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:** **Job responsibilities** •Leading product and technology development programs related to pad conditioner aligned to business portfolio strategy and industry needs. •Conceptualize and develop innovative product ideas, coordinate with design and engineering teams for product realization. •Leading cross-functional teams in the product development process to ensure timely and successful product launches. •Create and protect 3M intellectual property through the filing of new patent applications and / or development of trade secrets. **Qualifications** •Minimum of 3 years working experience working in semiconductor CMP industry. •Proven experience in product development and project management is preferred. •Bachelor's degree or higher in a Science or Engineering major. **Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:** •Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Able to identify technical uncertainties, propose resolving hypothesis and build plans to verify. •Excellent communication and leadership abilities, including communicating with colleagues around the globe as well as manufacturing counterparts. •Adaptability and a passion for staying ahead in a dynamic industry •Creative and innovative thinking skills. •Self-motivated with a strong growth mindset. 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. At 3M we apply science in collaborative ways to improve lives daily as our employees connect with customers all around the world. Learn more about 3M's creative solutions to global challenges at www.3M.com or on Twitter @3M or @3MNews. 3M 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.