3M · 14 hours ago
Product Development Specialist - Materials Development
3M is a global company known for its innovative products and technologies. They are seeking a Product Development Specialist to lead initiatives in new product and technology introduction, develop materials for cable accessories, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful program delivery.
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Responsibilities
Assuming technical leadership on NPI (New Product Introduction) and NTI (New Technology Introduction) initiatives
Formulating, developing and characterizing materials for cable accessory applications
Engaging on raw material qualifications for existing products Designing and launching new products from prototype development over feasibility demonstration to commercial scale-up
Interfacing with cross-functional team members (marketing, manufacturing, supply chain, sales, technical service, quality, regulatory, etc) to ensure successful program delivery
Generating intellectual property positions, including invention submissions, patents and 3M trade secrets
Leading technical interactions with corporate, group and division labs to identify new technologies, processes and materials to be applied to the Energy Markets
Developing and commercializing products to efficiently, reliably and sustainably deliver energy to customers around the world
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or higher in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field (completed and verified prior to start) from an accredited university
Three (3) years of product development, engineering or technical service in a private, public, government or military environment
Preferred
Master's degree or higher from an accredited institution
Experience with silicone, EPDM and similar rubbers, rubber formulations and production processes
Experience with analytical methods for materials characterization
Experience with rubber compounding and related processes
Knowledge of high or medium voltage electrical systems
Experience with industry standards and regulations (e.g., IEC, IEEE, CENELEC,…)
Excellent problem-solving skills, attention and customer first mindset
Interest in practical work, prototyping, simulating, testing, and validation of designs
Eagerness to learn and willingness to start on new topics
Benefits
Medical, Dental & Vision
Health Savings Accounts
Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Disability Benefits
Life Insurance
Voluntary Benefits
Paid Absences
Retirement Benefits
Company
3M
3M is a global company that applies science to life, offering products and solutions across various industries.
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$5MKey Investors
US Department of Energy
2024-03-13Grant· $5M
1978-01-13IPO
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