Mechanical Engineer at Emerson

About the role

As a Mechanical Engineer in Emerson's Appleton Business Unit, you will contribute to the design and development of products used to distribute, control, and monitor electrical power, lighting, and heat tracing systems in hazardous and heavy industrial environments worldwide. You will support both new product development and product enhancement initiatives while collaborating with a global engineering team to bring innovative solutions from concept through production. The ideal candidate is self-motivated and has an interest in mechanical design within one or more of the following areas: power control devices, thermoplastic components, metal castings, systems engineering, and product certifications.

Responsibilities

• Participate in all phases of the product development lifecycle, including concept development, product specifications, design, supplier requirements, product validation, and production launch.
• Partner with Product Management to translate customer insights and competitive assessments into product requirements and design specifications.
• Maintain an understanding of design and regulatory requirements for hazardous location products.
• Develop and review engineering designs, drawings, and bills of materials while helping manage design costs.
• Support project execution from initiation through launch by coordinating activities across a global, cross-functional team using Emerson's phase-gate new product development process.
• Research, evaluate, and apply emerging technologies to support innovative product solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
• 0-3 years of related experience
• Knowledge of thermoplastic, metal casting, electrical contact and conductor design
• Successful development and introduction of product into production
• Working knowledge of Computer Aided Design (CAD), Finite Element Analysis (FEA), rapid prototyping, 3D printing and additive manufacturing
• Working knowledge of project management processes and tools; MS Office, MS Project
• Excellent communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Creo 3D modeling
• Experience with AutoCad for 2D drawings
• Working knowledge and familiarity with applicable NEC, CEC and IEC standards for hazardous and commercial/industrial electrical products
• Working knowledge designing enclosures with ingress protection

Benefits

• Variety of medical insurance plans, including dental and vision coverage
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee resource groups
• Recognition programs
• Flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave

Pay

The salary range for this role is $75,000-90,000 annually.

Culture & Commitment

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact.

We believe diverse teams working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results. We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing and provide flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs.

At Emerson, our employee’s passion for innovation and results drives our success. We actively pursue new technologies, capabilities, and approaches to drive tangible value for our customers. To reward this passion for innovation and results, Emerson makes meaningful investments in our people. We provide competitive compensation, integrated benefits offerings, and fulfilling career journeys that support the growth of each employee. We firmly believe that when Emerson is successful in achieving its operational and financial goals, our employees share in the company’s success.