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Phenomenal engineers are hard to find. We’re giving them a place to thrive. If you love what you do, it makes every day better. At Emerson Professional Tools, we strive to build a work environment where ideas are celebrated, and talent is rewarded!
We are seeking a Senior Engineer, Electrical with an opportunity to have a significant impact on the business. Based in * Elyria, OH or Rockford, IL. * You’ll apply the latest technologies, equipment, and research facilities to bring your ideas to life. Your responsibilities will consist of product research, development, and sustainment. This role is encouraged to champion technology that enables sophisticated features and solutions to improve customer experience and drive growth. Because of the nature of the technology and need for constant exploration in this growing space, this position has a hands-on, research and development focus.
Emerson’s global Professional Tools business is an equal opportunity employer, offering the broadest portfolio of reliable tools and technologies for those working in mechanical, electrical, utility, and plumbing trades! With unparalleled expertise from RIDGID, Greenlee, HDE, and Klauke, we deliver tools our customers trust to handle their toughest challenges.
In this Role, Your Responsibilities Will:
Design, develop, and sustain high-voltage test and measurement tools for use in the power transmission and distribution industry including voltmeters, phasers, voltage indicators and detectors, wearable devices, transformers and dielectric testers, etc.
Lead system design, including architecture design and system requirements development.
Carry out circuit design, PCB layout, and apply design techniques like simulation, analysis, and consistency to relevant standards.
Define, plan, and coordinate development, product qualification, safety, and regulatory compliance testing.
Conduct concept feasibility assessments and technical risk evaluations for new products.
Evaluate new and emerging technologies.
Provide technical leadership and mentoring for junior engineers, including hands-on fixing, and debugging.
Ensure flawless transition from development to production by crafting manufacturing and test specifications, supporting design for manufacturability, and collaborating with suppliers.
Support field investigations, manufacturing, and supply chain issue resolution throughout the product lifecycle.
Collaborate multi-functionally with firmware, software, mechanical, regulatory compliance, and manufacturing teams.
Who You Are:
You readily action new challenges, without unnecessary planning. You work collaboratively with others across the organization to achieve shared objectives. You break down objectives into appropriate initiatives and actions. You follow through on commitments. You understand internal and external collaborator requirements, expectations, and needs.
For This Role, You Will Need:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in electrical engineering, electronics engineering, or a related field.
5 + years proven ability with electrical engineering for product design.
Legal authorization to work in the United States—sponsorship will not be provided for this role.
Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:
Competency in PCB layout, circuit design, and schematic comprehension related to high-voltage test and measurement instruments.
Knowledge in electric and magnetic field theory.
Knowledge in grid infrastructure, overhead and underground equipment, standard work practices, and problem-solving within the electric utility industry.
Solid understanding of test equipment, measurement techniques, and qualification procedures for high-voltage safety and compliance.
Expertise in high-voltage test and measurement applications, including custom or standardized sensing technologies and system-level integration.
Experience crafting wearable electronic devices.
Development of sophisticated EMF sensors for personal voltage detection and field measurement.
Strong background in signal processing algorithms (e.g., power frequency detection, phasing, noise filtering, hazard differentiation, adaptive sensitivity, etc.).
Knowledge of functional safety principles and safety-critical system design for high-voltage environments.
Familiarity with electrical safety and EMC compliance standards (UL, CSA, CE, FCC, IEC).
Experience with electronics reliability modeling and rugged environmental design, including resiliency to noise and arcing within high voltage environments.
Hands-on experience with rechargeable battery-powered systems, including low-power optimization for wearable applications.
Design experience with mass-produced electronics (PCBAs, cable assemblies, etc.).
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 flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, 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.
Learn more about our Culture & Values (https://www.emerson.com/en-us/perspectives/culture-and-values) .
Compensation Statement: Our compensation philosophy is simple: we pay a competitive base salary, within the local market in which we operate, and reward performance during our annual merit review process. The salary range for this role is $85,000 - $125,000 annually, commensurate with the skills, talent, capabilities, and experience each candidate brings to a role.
We’re not limited by geographic location. As part of the Professional Tools team, you’ll have the opportunity to work in either Rockford, Illinois or Elyria, Ohio, depending on the position. Both locations offer the charm of a small town with the conveniences of a city. Located in Northeast Ohio about 30 miles from Cleveland, Elyria offers a diverse range of outdoor recreational activities, including boating, fishing, hiking and access to world-class Metroparks and the Lake Erie Shores & Islands. Elyria's low cost of living, excellent schools and proximity to the Great Lakes make it an ideal place to call home! Rockford is located about 1.5 hours from the Chicago metropolitan area. Known as the Forest City, Rockford residents have their pick of natural gardens and arboretums to explore. Affordable housing, great cultural attractions, excellent public and private schools, and great outdoor spaces make Rockford a highly desirable area.
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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.
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
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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Requisition ID : 25015911
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.