New Product Development Engineer

Emerson; Marshalltown (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a New Product Development Engineer to join their innovative team. This role involves creative problem-solving and collaboration to bring new designs from concept to production. You will engage in a variety of tasks, including prototype development, design validation, and project documentation. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and demonstrate excellent communication skills. Join a company that values diversity and innovation, offering a supportive environment for your professional growth and development.

Benefits

Flexible time off plans

Medical insurance

Dental and vision coverage

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Paid parental leave

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Materials, Industrial, Chemical, Agricultural, or Aerospace Engineering required.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to perform engineering calculations essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and document design calculations and analyses according to internal standards.
• Partner with Global Manufacturing to improve product efficiency and quality.

Skills

Engineering calculations

Communication skills

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

3D CAD

SolidWorks

Microsoft Office

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Job Description

Do you enjoy creative problem solving? If so, we invite you to apply for the New Product Development Engineer position within the Fisher Valve Business Unit! This position works within a team to progress new design concepts through the prototype and testing phase on to global production while referencing our design standards and processes throughout the project. The successful candidate will be involved in a wide variety of activities ranging from concept and prototype development, testing and evaluating design performance, design validation through engineering calculations, and formal project documentation.

Job Description

Do you enjoy creative problem solving? If so, we invite you to apply for the New Product Development Engineer position within the Fisher Valve Business Unit! This position works within a team to progress new design concepts through the prototype and testing phase on to global production while referencing our design standards and processes throughout the project. The successful candidate will be involved in a wide variety of activities ranging from concept and prototype development, testing and evaluating design performance, design validation through engineering calculations, and formal project documentation.

As part of an international team, you will work to take designs from concept to production, followed by product introduction and early technical support. Other duties will include participating in, and leading communication efforts with multi-functional teams as well as working with suppliers and manufacturing sites worldwide. Responsibilities also include completing and documenting design project calculations performed both computationally and analytically.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

Uphold Safety as our #1 Value in all that we do

Brainstorm potential design solutions for challenges reported by our customers as well as our Global Marketing and Sales teams

Innovate new prototypes for products & technologies that can drive cost reduction within existing and future product portfolio segments

Partner with Global Manufacturing and Operations to reduce the complexity of new and current products, driving improvements in cost, efficiency, and quality

Perform and document design calculations and analyses in accordance with our internal standards while continuously employing state-of-the-art methodologies to improve our design efficiency

Build 3D CAD models, assemblies, and drawings in collaboration with a dedicated drafting team for all new design efforts

Own responsibility for completion of parallel assignments such as part number creation, test specification development, Instruction Manual drafting, and management of Design Practices and Procedures.

Recommend and implement process changes to drive continuous improvement to project schedules for enhanced execution efficiency

Provide regular project updates to team members and the senior leadership team throughout the full project timeline

Actively participate in continuous improvement and further technology development within our core engineering & design fields

Percentage of travel

Who You Are:

You identify and seize new opportunities! You are innovative and have outstanding attention to detail. You excel in both small and large team project settings while openly asking questions to ensure successful completion of complicated or unfamiliar tasks.

For this Role, You Will Need:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Materials, Industrial, Chemical, Agricultural, or Aerospace)
• Excellent communication skills – both verbal and written
• Ability to perform engineering calculations
• Good organization, planning, and time management
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment
• Legal authorization to work in the United States - Sponsorship will not be provided for this position
  
  

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

• Two or more years of engineering experience in mechanical design, manufacturing, product evaluation/testing, or similar professional experience.
• Experience collaborating with global / remote team members
• Computer programming skills with emphasis on intelligent automation and/or design tool creation
• Mechanical proficiency with understanding of technical drawings, manufacturing process, materials, machining tolerances, and GD&T
• Developed talent with use of computer tools, in particular those related to design and technical drawing creation (3D CAD, SolidWorks), Microsoft Office Pack, etc.
  
  

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

WHY EMERSON

Our Commitment to Our People

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.

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.

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!

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  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

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Job function

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  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Automation Machinery Manufacturing

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