Lab Operations Engineer Co op

Emerson Electric Co.; Marshalltown (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site cafeteria and facilities

Fitness facilities

Employee resource groups

Job summary

Emerson Electric Co. in the United States is offering a co-op role focused on optimizing maintenance parts inventory and supporting critical equipment. You will analyze inventory needs, communicate with vendors for recommendations and quotes, and help manage databases related to parts and warehouse inventories.

The position emphasizes learning to read technical drawings, work full-time during the co-op term, and contribute to lab operation improvements with safety and efficiency in mind.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical discipline.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States.
• Sophomore standing or above.
• Ability to work full-time during the co-op term.
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Perform analyses to determine desired maintenance parts inventory for critical operational equipment.
• Interface with equipment vendors to obtain equipment service recommendations, parts lists, and quotations.
• Oversee database development and management projects such as parts inventory, pipe database, and warehouse inventory management.
• Assist with Lab operation improvement projects targeting safety, functionality, and maintenance.

Skills

Process mapping

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical discipline

Tools

DeltaV

Job description

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Perform analyses to determine desired maintenance parts inventory for critical operational equipment
• Interface with equipment vendors to obtain equipment service recommendations, parts lists, and quotations
• Oversee database development and management projects such as parts inventory, pipe database, and warehouse inventory management
• Assist with Lab operation improvement projects targeting safety, functionality, and maintenance.

Who You Are:

• You define issues and map out a process. You manage uncertainty with confidence. You learn to streamline processes and cut out redundancy.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or related technical discipline
• Legal authorization to work in the United States
• Sophomore standing or above
• Ability to work full-time during the co-op term
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering
• GPA of 2.5 or higher
• Proficient written and verbal communication
• Demonstrated ability to quickly learn and apply new technology
• Basic understanding of electronic instrumentation/equipment as well as knowledge of analog and digital communication signals
• Programming skills with industrial automation software such as DeltaV

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 and know that to do your best you must have flexible, competitive benefit plans to meet your physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage. Our culture prioritizes work-life balance and offers flexible time off plans, including paid holidays and volunteer time. You will also get hands-on experience, professional development, and networking opportunities in our well-established and structured co-op program. There is also an easy to access on-site cafeterias, fitness facilities, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more.
  

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