Leading the technological and human transformation of industry.
Expertise at the heart of industrial transitions
Engineers from the 3I – Innovation Integrator in Industry programme hold a strategic position in companies: they are the architects of digital and sustainable transformation of production systems.
Their mission: design, experiment, and deploy Industry 4.0 technologies while supporting human, managerial, and environmental change.
This dual competence—technical and organizational—directly addresses the growing needs of industrial companies, from startups to large international corporations.
High-value careers
The 3I engineering degree opens the door to varied careers at the interface of technology, innovation, and strategy.
Examples of target positions
- Industrial Innovation Project Manager
- Digital and Industrial Solutions Integrator
- IT/OT Operational Consultant (Information & Operational Technology)
- Industrial Digital Transformation Manager
- Industry 4.0 Business Engineer
- Connected Industrial Systems Architect
- R&D or Smart Production Project Manager
Fields of activity
- Manufacturing, energy, mobility, healthcare, defense, electronics, logistics, digital transformation consulting.
- Companies of all sizes: large corporations, technology SMEs, mid-sized companies, industrial startups.
Professional skills developed
3I engineers stand out with a hybrid profile at the intersection of several key areas of expertise:
| Technical skills | Managerial and strategic skills |
|---|---|
| IT/OT, IIoT, digital twins | Complex project management |
| Industrial cybersecurity | Transformation management |
| Artificial intelligence, data analytics | Change management and communication |
| Advanced automation and robotics | Integration of environmental transitions |
| Industrial information systems | Interdisciplinary and intercultural collaboration |
Employment-focused training
Through work-study pedagogy and strong involvement of partner companies, the 3I programme ensures immediate employability.
Graduates are ready to work on concrete projects upon completion of their studies.
Multiple career development opportunities
In the medium term, graduates can progress to positions such as:
- Digital Production Unit Manager
- Head of Innovation or Industrial Transformation Department
- Senior Consultant in Process Digitalization
- Industrial Project Director
- Entrepreneur in Industry 4.0 Technologies
Some may also choose to pursue a PhD in robotics, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, or complex systems engineering.
A career at the heart of sustainable transformation
Being a 3I engineer means contributing to building a more efficient, more connected, and more responsible industry.
It also means actively participating in the digital, environmental, and human transition of organizations.
The 3I programme trains change integrators capable of connecting technology, purpose, and impact.
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At a Glance
🎓 Degree depending on initial profile:
• Specialized Engineer accredited by CTI (engineer)
• Institutional Diploma (Master of Science in Engineering or equivalent Bac+5 degree)
📅 Work-Study Program
• 2 weeks of training at the School
• 2 weeks in the company
🕓 Duration
1 year (from October to September)
📍 Location
École des Mines de Saint-Étienne – Lyon Campus
Campus Région du numérique
78, route de Paris
69260 Charbonnières-les-Bains
Contacts
Academic Directors
3I Brochure
An Accredited and Recognized Program
The 3i program – Integrator of Innovations in Industry is a specialized engineering program, accredited by the Commission des Titres d’Ingénieur (CTI).
The program is registered in the National Directory of Professional Certifications (RNCP 40959).
It awards a specialized engineering degree, recognized by the State and industry, equivalent to Bac + 6.