Project Engineer / Senior Project Engineer

Emerson•Des Peres, MO

4h•Onsite

About The Position

Emerson Tool Company, based in St. Louis, MO, is seeking a Project Engineer to work as part of a collaborative international team in product design and development. This includes all phases of new product development from conceptualization to production as well as sustaining engineering to maintain current product offerings. You will work in an exciting, multi-functional design environment with a company that financially recognizes patentable contributions. You will support and lead teams consisting of engineers and designers in their design efforts, as well as production support for operations. Our design teams create 3D models of product designs and employ rapid prototyping for testing and validation. We have in house prototyping capabilities as well as a certified UL lab for testing and product validation. We are hands-on engineers who regularly do product tear downs and builds. Emerson Tool Company proudly manufactures RIDGID Wet/Dry Vacs, ProTeam commercial products, and related accessories. This position may be filled at either the Project Engineer or Senior Project Engineer level, depending on the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate. Candidates do not need to determine which level they are applying for. We encourage qualified candidates across the experience range to apply, and the appropriate level will be considered during the selection process.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering
A minimum of 3 years of related engineering and development experience.
Experience with 3D modeling/drafting/CAE.
High level of communication skills both verbal and written. Must be able to interact and connect with multi-functional groups as well as employees and leaders at all levels of the organization.
Able to identify, analyze and tackle engineering problems, sort & differentiate information, formulate, organize & follow step-by-step problem solving, documentation and reporting procedures.
Willingness and ability to travel up to 10%, both domestic and internationally.
Legal authorization to work in the United State - sponsorship will not be provided for this role.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree: MSME, MSEE or an advanced degree/certification in a related field
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or electrical Engineering.
5+ years of experience in engineering. Prior experience in new product development.
Proficient with 3D modeling/drafting/CAE
Plastic design experience including injection, roto and blow molding
3D modeling with Siemens NX and Teamcenter
Product design using FEA and CFD analysis
Previous design experience of power tool products, HVAC Products, or other applicable consumer based products
Track record of production innovation is a plus.

Responsibilities

Work in a multi-functional environment with product managers, industrial designers, marketing, sales and operations to define product requirements and develop final solutions.
Conduct research and development activities to explore new technologies and incorporate them in products.
Conceive ideas, create concepts, and design, prototype, and develop innovative solutions to enhance existing products or processes, ensuring they meet performance and quality standards.
Stay up to date with the latest advancements and trends in the field through continuous learning and competition analysis.
Assist in the development and execution of intellectual property strategies, including patent applications.
Establish project budgets, plan staffing and schedule projects to meet required completion dates with efficiency while using engineering resources.
Review, evaluate and report project status in written and verbal form on a regular basis; recommend changes in procedures or objectives as required.
Identify, analyze, and implement cost reductions.
Provide support to sustaining engineering to maintain current products /resolve production issues.
Monitor prototype construction, laboratory testing, and agency testing/approvals during the evolution of the product design.
Use of various hand and full-size power tools.