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Root Cause Analysis Engineer

Maplewood, MN · On-site

$188K - $230K/yr

Job Title Root Cause Analysis 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 ...

3M

Root Cause Analysis Engineer

Menomonie, WI · On-site

$188K - $230K/yr

Job Title Root Cause Analysis 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 ...

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3M

Root Cause Analysis Engineer

Hutchinson, MN · On-site

$188K - $230K/yr

Job Title Root Cause Analysis 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 ...

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3M

Root Cause Analysis Engineer

Maplewood, MN · On-site

$188K - $230K/yr

Job Title Root Cause Analysis 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 ...

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Dynamic Manufacturing

Root Cause Manager at H2

Hillside, IL · On-site

$86K - $104K/yr

The manager will develop and implement root cause analysis methodologies and continuous improvement strategies that align with organizational goals. By collaborating closely with engineering, quality ...

ASM Research

Root Cause Engineer Mid

$101K - $129K/yr

The Root Cause Engineer (RCA), Mid performs structured root cause analysis for recurring, chronic, or high-impact incidents to identify underlying technical, process, or architectural issues ...

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As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for root cause analysis in the United States is $42.62, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $26.44 and $51.92 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical daily responsibilities for a root cause analysis specialist?

A Root Cause Analysis specialist spends their days investigating process failures, customer complaints, or quality issues to uncover the underlying causes. This involves gathering and analyzing data, leading or participating in cross-disciplinary problem-solving teams, and facilitating structured methodologies like 5 Whys or Fishbone analysis. Specialists often document findings, prepare detailed reports, and recommend corrective actions to prevent recurrence. You can also expect regular collaboration with operations, engineering, and management teams, ensuring that solutions are both practical and sustainable.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in root cause analysis, and why are they important?

To excel in a Root Cause Analysis role, you need strong analytical thinking, meticulous attention to detail, and experience in problem-solving methodologies—often supported by a background in engineering, quality assurance, or operations. Familiarity with tools like Fishbone diagrams, 5 Whys, Six Sigma, FMEA, and root cause analysis software is typically required, and certifications such as Six Sigma Green Belt can be advantageous. Excellent communication, collaboration, and documentation skills are essential for presenting findings and working with cross-functional teams. These abilities are crucial for accurately identifying and addressing underlying issues to drive organizational improvement and prevent recurring problems.

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Infographic showing various Root Cause Analysis job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 85% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $88,647 per year, or $42.6 per hour.

Root Cause Analysis Engineer

Maplewood, MN • On-site

3M
Coal, Metals and Minerals Mining • 10K+ employees
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$188K - $230K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 4 days ago

3M rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 250 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Job Description:
Job Title
Root Cause Analysis 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 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.
The Impact You'll Make in this Role
As a Root Cause Analysis 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:
  • Collaborating to identify, evaluate, and prioritize opportunities; deploy and develop new and existing analytical labs; deliver and coordinate training in manufacturing forensics methodology
  • Leading studies, development, and validation of both physical and analytical test methods to solve product defects or production challenges.
  • Operating a variety of analytical instruments including but not limited to Gas Chromatography (GC), Mass Spectrometry (MS), Fourier-Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR), Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC), Dynamic Mechanical Analysis (DMA), Thermogravimetric Analysis (TGA), and Rheometer Analysis
  • Presenting project work to others in the 3M technical community
  • Conducting raw material, in process, and final product testing in an analytical lab
  • Identifying and implementing improvements to daily lab operations, standard work, testing workflow/cycle time, test methods and lab capability using Lean Six Sigma methodologies

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 a science or engineering discipline (completed and verified prior to start) from an accredited institution
  • Five (5) years laboratory experience in a private, public, government or military environment

Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:
  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science or related discipline from an accredited institution
  • Experience working in a manufacturing setting and pace
  • Demonstrated experience to analyze problems, diagnose root cause, and apply corrective actions
  • Demonstrated proficiency in the use of statistical and quality data analysis tools such as exploratory data analysis, Gage Repeatability and Reproducibility (R&R), Analysis of Variance, Failure Modes and Effects
    Analysis (FMEA), Statistical Process Control (SPC) and Capability, acceptance sampling, correlation and regression, and experimental design

Work location:
  • Work location: This role follows an on-site working model in Maplewood, MN; Menomonie, WI; or Hutchinson, MN.
  • Travel: May include up to 25% 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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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 09/08/2026 To 10/08/2026 Or until filled
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Responsibilities of this position include that corporate policies, procedures and security standards are complied with while performing assigned duties.
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