Abrasive Process Solutions Automation Engineer

Saint-Gobain Abrasives is seeking an Abrasive Process Solutions Automation Engineer I to join the Abrasive Process Solutions team in Worcester, MA. Reporting to the Manager of APS & AAE, this role will lead and support techno-commercial initiatives that use industrial robotics, advanced software, and artificial intelligence to develop abrasive process solutions for customers across North America.

In this role, you will work with a state-of-the-art industrial robotics grinding automation cell to help solve complex customer manufacturing challenges, accelerate process development, and drive profitable growth across markets such as aerospace, automotive, bearings, electronics, cutting tools, foundry, gears, medical, metal and composite finishing, and primary metals.

The successful candidate will be a hands-on, self-directed engineer who enjoys solving technical problems in both lab and production environments. You will partner closely with Sales, Application Engineering, Product Management, Product Engineering, Manufacturing, and R&D to deliver customer-focused abrasive automation solutions.

• Lead development and execution of abrasive processes within the Abrasive Process Solutions Robotics Lab using an industrial robotics cell.
• Apply advanced robotics software and AI tools to streamline process development and improve efficiency for abrasive customers.
• Plan and prioritize testing activities aligned with customer objectives, technical requirements, and commercial opportunities.
• Prepare engineering documentation that summarizes product performance, process outcomes, economic impact, and recommended next steps.
• Provide technical expertise to solve customer-specific manufacturing challenges related to automation and abrasive applications.
• Support onsite customer projects, including grinding and automation evaluations, process troubleshooting, and solution development.
• Support internal and external training related to abrasive products, application technology, and evolving automation solutions.

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field required; MBA or MS preferred.
• Early-career experience in sales, product management, abrasive application engineering, or a related technical field preferred.
• Strong knowledge of robotic programming, with FANUC Roboguide experience preferred.
• Knowledge of CAD/CAM modeling and AI software used for process development, optimization, and efficiency.
• Hands‑on laboratory experience using basic measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, profilometers, gauges, and scales.
• Experience with abrasive products and processe

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