Automotive Acoustic Application Engineer

Automotive Acoustic Application Engineer

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The Impact You’ll Make in this Role

• Providing application development support to Automotive OEMs and related tier suppliers for applications related to acoustics, noise, vibration, harshness (NVH).
• Identify the best 3M solution for an application through testing and analyzing the results. Communicate results to customers through technical reports.
• Develop new applications by determining key performance requirements, participating in part design reviews, and training our customers on the proper use of 3M products.
• Provide support for new programs by working with OEM & Tier launch teams, reviewing the process, & providing training as necessary.
• Troubleshoot applications with issues by working with the OEM & Tier to identify the root cause & implement solutions.
• Provide “voice of customer” and new product ideas to the Development Lab and Marketing.
• Work closely with new product development team on the launch and introduction of new 3M products into the automotive market.
• Share key learnings, train, and support 3M global organization.
• Willingness to be on-call and travel on short notice.

Company Vehicle

This position requires driving a company vehicle, which will require pre-employment and ongoing review of motor vehicle history for candidates who are offered and hired for this position.

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) from an accredited institution.
• Three years of experience providing technical support for automotive applications in a private, public, government or military environment.
• Current, valid Driver’s License.

Additional Qualifications

• Experience in the design and/or application development of automotive parts focused on the management of noise, vibration and harshness.
• Familiarity with attachment strategies including adhesives, tapes and mechanical fasteners.
• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or Chemistry.
• 3 plus years of experience in the automotive industry as an application engineer highly desired.
• Experience in technical support activities with customers.
• Experience in part design, development and validation.
• Strong problem solving / troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills (verbal and written).
• Strong people skills and ability to influence, collaborate, and work with cross‑functional team.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and accommodate changing circumstances.
• Self‑directed and internally motivated with proven leadership skills.
• Ability to work with conflicting, delayed or ambiguous information.

Work location

• Onsite (Job Duties allow for some remote work but require travel to Livonia, MI at least 4 days per week)

Travel

May include up to 20% domestic and international.

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.

Good Faith Posting Date Range 12/19/2025 To 01/18/2026 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.

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.

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