À propos de ce poste Embedded Linux Engineer chez 3M
Job Description:
Embedded Linux Engineer
Collaborate with Innovative 3Mers Around the World
Choosing 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.
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 a Product Development Engineer, you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative people around the world. Here, you will make an impact by:
Develop and maintain real-time PREEMPT-RT Linux-based software for automated electromechanical systems.
Design software interfaces between embedded firmware, DSPs, sensors, and higher-level application software.
Develop system services, drivers and middleware supporting deterministic, real-time operation of automated motion/machine-control systems.
Implement coordinated motion and machine control over industrial fieldbus such as EtherCAT, integrating motors, encoders, sensors, and actuators.
Integrate the control platform with machine-vision / AI Edge inspection subsystems and operator HMI.
Support software architecture, integration, testing, and deployment of next-generation automation systems.
Collaborate closely with firmware, hardware and systems engineers to deliver reliable field-ready products.
Drive product architecture, feasibility studies, prototyping and engineering verification
Collaborate with suppliers and external development partners to scale solutions.
Generate intellectual property through innovative solutions in automation, robotics and cable installation technologies.
Interface with cross-functional team members to ensure successful program delivery.
Communicate tests and other program results to internal and external stakeholders.
Drive the development and commercialization of products to efficiently, reliably and sustainably deliver energy to customers around the world.
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 in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related engineering discipline (completed and verified prior to start) from an accredited institution.
Three (3) or more years’ experience in C/C++ software development for embedded systems and real-time operating systems such as PREEMPT-RT Linux.
Three (3) or more years’ experience with multithreaded and concurrent software design, including inter-process communication and complex hardware/software debugging.
Three (3) or more years’ experience using source control and modern software development tools.
Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:
Master's degree or higher (completed and verified prior to start) in Computer Engineering,
Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related discipline from an accredited institution.
Experience with DSP integration, signal processing, or machine control systems.
Experience developing device drivers or middleware.
Experience with Python scripting and automation.
Familiarity with industrial fieldbus / communication protocols (EtherCAT — e.g. IgH/SOEM master, CANopen, Modbus, TCP/IP).
Experience with motion/servo control, torque motors, or encoder feedback interfaces.
Experience integrating machine-vision cameras, image pipelines, and OpenCV.
Work location:
Work location: This role follows an on-site working model, requiring the employee to work at least four days a week at the 3M Center in Austin, TX.
Travel: May include up to 15% domestic or international
Relocation: 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.
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Applicable to US Applicants Only:The expected compensation range for this position is $124,127 - $151,710, which includes base pay plus variable incentive pay, if eligible. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience. In addition, this position may be eligible for a range of benefits (e.g., Medical, Dental & Vision, Health Savings Accounts, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences and Retirement Benefits, etc.). Additional information is available at: https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/.Good Faith Posting Date Range 08/21/2026 To 09/20/2026 Or until filledAll 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.Learn more about 3M’s creative solutions to the world’s problems at www.3M.com or on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn @3M.Responsibilities of this position include that corporate policies, procedures and security standards are complied with while performing assigned duties.Safety is a core value at 3M. All employees are expected to contribute to a strong Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) culture by following safety policies, identifying hazards, and engaging in continuous improvement.Pay & Benefits Overview: https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/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.Please note: your application may not be considered if you do not provide your education and work history, either by: 1) uploading a resume, or 2) entering the information into the application fields directly.
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