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As it was with 3M, at Solventum all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.Job Description:Mechanical EngineerAt Solventum, we enable better, smarter, safer healthcare to improve lives. As a new company with a long legacy of creating breakthrough solutions for our customers' toughest challenges, we pioneer game-changing innovations at the intersection of health, material and data science that change patients' lives for the better while enabling healthcare professionals to perform at their best. Because people, and their wellbeing, are at the heart of every scientific advancement we pursue.We partner closely with the brightest minds in healthcare to ensure that every solution we create melds the latest technology with compassion and empathy. Because at Solventum, we never stop solving for you.The Impact You'll Make in this RoleAs a Mechanical Engineer in the Central R&D Product Informatics and Modeling group, 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:Collaborating with scientists & engineers to evaluate healthcare products and componentsExecuting prioritized laboratory tasks including instrument set up & calibration, sample preparation, testing to specifications, data collection & aggregation, and statistical analysisContributing to validation of test methods and instrument set ups including across sitesImplementing best lab practices at the intersection of mechanical materials testing, computational simulations, and data scienceContribute to the development of new test methods with mechanical design & prototypingThoroughly documenting and reporting results in both electronic and written formatCompleting work with little supervision and working well in a teamYour Skills and ExpertiseTo set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications:Bachelor's degree or higher (completed and verified prior to start) in a science or engineering discipline from an accredited institution.Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:Bachelor's degree or higher in the field of Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Materials Science & Engineering, Polymer Science or Engineering, or related fieldMaster's degree with emphasis on mechanical testing and properties of materialsTwo (2) years of experience in an academic, industry, or government laboratoryExperience working with mechanical measurements including ASTM and ISO standardsExperience with sample preparation, statistical methods and data collectionExperience with setting up and running mechanical test methods including but not limited to tensile and elongation, compression, rheology, peel and impact testingExperience developing test methods, standard operating procedures for those test methods and measurement systems analysisAbility to follow standard operating procedures and to contribute to their developmentComprehension of how mechanical measurements are used to develop material models and mechanical simulations including computational fluid dynamics and finite element analysisStrong problem-solving and communication skills, including documentation of workWork location: Maplewood, MN (on site)Travel: May include up to 10% domesticRelocation Assistance: May be authorizedMust be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).Supporting Your Well-being3M 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.Chat with MaxFor assistance with searching through our current job openings or for more information about all things 3M, visit Max, our virtual recruiting assistant on 3M.com/careers.Applicable to US Applicants Only:The expected compensation range for this position is $79,828 - $97,567, 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: https://www.solventum.com/en-us/home/our-company/careers/#Total-RewardsResponsibilities of this position include that corporate policies,...Equal Opportunity Employer - minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity