Development Engineer at Emerson Electric Co in Elyria, Ohio

Job Description:

At Emerson, we are innovators and problem-solvers, focused on a common purpose: leaving our world in a better place than we found it. Each and every day, our foundational values—integrity, safety and quality, supporting our people, customer focus, continuous improvement, collaboration and innovation—inform every decision we make and empower our employees to keep reaching higher. As a global technology and engineering leader, we provide groundbreaking solutions for customers in industrial, commercial, and residential markets. Our Emerson Automation Solutions business helps process, hybrid, and discrete manufacturers maximize production and protect personnel and the environment while optimizing their energy and operating costs. Our Emerson Commercial & Residential Solutions business helps ensure human comfort and health, protect food quality and safety, advance energy efficiency and create sustainable infrastructure.

Emerson, a Fortune 500 company with $15.3 billion in sales and 200 manufacturing locations worldwide, is committed to helping employees grow and thrive throughout their careers.
Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring options or a recent MBA graduate, you’ll find a variety of opportunities at Emerson. Join our team and start your journey today.

If you are an ENGINEERING  professional looking for an opportunity to grow, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you!   Based in our RIDGID® World HQ in Elyria (just a little west of Cleveland), Ohio USA.  In this role, you will focus on developing new products for our customers, designed around their specific needs, so they can be the best at what they do. The Development Engineer will work with a dedicated and talented team of design, marketing, and manufacturing professionals in this strategic growth business segment.  This includes plumbing and electrical tools, accessories, and new market applications.   

AS A DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER, YOU WILL: 

• Design and development of new products and processes.  This involves complete project responsibility.
• including concept development, component design, design verification, scheduling, product costing, and reporting.
• Understanding of user needs in order to develop technical product specifications to meet those needs.
• Feasibility studies to assess technology matches to product specifications.
• Proactive participation in cross-functional teams. Collaboration in order to achieve optimum outcomes.
• Prioritization of goals in order to deliver products on time while meeting cost and quality targets.
• Failure analysis and implementation of corrective measures.
• 
  Participation in cost and quality improvement programs.
   

WHO YOU ARE:You identify and seize new opportunities.  You create teamwork allowing others across the organization to achieve shared objectives.  You ask the right questions to accurately analyze situations.  You experiment to find new solutions.  You set objectives to align with broader organizational goals.  You are confident under pressure.  You identify and create the processes necessary to get work done.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in Mechanical Engineering.  
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in design and development of mechanical / electro-mechanical products. Relevant co-op or intern experience will also be considered.
• Hands on experience with a variety of consumer and construction tools and equipment. 
• Basic knowledge of manufacturing processes such as casting, forging, and machining.
• Basic knowledge of 3D CAD design, Solid Edge experience preferred.
• “Can Do” attitude with the ability to get things done. 
• Preference for experience in a test lab environment (design and set up of product tests), including failure analysis.
• Preference for prior experience with FEA software.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States - Sponsorship for this position is not available.
   

 PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:  

• Experience with manufacturing processes, CNC machining, or alike 
• G-code, KAM software experience

WHY EMERSON? Our Commitment to Our PeopleAcross the globe, we are united by a singular Purpose: We drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. We invest in our employees to ensure they have the marketplace knowledge, skills, and competencies to bring this Purpose to life while competing and leading in a global economy. Our training programs focus on end-to-end development, from onboarding through senior leadership. 

Flexible Work Schedule – Remote Work Option and Core Hours
This role has the flexibility of a remote work option up to three days a week and a core hour schedule. You can choose to flex your start and stop times given you are working during the core hours of 9:00am - 3:00pm. Our teams work together to ensure our chosen work schedules enable our creativity and productivity as we serve the needs of our customers.

Benefits
Emerson places a high value on ensuring that employees have a good work-life balance. We provide access to a competitive benefits package, including the following: medical insurance, dental and vision coverage, 401k participation with a competitive immediate match, fitness center, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, Holiday Bonus, and an online wellness rewards program. Immediate vacation and holiday leave available. Employee resource groups, including Diversity and Inclusion committee, Women In Stem, LGBTQ+ Allies, and our Veterans Group, ensure that the Emerson values are incorporated into everyday employee life.

Why Work in the Greater Cleveland Area
This role is located in our World HQ in Elyria (just a little west of Cleveland), Ohio USA.

Our facility is located in Elyria, OH which is conveniently located within driving distance to Cleveland. The area’s generally low costs of living, excellent school systems and low crime rates create a family-friendly environment. The area is home to several growing communities with restaurants, festivals, shopping, and arts scenes that make them exciting places to live and work.

About our Location
Since the invention of the modern pipe wrench in 1923, the 25-acre RIDGID world headquarters in Elyria, Ohio has been developing tools that help trades professionals tackle jobs faster, safer and more accurately. Today, more than 600 employees work in 734K sq. ft. of office and manufacturing space. The campus is also home to a factory tool service center and a state-of-the-art “School House” training center that educates and trains hundreds of tradespersons annually. In addition to the iconic wrench, the campus manufactures RIDGID battery hydraulic tools, pipe and electrical tools, and drain cleaning components, as well as Greenlee step bits and knock out tools. Emerson’s Professional Tools business provides the industry’s broadest portfolio of advanced, reliable tools and technologies for the mechanical, electrical and plumbing trades.

 Our Commitment to Diversity & InclusionAt Emerson, we are committed to fostering a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their experiences and perspectives – and that reflects the world around us. We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas that inspires innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers. This philosophy is fundamental to living our company’s values and our responsibility to leave the world in a better place. Learn more about our Culture & Values and Diversity & Inclusion at Emerson. Work AuthorizationEmerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire. Equal Opportunity EmployerEmerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, please contact: idisability.administrator@emerson.com.  

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