Test & Evaluation Engineer Co-Op

City of Shakopee, MN; Marshalltown (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site cafeterias

Fitness facilities

Employee resource groups

Recognition

Job summary

Emerson is seeking a co-op engineering student in Marshalltown, IA to gain hands-on experience in test technology and process control instrumentation. You will join a multi-functional team to design, execute, and optimize test plans, while developing data acquisition and reporting capabilities.

You will work full-time in-person, contribute to continuous improvement projects, and collaborate with design, simulation, and materials groups in a structured co-op program with on-site facilities.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in an engineering Bachelor's degree program.
• Completion of Statics, Fluids, and Mechanics of Materials.
• Ability to work full-time (40 hours) per week in-person at Marshalltown, IA.

Responsibilities

• Develop expertise in process control instruments and control valves.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects for test technology.
• Work with Simulation, Design, Materials and Product Engineering groups as part of a multi-functional team to determine testing requirements.
• Develop and complete test plans in cooperation with internal design teams and external customers.
• Assemble test units, install measurement instrumentation, and set up data acquisition systems.
• Evaluate experimental data and prepare engineering reports that include analysis, conclusions, and recommendations.
• Update company-wide standards and web pages.
• Use LabVIEW, FlexLogger, DIAdem, DeltaV, VBA, and/or Python automated systems that could consist of process or report automation, physical test setups, or data analysis.
• Collaborate in an agile team environment to efficiently conduct testing.

Skills

Problem solving

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Enrollment in engineering Bachelor's degree program

Tools

LabVIEW

FlexLogger

DIAdem

DeltaV

VBA

Python

Job description

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Develop expertise in process control instruments and control valves.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects for test technology.
• Work with Simulation, Design, Materials and Product Engineering groups as part of a multi-functional team to determine testing requirements.
• Develop and complete test plans in cooperation with internal design teams and external customers.
• Assemble test units, install measurement instrumentation, and set up data acquisition systems.
• Evaluate experimental data and prepare engineering reports that include analysis, conclusions, and recommendations.
• Update company-wide standards and web pages.
• Use LabVIEW, FlexLogger, DIAdem, DeltaV, VBA, and/or Pythonautomated systems that could consist of process or report automation, physical test setups, or data analysis.
• Collaborate in an agile team environment to efficiently conduct testing.
  

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:

• Enrollment in an engineering Bachelor's degree program
• Completion of the following courses is required for this position: Statics, Fluids, and Mechanics of Materials
• Ability to work full-time (40 hours) per week in-person at location (Marshalltown, IA)

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Enrollment in a Bachelor's degree program in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, or Nuclear Engineering
• Junior or Senior class standing
• 2.75 or higher cumulative GPA
• Hands-on mechanical proficiency and experience
• Fluid dynamics or acoustics interest or experience preferred
  

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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