Application Engineer

3M; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

3M in Austin, TX is seeking an Application Engineer to collaborate with global 3Mers and drive technical adoption for our products. You will engage with end users, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to validate needs and support launches.

Required is a BS in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field, plus experience with MV Cable Accessories and standards (IEEE/IEC). Strong communication and programming skills (Java/Python/C++) are valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Physical Sciences, or related discipline from an accredited university.
• Experience with Medium Voltage Cable Accessories in private, public, government or military environments.
• Experience as an Application Engineer or in a Customer Facing role.
• Understanding of Medium Voltage Cable Theory and Cable Accessories.
• Working knowledge of IEEE and IEC standards.
• Self-motivated with proven ability to apply innovative solutions to various problems.
• Experience with Java, Python, C++, or other programming languages.
• Excellent communication skills (oral, written, and presentation).
• Demonstrated success working on cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Interacting with multi-faceted functions of our global organization. You will act as the technical representative for our end users within our division, leveraging your understanding of our product performance, the competitive landscape, and standards compliance to drive product adoption.
• Builds and leverages a global network of engineers and scientists, both internal and external, to influence and prioritize application development activities.
• Support new product launches partnering with product development and business teams to validate customer needs, standards compliance, product performance testing, and creation of technical collateral.
• Leading customer technical interactions to discover stakeholders’ electrical requirements. Communicating technical aspects of products and applications in writing, verbally, and field training.

Skills

Java

Python

C++

Cross-functional teamwork

Communication skills

Education

B.S. in Electrical Engineering

B.S. in STEM fields

Tools

IEEE standards

IEC standards

Job description

Application 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.

Job Description

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

• Interacting with multi-faceted functions of our global organization. You will act as the technical representative for our end users within our division, leveraging your understanding of our product performance, the competitive landscape, and standards compliance to drive product adoption.
• Builds and leverages a global network of engineers and scientists, both internal and external, to influence and prioritize application development activities.
• Support new product launches partnering with product development and business teams to validate customer needs, standards compliance, product performance testing, and creation of technical collateral.
• Leading customer technical interactions to discover stakeholders’ electrical requirements. Communicating technical aspects of products and applications in writing, verbally, and field training.

Your Skills And Expertise

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field or higher (completed and verified prior to start) from an accredited institution

Additional Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Physical Sciences, or related discipline from an accredited university.
• Experience with Medium Voltage Cable Accessories in a private, public, government or military environment
• Experience as an Application Engineer or in a Customer Facing role
• Understanding of Medium Voltage Cable Theory and Cable Accessories
• Working knowledge of applicable IEEE and IEC standards
• Self-motivated with proven ability to apply innovative solutions to various problems.
• Experience with Java, Python, C++, or other programming languages.
• Excellent communication skills (oral, written, and presentation).
• Demonstrated success working on cross-functional teams.

Work location

• This role follows an on-site working model, requiring the employee to work at least four days a week at the 3M Business Center in Austin, Tx

Travel

May include up to 25% domestic/international

Relocation Assistance

May be authorized

Legal Authorization

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.

Applicable to US Applicants Only:The expected compensation range for this position is $98,964 - $120,957, 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 08/31/2026 To 09/30/2026 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.

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.

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