Technology Specialist

Job title: Technology Specialist in Austin, TX at 3M
Company: 3M
Job description: Job Description:Technology SpecialistCollaborate with Innovative 3Mers Around the WorldChoosing 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 careerThe Impact You’ll Make in this RoleAs a Technology Specialist, you will be responsible for overseeing the successful introduction of new technology products to the market. This role involves coordinating cross-functional teams, developing go-to-market strategies, and ensuring that all aspects of the product launch are executed seamlessly before handover to the Global Portfolio Team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in product technologies, product management, and project management. Here, you will make an impact by:Product Development:

• Align closely with R&D, Portfolio, and Segment teams to create a portfolio design plan.
• Oversee teams to finalize design specifications for assigned portfolio.

Develop and Execute Launch Plans:

• Create comprehensive launch plans that include timelines, budgets, resource allocation and potential partnerships.
• Coordinate with marketing, sales, product development, and other relevant departments to ensure alignment and successful execution.

Market Research and Analysis:

• Conduct market research to identify target audiences, market needs, and competitive landscape.
• Analyze data to inform product positioning, pricing strategies, and promotional activities.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Work closely with product development teams to understand product features and benefits.
• Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to develop compelling messaging and sales tools.

Project Management:

• Manage the product launch process from concept to market introduction.
• Ensure that all milestones are met on time and within budget.
• Identify and mitigate risks that could impact the launch timeline or success.

Continuous Improvement:

• Identify opportunities for improving the product launch process.
• Implement best practices and lessons learned from previous launches.

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 in Engineering, Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field (completed and verified prior to start)
• Ten (10) years of experience designing, developing, or manufacturing medium voltage separable connectors in a private, public, government or military environment.

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

• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and make data-driven decisions.
• Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Proven track record of successfully launching new products.

Work location:

• Hybrid Eligible (Job duties allow for some remote work but require travel to the Austin location 3 days per week)

Travel: May include up to 15% domestic/internationalRelocation Assistance: Is not 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 $188,251 - $230,084, 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 04/10/2025 To 05/10/2025 Or until filledAll 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.Pay & Benefits Overview: https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/3M is an equal opportunity employer. 3M will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.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 StatementCarefully 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 access the linked document by clicking select the country where you are applying for employment, and review. Before submitting your application, you will be asked to confirm your agreement with the terms.
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Location: Austin, TX
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