Lead Engineer Product Design

Job Summary

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior / Lead Mechanical Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the design, development, and implementation of mechanical systems and products. They will possess strong analytical skills, project management experience, and the ability to guide junior engineers while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Additionally, the candidate will proactively identify and resolve technical challenges, optimizing engineering solutions.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Drive product enhancements and design changes, ensuring smooth navigation through the ECO process with precision and care.
• Demonstrate a proven understanding and hands-on expertise in GD&T and tolerance stack-up, ensuring engineering accuracy and precision.
• Apply strong problem-solving skills and critical thinking to address complex engineering challenges using structured techniques.
• Apply problem-solving tools optimally.
• Develop innovative solutions to optimize processes, products, and systems.
• Collaborate with multi-functional teams to drive technical perfection and project success.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to prevent recurring issues.
• Review designs, processes, and systems to ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Lead testing, experiments, and simulations to validate design concepts and improve performance.
• Provide technical expertise to support the manufacturing process, assisting with production line setup and quality control.
• Demonstrate awareness of electronics and instrumentation, contributing to multidisciplinary projects.
• Work collaboratively in a team environment, ensuring seamless coordination across departments.
• Identify design-for-manufacturability, product enhancement, and cost-reduction opportunities.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives in engineering processes and methodologies.
  
  

Who You Are:

You scan the environment for new technical skills, knowledge, or capabilities that can benefit business or personal performance. You handle and manage crises effectively. You effectively communicate in various settings: one-on-one, small and large groups, or among diverse styles and position levels.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree or equivalent experience in Mechanical Engineering
• validated experience in engineering roles with a strong focus on product design.
• Consistent track record to analyze data, identify patterns, and develop effective solutions.
• Hands-on experience with solving tools, methodologies, and standard processes.
• Experience with design for manufacturability (DFM) and design for assembly (DFA) to optimize production processes.
• Strong knowledge of engineering principles, industry regulations, and quality standards.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently and lead projects effectively.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

• Experience with Hazardous Location Certifications (ATEX, IECEx, CSA, etc.).
• Prior experience working with pneumatic, hydraulic, or electrical valve actuators is preferred.
• Strong understanding of castings, motors, gears, bearings and springs.
• Understanding of CAD tools like Solid Edge, Creo; PLM tools like Teamcenter, Innovia and ERP systems like Oracle. will be 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. We prioritize providing competitive benefits plans, a variety of medical insurance plans, Employee Assistance Program, 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.

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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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