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Chemical Manufacturing Engineer - Cordova, IL*

3M · Cordova, IL1mo agoverified 9 h ago
$124k – $152k

BS-level Process Engineering roles on Crosslinked list a median of $112k (561 that show pay).

Improve cost, quality and productivity of chemical production processes at a 3M plant.

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The materials angleExperience as a Chemical Engineer in a Chemical based Manufacturing facility; Experience with Reactor Systems

Seniority
Entry level
Work
On-site
Type
Full-time
Degree
BS
Experience
2+ yrs
Industry
Chemicals
Role
Process Engineering
Relocation
Offered
Visa
No sponsorship
Benefits
relocation package

Role details

Job Description

Job Title

Chemical Manufacturing Engineer

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 Chemical Manufacturing 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

  • Working with cross functional teams to make improvements to product cost, service, and quality.
  • Improving productivity through continuous improvement activities.
  • Writing, maintaining, and improving production standard operating procedures.
  • Ensuring process safety and compliance by leading PSM activities on all assigned products, maintaining material balances, and leading waste reduction projects.

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 Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Industrial Engineering (completed and verified prior to start)
  • Two (2) year of engineering experience in a private, public, government or military environment.

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

  • Three (3) years of Engineering Experience in a private, public, government or military environment.
  • Experience as a Chemical Engineer in a Chemical based Manufacturing facility
  • Experience with Reactor Systems
  • Experience with Distributed Control Systems (DCS)

Work location: Cordova, Illinois Travel: May include up to 5% Relocation Assistance: May be authorized Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status). *Responsibilities of this position may include direct and/or indirect physical or logical access to information, systems, technologies subjected to the regulations/compliance with U.S. Export Control Laws.* *U.S. Export Control laws and U.S.

Government Department of Defense contracts and sub-contracts impose certain restrictions on companies and their ability to share export-controlled and other technology and services with certain "non-U.S. persons" (persons who are not U.S. citizens or nationals, lawful permanent residents of the U.S., refugees, "Temporary Residents" (granted Amnesty or Special Agricultural Worker provisions), or persons granted asylum.* *To comply with these laws, 3M must help assess candidates' U.S. person status.* *The questions asked in this application are intended to assess this and will be used for evaluation purposes only.

Failure to provide the necessary information in this regard will result in our inability to consider you further for this particular position.*

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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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 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.3m.com/3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/.

Good Faith Posting Date Range 08/21/2026 To 09/20/2026 Or until filled

All US-based 3M full time employees will need to sign an employee agreement as a condition of employment with 3M. This agreement lays out key terms on using 3M Confidential Information and Trade Secrets. It also has provisions discussing conflicts of interest and how inventions are assigned. Employees that are Job Grade 7 or equivalent and above may also have obligations to not compete against 3M or solicit its employees or customers, both during their employment, and for a period after they leave 3M.

Learn more about 3M’s creative solutions to the world’s problems at www.3M.com or on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn @3M.

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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What is the salary for the Chemical Manufacturing Engineer - Cordova, IL* role at 3M?

The listed annual base salary range is $124K–$152K. This figure is taken from the posting itself.

Does 3M sponsor work visas for the Chemical Manufacturing Engineer - Cordova, IL* role?

This employer will not provide visa sponsorship for this role.

Where is the Chemical Manufacturing Engineer - Cordova, IL* role at 3M based?

This role is based in Cordova, IL.

What degree is required for the Chemical Manufacturing Engineer - Cordova, IL* role at 3M?

This role requires a BS.

How many years of experience does this Chemical Manufacturing Engineer - Cordova, IL* role require?

The posting calls for at least 2 years of relevant experience.