Applications and Systems Engineering Group Manager

Emerson; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Paid parental leave

Flexible time off

Job summary

Emerson in Austin, TX is seeking an Application Engineering Manager to lead the application engineering team in supporting global business development and sales teams in technical applications of Test & Measurement products.

You will recruit, mentor, and develop engineers; collaborate with Marketing, Sales & R&D; drive execution excellence and manage change as business needs evolve. Travel up to 25% will be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of engineering experience.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% (domestic/international).
• General test and measurement knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Recruiting, Developing, and Mentoring talent, including development engineers and applications engineers.
• Build and maintain the team’s expertise in Emerson Test & Measurement equipment.
• Collaborate with Business Managers, Marketing, Sales & R&D to align execution with growth strategy.
• Engage with sales to drive customer engagements and shared goals.
• Manage ambiguity and drive change management as strategy evolves.
• Drive engineering execution excellence.
• Handle special projects or tasks assigned by management.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

LabVIEW

NI hardware/software

Job description

Job Description

The Application Engineering Manager is responsible for leading the application engineering team to support global business development and sales teams in technical applications of Test & Measurement products. The individual in this role will oversee the daily activities of Application Engineers, who review customers’ technical needs and recommend solutions, and inspire a culture of innovation towards new solutions for customers’ challenges.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Recruiting, Developing, and Mentoring talent, including development engineers and applications engineers with unique expertise spanning multiple target industries and geographies.
• Build and maintain the team’s overall expertise in Emerson Test & Measurement equipment and their applications.
• Collaborate with Business Managers, Marketing, Sales & R&D to align the team’s execution to growth strategy and short-term business needs.
• Engage with sales to drive customer engagements, through mutual understanding and prioritization of efforts, to achieve shared business goals.
• Manage ambiguity and drive change management as business strategy evolves.
• Drive engineering execution excellence.
• Handle special projects or tasks assigned by management.

Who You Are:

You are an effective leader who efficiently directs teams, and mentors staff. You excel in managing complexity, optimizing workflows, and driving execution. Your excellent communication skills enable seamless collaboration with collaborators, ensuring adaptive responses to challenges and successful project execution.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Bachelor’s degree
• 5+ years of experience in Engineering
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness to travel (up to 25%), both domestic and international
• General test and measurement knowledge
• Only U.S. Persons (U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, or protected individuals as defined by 22 CFR 120) may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering
• Experience with project management and working with remote teams
• 5+ years of team or project management experience
• LabVIEW programming skills and any NI hardware and software experience
• 3+ years’ experience managing an engineering, application, or technical sales team

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

• 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. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

About Us

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

WHY EMERSON

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

Our Commitment to Our People

At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.

Work Authorization

Emerson 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(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Emerson 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.

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About Emerson

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!