Senior Product Development Engineer (m/f/*) (New Joint Venture)

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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: As a Senior Product Development Engineer at 3M Scott Health & Safety Limited, 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: Developing world-class Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) using advanced materials, analysis, and validation Collaborating with global colleagues to ensure product performance meets rigorous durability and regulatory requirements. Maintaining effective communication with project team, staff, and project owners Your Skills and Expertise To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M is looking for candidates who meet following minimum requirements: Possess a bachelor's degree or higher in either Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering (completed and verified prior to start) Experienced in Mechanical Design/Development in a private, public, government or military environment Additional knowledge / nice-to-have skills / preferred qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include: Background in the design of plastic components (injection moulding) as well as the design of metal-formed components (sheet metal and machined) Experience using 3D solid modelling tools (Inventor or equivalent) in conjunction with Design Analysis Tools (FEA, CFD & Moldflow) Experience with global teams involved with New Product Development. Job specifics: This position is based at our Skelmersdale location. May include up to 10% travel both domestic and international. Relocation is not authorized. This position is expected to work at the office. Full remote work is not an option. Working pattern: Full time 3M announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement with Bain Capital to form a new Joint Venture which will combine Scott Safety and Madison Fire and Rescue. 3M's deep expertise and track record in the safety industry combined with Bain Capital's capability to integrate businesses, accelerate growth and drive synergies make this an ideal partnership. The transaction is expected to close in the second half of 2026, subject to customary closing conditions. The successful candidate may be employed by 3M prior to closing and the position is expected to transition to the Joint Venture following completion of the transaction. Role scope and timing are subject to business needs and successful transaction close. For more information, please refer to the press release: 3M to create a leading fire and safety business; acquires Madison Fire & Rescue and combines with Scott Safety - Mar 19, 2026 Does this opportunity and our innovative 3M culture align with your career aspirations? If so, we encourage you to apply and embark on a journey of creativity and growth with us. We look forward to hearing from you! Resources for You For more details on what happens before, during and after the interview process, check out the Insights for Candidates page at 3M.com/careers. If you have further questions please reach out to Max (our AI Virtual Assistant) via our Career Page. Max will be also your primary contact for interview scheduling if you are selected for that stage: please be prepared to interact with her. Learn more about 3M's creative solutions to the world's problems at www.3M.com or on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn @3M. Safety is a core value at 3M. All employees are expected to contribute to a strong Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) culture by following safety policies, identifying hazards, and engaging in continuous improvement. At 3M, we believe diversity & inclusion are essential to innovation. We seek and value differences in people! This Job ad is addressed to all potential candidates. As an equal opportunity employer 3M will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on the basis of race/ethnicity, nationality, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy/maternity-related matters, age or disability, or any other relevant characteristic protected under applicable local law. 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 click on the following links and select the country where you are applying for employment to review the applicable Terms of Use (link here) and Privacy Policy (link

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