Application Engineering Manager

at Emerson in East Dundee, Illinois, United States

Job Description

The Application Engineering Manager is responsible for leading the application engineering team to support the commercial sales team in the technical application of Branson products. The individual in this role will oversee the daily activities of our Application Engineers, who review customers’ technical needs and recommend solutions, and inspire a culture of innovation towards new solutions for customers’ challenges. In addition to driving Emerson goals, the Application Engineering Manager will work to develop talent and ensure quality.

IN THIS ROLE, YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL BE:

+ Assemble machinery and equipment based on technical drawings and specifications.

+ Assemble machinery and equipment based on technical drawings and specifications.

+ Provide support and training to the engineering team responsible for application engineering.

+ Build and maintain the team’s expertise on Branson equipment and their applications.

+ Ensure uniform and quality practices within the group, including feasibility studies, lab procedures, and other documentation.

+ Support customer approval of tooling and application development (run-offs, customer visits and customer site visits).

+ Support sales and marketing events (seminar, trade shows, training, etc.).

+ Develop and maintain performance indicators to ensure high standards of performance and minimal lead-time.

+ Support manufacturing, R&D, tooling engineering, sale representatives, and customers with technical information, which may include supplier and customer visits.

+ Maintain awareness of competitive products and developments.

+ Develop talent, mentoring, and coaching including designing employee training programs, building succession plans and crafting an internal promotion process.

+ Own costing estimates for tool and system quotations.

+ Handle special projects or tasks as assigned by management.

WHO YOU ARE: You are an effective leader who efficiently directs teams, mentors staff, and develops training programs. You have a strong track record in implementing consistent quality practices, overseeing feasibility studies, and maintaining thorough documentation. You excel in managing complexity across varied operational environments, optimizing workflows, and establishing performance metrics to ensure efficiency and high standards. Your excellent communication skills enable seamless collaboration with stakeholders, ensuring adaptive responses to challenges and successful project execution.

For This Role, You Will Need:

+ Bachelor’s degree in engineering

+ 2+ years’ experience managing an engineering, application, or process team

+ Extensive experience with 3D CAD (Solidworks, NX, SolidEdge, etc.)

+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills

+ Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

+ Physically capable of transporting materials and tools weighing up to 50 pounds

+ Willingness to travel (up to 25%), both domestic and international

OUR OFFER TO YOU:

Flexible Work Schedule – Remote Work Option:

This role has the flexibility of a remote work option up to three days a week. Our teams work together to ensure our chosen work schedules enable our creativity and efficiency as we serve the needs of our customers .

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing and know that to do your best you must have flexible, competitive benefit 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 prioritizes work-life balance and offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

At Emerson, we are committed to fostering a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their unique experiences and perspectives. We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas and diversity of thoughts, that inspire innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers.

The philosophy is fundamental to living our company’s values and our responsibility to leave the world in a better place. Learn more about our Culture & Values (https://www.emerson.com/en-us/perspectives/culture-and-values) and about Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion at Emerson (https://www.emerson.com/en-us/careers/diversity-and-inclusion) .

Our training programs and initiatives focus on end-to end development, from onboarding through senior leadership. We provide a wide range of development opportunities, including face-to-face and virtual training, mentorship, and coaching, project management, and on-the-job training.

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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 establi