Prognostics & Diagnostics Engineer

Emerson; Marshalltown (IA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible time-off

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Emerson in Marshalltown, Iowa is seeking a Prognostics Engineer to design and implement advanced diagnostic algorithms for industrial control systems. The role emphasizes collaboration with a diverse team and innovation in developing new technologies.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and over 5 years of experience in prognostics. We offer competitive benefits including medical coverage and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 5+ years relevant industry experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience developing and applying prognostic algorithms and models for complex systems.
• Strong analytical skills for investigating complex technical problems.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy prognostic algorithms.
• Collaborate with engineers and data scientists.
• Analyze and interpret data to identify failure modes.

Skills

Prognostic algorithms development

Data analysis

Mathematical skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics

Tools

MATLAB

Simulink

Signal processing development tools

Job description

This role offers an opportunity to build your Prognostics Engineering experience and drive the development of new technologies.

Job Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy prognostic and advanced diagnostic algorithms for industrial control valves and associated equipment.
• Collaborate with a diverse team of Engineers, Data Scientists, SMEs and collaborators to create and integrate prognostics solutions into systems.
• Analyze and interpret data from sensors, diagnostics, and maintenance records to identify failure modes, trends, and anomalies.
• Create algorithms to detect fault conditions and estimate remaining useful life (RUL) of the system based on sensor data, failure modes, and degradation models.
• Determine optimal type, number, and location of sensors for the system based on prognostic objectives, performance criteria, and constraints.
• Create clear, concise, and verifiable engineering requirement documents and engineering plans to achieve project goals.

Who You Are

The ideal candidate designs processes and procedures that enable remote management, evaluates risks versus benefits of solutions, communicates timely and effectively across the organization, pushes themselves and others to achieve results, establishes clear responsibilities, and monitors and measures outcomes.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics or in an applicable field.
• 5+ years relevant industry experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience developing and applying prognostic algorithms and models for complex systems and components.
• Familiarity with physics‑based, data‑driven, and hybrid prognostics and diagnostics approaches.
• Experience collaborating with diverse global work groups.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills for investigating complex technical problems.
• Ability to create and validate dynamic models of physical systems using MATLAB and Simulink.
• Experience with engineering and signal‑processing development tools.
• Knowledge of machine learning, data science, and statistical methods.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem‑solving skills.
• Familiarity with industrial control systems, sensors, and diagnostics.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degrees earn preference.
• Hands‑on laboratory experience related to measurement, instrumentation, sensors, and metrology.
• Control valve business knowledge.
• Experience with predictive model development.

Benefits

We offer competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision coverage, an Employee Assistance Program, 401(k) retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, flexible time‑off, and paid parental leave.

Work Authorization

Emerson will only employ those legally authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship for work authorization is not provided.

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 discrimination or harassment.