Senior Research Engineer

About the role

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 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

As a Senior Research 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:

• Leading the development and application of Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) models to enhance understanding of fluid flow and heat transfer in 3M's material handling, energy transport, products, and processes.
• Collaborating with a cross-functional team of application engineers, scientists, and process engineers to drive the creation of next-generation products through Multiphysics modeling and simulation.
• Developing and validating CFD models to assist formulators and engineers in identifying optimal design spaces and process improvements, while supporting simulation engagements with customers to address complex fluid dynamics challenges.
• Initiating and contributing to the analysis and development of intellectual property.

Your Skills and Expertise

To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications:

• Ph.D. or M.Sc. degree (completed and verified prior to start)
• Three (3) years of experience in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Physics or other Science areas in a private, public, government or military environment
• Three (3) years of experience in computational fluid dynamics.

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

• Experience with Python or another programming language.
• Fundamental understanding of material handling, energy transport, and fluid flow.
• Understanding of High-Performance Computing (HPC) environments.
• Experience with integrating Machine Learning (ML) or Artificial Intelligence (AI) with CFD models.
• Familiarity with Fluid-Structure Interaction (FSI) models and reduced-order models.
• Proven success in working on global teams, collaborating closely with customers, and the ability to both lead and be an effective member of high-performance teams.

Work Location

• This role has on-site working model, with the employee working at least four days a week in the office at 3M Center, located in Maplewood, MN.
• Travel: May include <10% domestic or international
• Relocation Assistance: May be authorized
• Supporting Your Well-being

Pay and benefits

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 $124,127 - $151,710, 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, 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.).

Good Faith Posting Date Range 09/24/2026 To 10/24/2026 Or until filled

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