Abrasive Process Solutions Automation Engineer I
Saint-Gobain Group
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Job summary
Saint-Gobain Abrasives is seeking an Abrasive Process Solutions Automation Engineer I to join the APS team in Worcester, MA. You will lead a robotics-based grinding automation cell, applying advanced software and AI tools to advance abrasive process development for diverse North American markets.
You will collaborate with Sales, Applications Engineering, Product Management, Manufacturing, and R&D to deliver customer-focused automation solutions and drive profitable growth.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field required; MBA or MS preferred.
- Early-career experience in sales, product management, abrasive application engineering, or related technical field preferred.
- Strong knowledge of robotic programming, with FANUC Roboguide experience preferred.
- Knowledge of CAD/CAM modeling and AI software used for process development, optimization, and efficiency.
- Hands-on laboratory experience using basic measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, profilometers, gauges, and scales.
- Experience with abrasive products and processes.
Responsibilities
- Lead development and execution of abrasive processes within the Abrasive Process Solutions Robotics Lab using an industrial robotics cell.
- Apply advanced robotics software and AI tools to streamline process development and improve efficiency for abrasive customers.
- Plan and prioritize testing activities aligned with customer objectives, technical requirements, and commercial opportunities.
- Prepare engineering documentation that summarizes product performance, process outcomes, economic impact, and recommended next steps.
- Provide technical expertise to solve customer-specific manufacturing challenges related to automation and abrasive applications.
- Support onsite customer projects, including grinding and automation evaluations, process troubleshooting, and solution development.
- Support internal and external training related to abrasive products, application technology, and evolving automation solutions.
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Job description
Saint-Gobain Abrasives is seeking an Abrasive Process Solutions Automation Engineer I to join the Abrasive Process Solutions team in Worcester, MA. Reporting to the Manager of APS & AAE, this role will lead and support techno-commercial initiatives that use industrial robotics, advanced software, and artificial intelligence to develop abrasive process solutions for customers across North America.
In this role, you will work with a state-of-the-art industrial robotics grinding automation cell to help solve complex customer manufacturing challenges, accelerate process development, and drive profitable growth across markets such as aerospace, automotive, bearings, electronics, cutting tools, foundry, gears, medical, metal and composite finishing, and primary metals.
The successful candidate will be a hands-on, self-directed engineer who enjoys solving technical problems in both lab and production environments. You will partner closely with Sales, Application Engineering, Product Management, Product Engineering, Manufacturing, and R&D to deliver customer-focused abrasive automation solutions.
- Lead development and execution of abrasive processes within the Abrasive Process Solutions Robotics Lab using an industrial robotics cell.
- Apply advanced robotics software and AI tools to streamline process development and improve efficiency for abrasive customers.
- Plan and prioritize testing activities aligned with customer objectives, technical requirements, and commercial opportunities.
- Prepare engineering documentation that summarizes product performance, process outcomes, economic impact, and recommended next steps.
- Provide technical expertise to solve customer-specific manufacturing challenges related to automation and abrasive applications.
- Support onsite customer projects, including grinding and automation evaluations, process troubleshooting, and solution development.
- Support internal and external training related to abrasive products, application technology, and evolving automation solutions.
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field required; MBA or MS preferred.
- Early-career experience in sales, product management, abrasive application engineering, or a related technical field preferred.
- Strong knowledge of robotic programming, with FANUC Roboguide experience preferred.
- Knowledge of CAD/CAM modeling and AI software used for process development, optimization, and efficiency.
- Hands‑on laboratory experience using basic measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, profilometers, gauges, and scales.
- Experience with abrasive products and processe
At Saint-Gobain, our employees have pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of core values including trust, empowerment, and collaboration. Our company encourages diversity and inclusion in all its forms while our products help make the world a more beautiful, safer, and sustainable home.
Saint-Gobain Abrasives offers powerful, precise, and user-friendly abrasive solutions for every market and every step of the abrasive process. Our solutions support shaping and surface-finishing applications across a wide range of materials, from highly technical precision engineering to broader industrial and consumer applications.
Certain locations require pay information be provided in job postings. Saint-Gobain aims to deliver a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support our employees' wellbeing and help improve daily life for themselves and their families. We believe in the importance of pay transparency in what we offer potential candidates. Provided is the national pay range for this position which is $72,500.00 to $111,500.00 per year. However, the base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.
In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for an annual bonus. The targeted bonus amount is 15% of base salary based on company and individual performance measures. The Total Target Cash range (base pay and annual bonus) for this position, is $83,300.00 to $128,200.00 . Bonus payments are part of variable compensation and by nature can vary based on company and individual performance and is not a guarantee.
Saint-Gobain is committed to helping you and your family be well in all aspects of your life. Be Well. Be You brings together inclusive programs and meaningful resources to support all aspects of your physical, emotional, financial, and social well‑being. Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs.
- Health and Well-being - Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.
- Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance
- Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options
- LiveWell Wellness Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave
- Retirement and Protection - Helping to make the future life you want a reality.
- 401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP), Cash Balance Pension Plan
- Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability
- Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance
- Additional Benefits - Helping shape the experience and impact you want
- Group Legal
- Identity Theft Protection
- Auto and Home Insurance
- Pet Insurance and Discounts
- Back-up Child & Elder Care
- PerkSpot Employee Discount Program
Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.
Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state’s Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at [emailprotected] .
At Saint-Gobain, our goal is to deliver a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support your well-being and improve daily life for you and your family. We value your contribution to our purpose, Making the World a Better Home, and your Total Rewards package aims to help you plan for the future you want.
Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs:
- Health and Wellbeing – Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.
- Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance
- Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options
- LiveWell Wellness Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave
- Retirement and Protection - Helping to make the future life you want a reality.
- 401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP), Cash Balance Pension Plan
- Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability
- Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance
- Additional Benefits – Helping shape the experience and impact you want
- Group Legal
- Identity Theft Protection
- Auto and Home Insurance
- Pet Insurance and Discounts
- Back-up Child & Elder Care
- PerkSpot Employee Discount Program
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