Quality Engineering Co-op

Emerson; Marshalltown (IA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson is seeking an undergraduate engineering co-op who will expand technical and professional skills in a real-world setting. You will rotate through multiple departments, collaborate with engineers to tackle safety, quality, and production challenges, and document current and future workflows while pursuing process improvements.

You will participate in lean projects, attend meetings, and complete assignments from the Quality Manager, developing hands-on problem solving and strong

Qualifications

• Strong oral and written communication skills and PC skills including Microsoft Office are required.
• Experience working in a team environment is expected.
• Safety conscious and self-motivated with a hands-on approach to problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Expand your technical and professional skills in a real-world setting through meaningful work, mentorship, and cross-department rotation.
• Collaborate with engineers and teams to develop solutions to safety, quality, and production challenges.
• Document current and future state workflow and identify potential process improvements.
• Lead and participate in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement projects.
• Attend department, team, and project meetings as necessary.
• Complete projects as assigned by Quality Manager.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Analytical thinking

MS Office

Problem solving

Safety minded

Education

Bachelor’s in Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Expand your technical and professional skills in a real-world setting. Emerson co-ops are given meaningful work, support, and mentorship from experienced managers and key business leaders. There is the potential to gain knowledge and experience in a variety of ways by exploring opportunities associated with your major and rotating through multiple departments.

• Collaborate with other engineers, teams, and departments to develop and implement solutions to safety, quality, and production challenges

• Document current and future state workflow and potential process improvements

• Lead and participate in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement projects

• Attend department, team, and project meetings as necessary

• Complete projects as assigned by Quality Manager

Who You Are:

• You try different solutions for problems and learn from the results. You stay aligned with your goals and stay productive. You focus on creating an effective collaborative style. You prepare content for communication that is impactful.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Undergraduate student currently pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field

• Ability to work 40 hours a week during the scheduled semester

• Legal authorization to work in the United States - Sponsorship for this role will not be provided

• Strong oral and written communication skills, analytical and decision-making skills, and PC skills including Microsoft Office

• Experience working in a team environment

• Safety conscious

• Self-motivated and disciplined with a hands‑on approach to problem solving

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• College status of a junior or senior majoring in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Manufacturing Engineering Technology

• Six months generalized work experience preferably in a manufacturing environment

• General Lean Manufacturing knowledge

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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WHY EMERSON (https://www1.emerson.com/en/corporate/careers/meet-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 (https://www1.emerson.com/en/corporate/about-us)

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!

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.