Lead Engineer Utility

Ready to shape the future of intelligent tools for the utility industry As a Lead Engineer Utility in Rockford IL or Elyria OH youll act as the link between the needs of utility customers and innovative high-voltage test and measurement solutions. Your expertise in power transmission and distribution will provide valuable insights that drive product direction. Youll provide technical guidance on utility tools such as battery-hydraulic cutters and crimpers and test and measurement tools such as voltmeters phasing tools voltage detectors and dielectric testers and support training and demos. Working closely with product managers design engineers and embedded systems developers as well as directly with our customers your impact will be immediate and lasting helping deliver solutions utility pros trust!

Emersons 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 BE TO:

• Serve as the technical authority for the utility product category acting as the primary technical contact for all questions issues and decisions related to that category.
• Partner closely with Product Management to align on category strategy identify emerging trends and translate customer needs into actionable product-level requirements for both new and existing products.
• Conduct field visits and collaborate directly with end users distributors and service teams to stay informed of product performance market trends and unmet customer needs.
• Develop and maintain global category-specific validation standards including internal test methods procedures and pass/fail criteria ensuring consistent evaluation of product designs across all projects.
• Ensure designs are consistent with category standards leveraging learnings from past projects and validating performance through analysis and testing.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineers and technicians fostering sound engineering judgment and adherence to category standards and best practices.
• Drive sustaining engineering activities within the category by leading root cause analysis developing corrective actions and ensuring lessons learned are incorporated into future designs.
• Maintain awareness of relevant industry standards technologies and materials incorporating these advancements into future category development.
• Represent the product category in cross-functional reviews ensuring alignment and integration across mechanical electrical software and manufacturing disciplines.

WHO YOU ARE:
You readily take action on challenges without unnecessary planning. You work cooperatively 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 stakeholder requirements expectations and needs.

FOR THIS ROLE YOU WILL NEED:

• Bachelors degree in Engineering Physics or related technical field.
• 8 years of professional experience in Engineering with a minimum of 5 years of experience with power transmission and distribution systems including overhead and underground utility equipment.
• Hands-on experience using or supporting test and measurement equipment in utility or industrial field applications.
• Strong communication skills.
• Willing to travel up to 50% to engage utility customers.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States sponsorship will not be provided.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS THAT SET YOU APART:

• Experience engaging customers through training technical demonstrations field support or speaking at industry events.
• Familiarity with utility industry practices problem solving approaches and safety protocols.
• Knowledge of compliance standards and qualification procedures for high-voltage safety equipment (e.g. OSHA IEC ANSI/IEEE standards).
• Deep understanding of electric and magnetic field theory and its application to high-voltage safety and measurement.
• Experience with embedded systems sensors or wearable electronics from a user perspective.
• Familiarity with functional safety principles and safety-critical design considerations for high-voltage environments.

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 perspectivesbecause we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures that 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 that 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 benefit plans to meet you and your familys 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.

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 $100000 - 130000 annually commensurate with the skills talent capabilities and experience each candidate brings to a role.

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