus, 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: Operating as a critical member of a multidisciplinary technology development team Identifying and developing new ceramic applications through process development and experimentation Driving the implementation of new ceramic technologies into existing and future product lines Documenting, communicating, and disseminating research results to team members, business partners, and global stakeholders Driving successful technology scale-up from laboratory scale to full manufacturing Troubleshooting manufacturing process disruptions and product quality issue

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in engineering, chemistry, or a material science discipline from an accredited institution, completed and verified prior to start.
Two (2) years of academic or industrial experience in ceramic processing, including forming and sintering techniques in a private, public, government or military environment
Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree (MS or Ph.D.) in engineering, chemistry, or material science from an accredited university
5+ years of industrial experience in ceramic processing, including forming and sintering techniques
Direct experience with fabrication and synthesis processes for ceramics
Proven track record using Design of Experiments (DOE) to solve complex technical problems
Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex data for multidisciplinary teams
Highly inquisitive mindset with a demonstrated ability to collaborate in a fast-paced, technical environment.

Responsibilities

Operating as a critical member of a multidisciplinary technology development team
Identifying and developing new ceramic applications through process development and experimentation
Driving the implementation of new ceramic technologies into existing and future product lines
Documenting, communicating, and disseminating research results to team members, business partners, and global stakeholders
Driving successful technology scale-up from laboratory scale to full manufacturing
Troubleshooting manufacturing process disruptions and product quality issue
Responsibilities of this position include that corporate policies, procedures and security standards are complied with while performing assigned duties.
Safety 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.