Mechanical Design Engineer - Saint Paul

Only for registered members Saint Paul, United States

3 hours ago

$70,000 - $120,000 (USD) per year *

* This salary range is an estimation made by beBee

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Mechanical Design Engineer

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

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., SolidWorks) 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, technical support throughout the product lifecycle.
Stay up-to-update with the latest trends and technologies in consumer product development.

Your Skills And Expertise

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., SolidWorks) for 3D modeling and drafting

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

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.

Work location:

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.

Travel:
May include up to 15%

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.

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Applicable to US Applicants Only:

The expected compensation range for this position is $122,292 - $149,468, 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:
Good Faith Posting Date Range 02/19/2026 To 03/21/2026 Or until filled

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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.

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