Application Engineer / Collision Repair TrainerCollaborate with Innovative 3Mers Around the WorldChoosing 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.The role of Application Engineer will have a primary focus providing technical expertise and training for 3M's portfolios within the Automotive Aftermarket Collision Repair Shop. This includes vehicle structural repair, metal finishing, dent repair and related operations.
The position involves extensive internal and external training of customers through hands-on demonstrations at our Skills Development Center and beyond. It will also involve working with new product teams and the creation of applications and support materials that provide practical solutions for our customer base. Knowledge and experience with repair materials and processes used in the Collision Repair (Automotive), Heavy Duty Truck Repair (Collision), Marine & General Industrial including either manufacturing or MRO (Maintenance Repair Operations) is a requirement for this very specific customer focused position.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 an Application Engineer & Trainer for the Automotive Aftermarket Division, you will have the opportunity to put your curiosity to good use and collaborate with some of the most innovative people in the world.
Here's how to make an impact:Showcasing 3M product, process and digital solutions and how they can increase profitability for bodyshop customers.Relationship management with prioritized large customers (end user and distributor partners)Hands-on product demonstrations for large groups (internal and external training)Collaborating with product development teams, channel partners and business teams to provide practical solutions to our customers.Creating and implementing customer facing technical collateral and training content.Supporting and troubleshooting sales professionals & end-users with new setupsField testing and new product evaluationsTesting & benchmarking the competitive landscape.Developing technical communication and training packagesCreating and enhancing presentations (PowerPoint and other computer skills)Your Skills and ExpertiseTo set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications:Technical diploma or higher from (completed and verified prior to start) from an accredited institution AND a minimum of five (5) years of experience in the collision repair industryORHigh school diploma/GED or higher and a minimum of ten (10) years of experience in the collision repair industryANDAdvanced computer skills (MS Office suite, etc.)Fluent English languageCurrent, valid driver's license is requiredAdditional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:Fluency in Spanish would be highly valued in this position.Bachelor's degree or higher in a science, engineering, or business discipline from an accredited universityPrevious experience serving related industrial markets such as paint industry, manufacturing, OEM, or insurance industry.Previous experience in application engineering, technical service, technical training and/or technical salesExcellent communication & organizational skills (written, verbal, listening and presentation)Work location:Work location: This role follows an on-site working model, requiring the employee to work between our St. Paul Based Training Center and 3M Center in Maplewood, MN.Travel: May include up to 15% domestic and infrequent international travelRelocation: May be authorizedMust be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).Supporting Your Well-being3M 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.