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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.\nThis position may be filled at either the Project Engineer or Senior Project Engineer level, depending on the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate.\nCandidates 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\nIn This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:\nYou work in a multi-functional environment with product managers, industrial designers, marketing, sales and operations to define product requirements and develop final solutions.\nYou will conduct research and development activities to explore new technologies and incorporate them in products.\nYou will conceive ideas, create concepts, and design, prototype, and develop innovative solutions to enhance existing products or processes, ensuring they meet performance and quality standards.\nYou will stay up to date with the latest advancements and trends in the field through continuous learning and competition analysis.\nYou will assist in the development and execution of intellectual property strategies, including patent applications.\nYou will establish project budgets, plan staffing and schedule projects to meet required completion dates with efficiency while using engineering resources.\nYou will review, evaluate and report project status in written and verbal form on a regular basis; recommend changes in procedures or objectives as required.\nYou will identify, analyze, and implement cost reductions.\nYou will provide support to sustaining engineering to maintain current products /resolve production issues.\nYou will monitor prototype construction, laboratory testing, and agency testing/approvals during the evolution of the product design.\nUse of various hand and full-size power tools.\nWho You Are:\nYou introduce new ways of looking at problems. You encourage diverse thinking to promote and cultivate innovation. You push yourself and help others achieve results. You maintain a track record of exceeding goals optimally. You follow through on commitments and make sure others do the same. You extract lessons learned from previous failures and mistakes.\nFor This Role, You Will Need:\nBachelor’s degree in engineering\nA minimum of 3 years of related engineering and development experience.\nExperience with 3D modeling/drafting/CAE.\nHigh 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.\nAble to identify, analyze and tackle engineering problems, sort & differentiate information, formulate, organize & follow step-by-step problem solving, documentation and reporting procedures.\nWillingness and ability to travel up to 10%, both domestic and internationally.\nLegal authorization to work in the United State - sponsorship will not be provided for this role.\nPreferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:\nMaster’s degree: MSME, MSEE or an advanced degree/certification in a related fieldBachelor’s degree in Mechanical or electrical Engineering.\n\n5+ years of experience in engineering. Prior experience in new product development.\nProficient with 3D modeling/drafting/CAE\nPlastic design experience including injection, roto and blow molding\n3D modeling with Siemens NX and Teamcenter\nProduct design using FEA and CFD analysis\nPrevious design experience of power tool products, HVAC Products, or other applicable consumer based products\nTrack record of production innovation is a plus.\nOur Culture and Commitment To You:\nAt Emerson, we recognize that our people are our greatest strength. We are committed to creating an environment where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to do their best work.\nWe offer competitive and flexible benefits designed to support your physical, mental, financial, and social well-being, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, an Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition programs, and more. Our commitment to work-life balance includes flexible time off, paid parental leave, vacation, and company holidays.\nAt Emerson, we foster a culture of respect, inclusion, and collaboration where diverse experiences and perspectives drive innovation and business success. We believe that an inclusive workplace encourages the exchange of ideas, strengthens decision-making, and helps us create better solutions for our customers and communities.\nWe are equally committed to professional development and lifelong learning. 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