Global Manufacturing Engineer - Instrumentation

Emerson; Marshalltown (IA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible, competitive benefits plans

401(k) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid parental leave

Job summary

A global automation technology leader is seeking a Global Manufacturing Engineer in Marshalltown, Iowa. This role supports product development and manufacturing initiatives, ensuring alignment with industry standards. Candidates should have a BA/BS and over 5 years of experience, with strong leadership and communication skills. Benefits include competitive plans for physical, mental, and social well-being, and a commitment to employee growth in a supportive work culture.

Qualifications

• More than 5 years of professional experience.
• Experience collaborating with remote teams.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate manufacturing planning for new products.
• Design and develop tooling as needed to support manufacturing.

Skills

Self-starter

Leadership skills

Excellent communication

Collaboration with remote teams

Education

BA/BS in Business, Engineering or Operations

Job description

Job Description

The Global Manufacturing Engineer provides technical consultative, tactical, and strategic support for global operations. This position works closely with the engineering product design teams to guide early-stage new product development and ensure alignment with the latest manufacturing strategies; collaborates with supply chain and world area manufacturing to coordinate a smooth manufacturing rollout of new products; and serves as a leader driving global initiatives focused on improving safety, manufacturing sustainability, efficiency, and standardization.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Serve as the manufacturing technical representative on new product development (NPD) teams to ensure the planned introduction aligns with the manufacturing strategy and the product is designed for manufacturability
• Coordinate manufacturing planning and execution for new and existing products with world area site teams through meetings and digital collaboration tools
• Serve as manufacturing approver on technical reviews and other engineering design planning meetings to provide manufacturing input for early‑stage product design through final product launch
• Design and develop tooling, fixtures and facilities equipment as needed to support local site manufacturing teams. Analyze requirements and conduct calculations to ensure safety of design
• Drive efficiency enhancement opportunities on existing products using automation and improvements to manufacturing processes
• Create and maintain global manufacturing procedures to document process details, share best practices, and drive global standardization
• Network with world area manufacturing teams and travel to global manufacturing locations as required

Who You Are:

• You are a passionate self‑starter that will insert yourself and network with other groups and resources. You step up to handle tough issues. You provide timely and helpful information to individuals across the global organization. You push yourself and help others to achieve results.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• BA/BS in Business, Engineering or Operations related field or equivalent work experience.
• More than 5 years of professional experience
• Experience collaborating with remote teams

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Previous design, test or manufacturing engineering experience
• Experience with instrument design and manufacturing
• Excellent leadership and communication skills in a global environment
• Five years related Flow Controls experience preferred
• Ability to quickly learn and apply new technologies
• Able to work well with teams to tackle sophisticated problems
• Forward thinking – ability to research and implement innovation
• Ability to successfully implement process change

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.

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.

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