Lead Mechanical Engineer
3M, Monroe, NC, United States
Lead Mechanical Engineer
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Lead Mechanical Engineer is a highly experienced role with a strong background in mechanical design and development, especially in SCBA or comparable products. The role emphasizes leadership, collaboration, and innovation, with a focus on meeting rigorous quality, safety, and regulatory standards.
The Impact You’ll Make in this Role
Report to the Mechanical Engineering Manager for SCBA and be responsible for the design and development of mechanical components and subsystems of SCBA.
Lead other mechanical engineers through all phases of new product development, ensuring timely delivery while meeting product cost targets and reliability requirements.
Collaborate with engineers, lab technicians, and designers to ensure product performance meets cost, safety, reliability, schedule, and regulatory requirements.
Contribute to cross‑functional teams during new product development, including design reviews, DFMEA’s, and regulatory submissions.
Isolate root causes and resolve mechanical issues using formal problem‑solving techniques when necessary.
Take a hands‑on approach to testing, including proof‑of‑concept, design validation, and regulatory agency approval.
Communicate project status transparently to management against overall project timelines.
Your Skills and Expertise
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering (completed and verified prior to start).
Ten (10) years of experience or more in Mechanical Design/Development in a private, public, government or military environment.
Five (5) years of leadership/supervisory experience.
Additional Qualifications
Experience with precision machined parts, injection‑molded parts using high‑performance plastics, and other materials such as soft goods used in SCBA.
Direct experience in the design, analysis, and troubleshooting of pneumatic or hydraulic systems.
Proficiency with 3D solid modeling tools such as SolidWorks, Inventor, or CREO.
Ten (10) or more years of new product design experience in SCBA’s or equivalent products.
Strong engineering design skills, including experience with design simulation (FEA/CFD/Moldflow), GD&T, and statistical analysis.
Passion for new product development within a collaborative environment, meeting all validation, documentation, and regulatory requirements.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Work location
This role follows an on‑site working model, requiring the employee to work at least four days a week at the 3M Center in Monroe, NC.
Travel
May include up to 10% domestic/international.
Relocation
May be authorized.
Legal & Compliance
Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without sponsorship for visa status. Responsibilities include compliance with U.S. Export Control laws and related regulations.
Compensation & Benefits
The expected compensation range for this position is $164,612 - $201,193, which includes base pay plus variable incentive pay, if eligible.
Benefits include medical, dental & vision, health savings accounts, health care & dependent care flexible spending accounts, disability benefits, life insurance, voluntary benefits, paid absences, and retirement benefits.
EEO Statement
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.
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Collaborate with Innovative 3Mers Around the World
Lead Mechanical Engineer is a highly experienced role with a strong background in mechanical design and development, especially in SCBA or comparable products. The role emphasizes leadership, collaboration, and innovation, with a focus on meeting rigorous quality, safety, and regulatory standards.
The Impact You’ll Make in this Role
Report to the Mechanical Engineering Manager for SCBA and be responsible for the design and development of mechanical components and subsystems of SCBA.
Lead other mechanical engineers through all phases of new product development, ensuring timely delivery while meeting product cost targets and reliability requirements.
Collaborate with engineers, lab technicians, and designers to ensure product performance meets cost, safety, reliability, schedule, and regulatory requirements.
Contribute to cross‑functional teams during new product development, including design reviews, DFMEA’s, and regulatory submissions.
Isolate root causes and resolve mechanical issues using formal problem‑solving techniques when necessary.
Take a hands‑on approach to testing, including proof‑of‑concept, design validation, and regulatory agency approval.
Communicate project status transparently to management against overall project timelines.
Your Skills and Expertise
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering (completed and verified prior to start).
Ten (10) years of experience or more in Mechanical Design/Development in a private, public, government or military environment.
Five (5) years of leadership/supervisory experience.
Additional Qualifications
Experience with precision machined parts, injection‑molded parts using high‑performance plastics, and other materials such as soft goods used in SCBA.
Direct experience in the design, analysis, and troubleshooting of pneumatic or hydraulic systems.
Proficiency with 3D solid modeling tools such as SolidWorks, Inventor, or CREO.
Ten (10) or more years of new product design experience in SCBA’s or equivalent products.
Strong engineering design skills, including experience with design simulation (FEA/CFD/Moldflow), GD&T, and statistical analysis.
Passion for new product development within a collaborative environment, meeting all validation, documentation, and regulatory requirements.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Work location
This role follows an on‑site working model, requiring the employee to work at least four days a week at the 3M Center in Monroe, NC.
Travel
May include up to 10% domestic/international.
Relocation
May be authorized.
Legal & Compliance
Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without sponsorship for visa status. Responsibilities include compliance with U.S. Export Control laws and related regulations.
Compensation & Benefits
The expected compensation range for this position is $164,612 - $201,193, which includes base pay plus variable incentive pay, if eligible.
Benefits include medical, dental & vision, health savings accounts, health care & dependent care flexible spending accounts, disability benefits, life insurance, voluntary benefits, paid absences, and retirement benefits.
EEO Statement
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.
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