Ultra-Precision Controls Engineer

3M; Maplewood (MN); On-site; USD 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

3M in Maplewood, MN is seeking a Precision Controls Engineer to develop, deploy, and support ultra-precision control systems for manufacturing equipment.

The role requires a masterful grasp of motion control, CNC/servo systems, and embedded software, with travel up to 35% and potential relocation. Four days on-site at the Maplewood center are expected, with U.S. export compliance considerations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering or a Physical Science (completed and verified prior to start)
• Master’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (preferred)
• Five years of experience designing and/or deploying advanced motion control systems

Responsibilities

• Develop advanced, production-ready control solutions for ultra-precision manufacturing systems.
• Identify and mitigate positioning errors to meet precision requirements.
• Manage requirements, provide cost and schedule estimates, and ensure delivery of capital equipment projects.

Skills

Motion control concepts

CNC/servo control

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Physical Science

Master’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

ePlan

AutoCAD Electrical

TwinCAT

LabVIEW

DeltaTau

Newport

PI (Physik Instrumente)

Aerotech

Job description

3M in Maplewood, MN is seeking a Precision Controls Engineer to develop, deploy, and support ultra-precision control systems for manufacturing equipment.

The role requires a masterful grasp of motion control, CNC/servo systems, and embedded software, with travel up to 35% and potential relocation. Four days on-site at the Maplewood center are expected, with U.S. export compliance considerations.