Environmental Engineering Specialist

3M · Minnesota

Level: Engineer
Team: Manufacturing
Base pay: $146k–$178k
Travel: 20%
Degree: Required
Industry: Industrial
Posted: Today

The role in 30 seconds

An engineer-level manufacturing role at 3M (industrial) in Minnesota. Of this position include that corporate policies, procedures and security standards are complied with while performing assigned duties.

They ask for: degree required
Tools it names: Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), EHS / safety
Base pay: $146k–$178k
Day to day: about 20% travel

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From the plant jobs report · week of October 26, 2026

Manufacturing Engineer roles in Minnesota: typical posted base $111k–$166k. This one lists $146k–$178k.

Median of the low and high ends of 24 live postings that list pay, out of 41 manufacturing engineer openings in Minnesota, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

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How this role compares

Against 40 other live manufacturing postings in Minnesota.

Base pay: About 24% above similar roles
Experience asked: Not stated

Skills these teams ask for most

Tooling 44%
Lean 39%
New product launch 34%
Team leadership 32%
✓ EHS / safety 29%
Root cause 24%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

Stands out: this posting asks for Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.

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The Impact You’ll Make in this Role

As an Environmental Engineering Specialist , 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:

◆Evaluate the effectiveness of programs, processes, and technology related to the water discharges at 3M manufacturing facilities globally. Foster a culture of a full entitlement mindset toward compliance and risk reduction
◆Engage with water regulatory agencies, where needed, to assist area and site EHS colleagues and support 3M manufacturing facility operations
◆Provide leadership and strategic direction on water stewardship and compliance subject matter expertise globally
◆Develop standard work for water programs and tools, including validation with area EHS teams to ensure improvements are efficient and effective
◆Collaborate across corporate EHS, area/site EHS teams, engineering, R&D, legal affairs, and external stakeholders to drive performance excellence, recognize and develop best practices and implement novel environmental technologies

Your Skills and Expertise

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

qualifications

✓Bachelor’s degree or higher in an engineering or science discipline (completed and verified prior to start)
✓Ten (10) years of environmental or engineering experience in a private, public, government or military environment

Additional

that could help you succeed even further in this role include

◆Bachelor's degree or higher in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering or related discipline from an accredited institution
◆Combined expertise in water distribution, treatment and optimization
◆Experience with global, regional (U.S., Asia, etc.), and/or state environmental regulations, permits, and regulatory compliance strategies for manufacturing facilities
◆Experience in process engineering, design engineering, project management and/or manufacturing/production

Responsibilities

of this position include that corporate policies, procedures and security standards are complied with while performing assigned duties.

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.

Pay & Benefits Overview: https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/

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.

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.

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Job Description

Job Title

Environmental Engineering Specialist

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 wide 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.

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 Maplewood, MN.

Travel: May include up to 20% domestic/international

Relocation: May be authorized

Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

Supporting Your Well-being

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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Good Faith Posting Date Range 10/28/2026 To 11/27/2026 Or until filled

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