3M · 2 hours ago
Senior Application Engineering Specialist – Paint Application, Robotics, and Automation (Automotive Aftermarket)
US, Minnesota, Maplewood
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$165K/yr - $201K/yr
5+ years exp3M is a global company that values innovation and collaboration among its diverse workforce. The Senior Application Engineering Specialist will focus on the Paint Application Solutions portfolio, driving growth and supporting technical engagement related to paint processes in the collision repair industry.
AutomotiveCleaning ProductsConsultingElectronicsEnterprise SoftwareManufacturing
No H1B
Responsibilities
Focus, drive, and grow the Paint Application Solutions portfolio, including robotics and automation
Support MSOs (Multi-Shop Organizations) with technical engagement related to paint processes (paint efficiency)
Lead efforts to translate customer needs into product development goals, build internal expertise, and help customers implement new products and solutions within the collision repair industry
Collaborate with product development teams, channel partners, and business teams to deliver practical solutions for customers
Create and implement customer‑facing technical collateral and training content
Identify future business opportunities, product improvement needs, and barriers to commercialization
Support and troubleshoot sales professionals and end‑users with new system setups
Conduct hands‑on product demonstrations for large groups, including internal and external training sessions
Perform field testing and new product evaluations
Test and benchmark the competitive landscape
Qualification
Required
A technical diploma (completed and verified prior to start) from an accredited institution
Minimum 5 years of experience in a technically aligned, customer focused role in a private, public, government or military environment
Current valid driver's license is required
Preferred
Bachelor's degree or higher in a science, engineering, or business discipline from an accredited university
5+ years of experience in the collision repair industry; especially collision repair painting experience
Previous experience serving industrial markets such as collision repair, paint industry, manufacturing, OEM, or insurance industry
Previous hardware / software experience with automotive calibration & diagnostic equipment
Previous experience in application engineering, technical service, technical training and/or technical sales
Excellent communication & organizational skills (written, verbal, listening and presentation)
Ability to efficiently analyze, solve problems and implement solutions
"Can do/will do" attitude
Possess strong & effective "hands-on" demonstration techniques
Ability to multi-task and adapt to changing priorities
Ability to work and take individual initiative and responsibility for assignments independently and within a team environment
Experience with statistical software is a plus
Ability to solve problems and apply new knowledge to practical situations
Benefits
Medical
Dental & Vision
Health Savings Accounts
Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Disability Benefits
Life Insurance
Voluntary Benefits
Paid Absences
Retirement Benefits
Company
3M is a global company that applies science to life, offering products and solutions across various industries.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$5MKey Investors
US Department of Energy
2024-03-13Grant· $5M
1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
William Brown
Chief Executive Officer
John Banovetz
Senior Vice President for Innovation and Stewardship and Chief Technology Officer
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