Systems Control Engineer

USA 3M Company; United States; On-site; USD 124,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

3M is seeking a Systems Control Engineer in Clinton, TN to drive advanced control systems initiatives. The role focuses on Allen‑Bradley controls, servo motion, PLC/HMI programming, and integration with networked hardware and historians.

You will collaborate with engineering partners on capital projects and contribute to continuous improvement across the plant. Ideal candidates will have a bachelor’s degree and at least five years in a manufacturing technical environment, plus a valid driver's

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher (completed and verified prior to start)
• Five (5) years of experience in a manufacturing technical role in a private, public, government or military environment
• Current, valid Driver’s License

Responsibilities

• Lead controls aspects of capital projects with Division Engineering partners
• Lead strategic improvement initiatives utilizing PLC, HMI, and networking knowledge
• Support Rockwell FactoryTalk Historian, Asset Centre, Manage Servers and other upper‑level systems as needed
• Support Systems Technicians with tactical projects and growth
• Drive continuous improvement activities for the plant

Skills

Allen-Bradley controls

PLC

HMI programming

Servo motion control

Network architecture

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

FactoryTalk Historian

Asset Centre

Servers management

Job description

Job Description:

Systems Control 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 Systems Control 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:

• Possessing a thorough background in Allen-Bradley controls systems and hardware and proficiency in Motion Control Servo’s including Kinetix Drives and Servo Motors
• Leading controls aspects of capital projects with Division Engineering partners
• Leading strategic improvement initiatives for the department by utilizing a working knowledge of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), Human Machine Interface (HMI) programming, working knowledge of Network Architecture, robotics, servo motion control, variable frequency drives (VFD), data historians, control and process valves
• Support Rockwell FactoryTalk Historian, Asset Centre, Manage Servers and other Upper-Level Systems as needed
• Supporting Systems Technicians with tactical projects and growth
• Driving continuous improvement activities for the plant
  

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 (completed and verified prior to start)
• Five (5) years of experience in a manufacturing technical role in a private, public, government or military environment
• Current, valid Driver’s License.
  

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

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Working knowledge of ethernet IP protocols, IP addressing & subnets, AD (Group Policy) credentials for server configuration, MODBUS, familiarity with scripting and automation (VB scripting and SQL)
• Demonstrated track record of performance in process improvement
• Demonstrated project leadership skills and demonstrated ability to define and achieve goals
• Ability to work with a cross functional team in the manufacturing organization
  

Work location: Clinton, TN.

Travel: May include up to 10% domestic

Relocation Assistance: 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.

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 07/01/2026 To 07/31/2026 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.

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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.