Sr. Innovation Engineer

City of Shakopee, MN; Pune District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson in Pune, India, seeks a senior valve engineer to lead development of high performance butterfly valve technologies and act as SME for mechanical design and performance. You will guide projects from concept to validation and production, mentor engineers, and collaborate with design, testing, simulation, materials, marketing and supply chain across time zones.

The role requires 15+ years in industrial valves, an advanced mechanical engineering degree, CAD proficiency (Inventor, AutoCAD,

Qualifications

• 15+ years related experience in industrial valves (min. 5 years in valves)
• Advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
• Demonstrated expertise in applying engineering fundamentals to mechanical systems and developing new product concepts
• Strong analytical, critical-thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Experience with pressure-retaining materials, coatings, wear mechanisms, machine design, material selection, and manufacturing methods
• Knowledge of advanced manufacturing technologies, including additive manufacturing and multi-axis machining
• Ability to execute full product development lifecycle from requirements to production
• Proficiency with CAD software (Inventor, AutoCAD, SolidWorks)
• Knowledge of international engineering standards and quality systems (ASME, API, EN, ISO)
• Experience with design verification and methodologies (GD&T, DFMEA, QFD, DFM/A, Six Sigma)
• English communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a global environment
• Willingness to travel as required

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of high performance butterfly valve technologies
• Serve as SME on mechanical design and performance of valve components and systems
• Develop new product concepts aligned with customer needs and market opportunities
• Guide projects from concept through design, validation, and production
• Establish and document engineering best practices and design methodologies
• Mentor engineering team members and provide project guidance
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design, testing, simulation, materials engineering, marketing, and supply chain
• Support strategic initiatives and special projects as assigned

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Project leadership

Time management

Global teamwork

Education

Advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Inventor

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Lead the development and implementation of innovative High Performance Butterfly Valve technologies and concepts.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on the mechanical design and performance of valve components and systems.
• Develop new product concepts aligned with customer needs and market opportunities.
• Guide projects from concept development through detailed design, validation, and implementation.
• Establish, document, and implement engineering best practices and design methodologies.
• Mentor engineering team members by sharing technical expertise and providing project guidance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design, testing, simulation, materials engineering, marketing, and supply chain.
• Support strategic initiatives and special projects as assigned

Who You Are:

You consistently anticipate future possibilities and translate them into innovative solutions. You apply strong analytical thinking and sound judgment to solve complex technical challenges. You build collaborative relationships across functions and geographic locations to achieve shared objectives. You actively support knowledge sharing, continuous learning, and the development of others while maintaining focus on delivering high-quality results.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Min. of 15 years related experience with min. of 5 years in the area of industrial valves
• Advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated expertise in applying engineering fundamentals to mechanical systems and developing new product concepts.
• Strong analytical, critical-thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Experience with pressure-retaining materials, material coatings, wear mechanisms, machine design, material selection, and manufacturing methods.
• Knowledge of advanced manufacturing technologies, including additive manufacturing and multi-axis machining.
• Ability to execute the complete product development lifecycle, from customer requirements through prototype testing and production implementation.
• Proficiency with CAD software such as Inventor, AutoCAD, or SolidWorks.
• Working knowledge of international engineering standards and quality systems, including ASME, API, EN, ISO, and related valve standards.
• Experience with design verification and engineering methodologies such as GD&T, DFMEA, QFD, DFM/A, Six Sigma, and engineering calculations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a global and collaborative environment.
• Flexibility to collaborate across global time zones and travel as business needs require.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Experience in industrial valve engineering and product development.
• Experience working within matrixed organizations and global engineering teams.
• Knowledge of valve design and certification standards such as EN 12516, ASME B16.34, API 609, AWWA, ISO 15848, API 607, TSx, and SIL.
• Demonstrated ability to drive innovation and continuously improve engineering processes and products.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving, technology adoption, and organizational success.

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

At Emerson, we believe diverse perspectives drive innovation and better business outcomes. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where every individual feels respected, valued, and empowered to contribute. We foster professional growth through continuous learning, career development opportunities, and meaningful work that makes a difference. Our culture encourages collaboration, integrity, curiosity, and a passion for delivering solutions that improve the world around us.