Global Robotic Systems Application Engineer

National Black MBA Association; Maplewood, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 124,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

3M is seeking a Global Robotic Systems Application Engineer to lead the development and deployment of robotic abrasive solutions for major automotive manufacturers. You will coordinate with global customers and product teams to drive new applications, validate performance, and improve process efficiency.

The role requires academic background in science/engineering and hands-on robotics experience, with on-site work in Maplewood, MN and potential travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a Science/Engineering discipline from an accredited institution.
• Two (2) combined robotics experience in system design and integration, programming and/or application engineering.

Responsibilities

• Engineer and optimize new robotic abrasive solutions for automotive manufacturers, supporting installation and startup at customer sites.
• Troubleshoot performance challenges of robotic abrasive processes at customer sites.
• Leverage 3M laboratories to develop and prove viability of solutions for automating customer processes.
• Provide insights on customer needs as part of cross-functional product development teams.
• Develop new methods to evaluate abrasive solution performance.

Skills

Robotics experience

System design & integration

Programming / application engineering

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Science/Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job Description:

Global Robotic Systems 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.

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 Global Application Engineer supporting Abrasive Systems Division and the Coated Abrasive Belt portfolio, you will lead efforts to drive growth through new product commercialization, new application development, and customer collaboration. Leverages 3M to drive higher impact Customer Inspired Innovation (CII) programs through increased product specialization that complements application expertise. Builds compelling value propositions for effective commercialization. Provides global coordination of field trials with lead customers and evaluating global competition practices. Replicates and develops high impact product/market applications with a focus on new application development and efficient replication leveraging e-tools. Uses expertise and credibility to shape industry standards, practices, and regulations; harnesses insights from market and customer process expertise. Delivers customer and market focused training through e-media.

• Engineering and optimizing new robotic abrasive solutions for major automotive manufacturers, supporting the build, installation, start up and ongoing support at the customer site
• Troubleshooting challenges with the performance of robotic abrasive processes at customer sites
• Leveraging our robotic laboratories to develop and prove viability of solutions for automating our customers’ processes
• Providing insight on customer needs as a member of 3M product development teams collaborating on new solution development
• Developing new methods to evaluate abrasive solution performance

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 / Engineering discipline (completed and verified prior to start) from an accredited institution
• Two (2) combined robotics experience working with system design and integration, programming and/or application engineering (an internship or co-op is considered qualifying) 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 Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline from an accredited institution (that includes robotics coursework or mechatronics curriculum)
• Two (2) years of combined robotics experience working with equipment design, programming and/or application engineering
• Two (2) years of experience working with Automotive production, industrial or manufacturing customers.
• Experience with DC electrical, I/O, Servo drive and motors logic and troubleshooting
• Robotic programming, software and driver logic knowledge and troubleshooting capabilities.
• Comfortable working at a customer site, with critical installation deadlines
• Problem-solving interest and skills

Work location:

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

Travel:

May include up to 40% domestic and international

Relocation Assistance:

No

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 $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 08/31/2026 To 09/30/2026 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. 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.