3M has a long-standing reputation as a company committed to innovation. We provide the freedom to explore and encourage curiosity and creativity. We gain new insight from diverse thinking, and take risks on new ideas. Here, you can apply your talent in bold ways that matter. Job Description: As a Product Development 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: + Working in 3M Consumer Business Group to introduce new products and product platforms for consumer sports protection Portfolio + Interact with application engineer/business/customers to identify new product opportunities + Work with cross-functional team on driving new product commercialization by verifying product performance, validating manufacturing process, and setting material specification + Apply disciplined project practices to prioritize, execute, and document your work + Engaging in cross-business group and technical platform collaboration to drive innovations for consumer safety and well-being + Communicating with Business team and Global laboratory and developing strong working partnerships/networks for key technical input and related activities + Initiating and contributing to the development of Intellectual Property and IP strategies Your Skills and Expertise To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M is looking for candidates who have the following qualifications: + Master or advanced degree in Materials Science, Sports Science, Biomechanics or a related field with a minimum of 3-year new product development or product engineering experience + Experience in product development within sports protection, sports gear, or sports equipment industries as a plus + Familiarity with biomechanics and ergonomic design principles for sports applications and experience as a plus + Demonstrated ability to design experiments, statistically analyze test results, make data-driven decisions, and deliver project results aiming at on-time in-full (OTIF) + Collaborative interpersonal style with experience in leading projects + Excellent technical presentation and communication skills with fluent English in written and spoken Learn more about 3M’s creative solutions to the world’s problems at www.3M.com or on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn @3M. 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. 3M Global Terms of Use and Privacy Statement Carefully 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. Please access the linked document by clicking here (http://multimedia.3m.com/mws/media/1274940O/3m-jobs-country-data-privacy-statements-external.pdf) , select the country where you are applying for employment, and review. Before submitting your application, you will be asked to confirm your agreement with the terms.