Join our team to research, develop, and validate next‑generation electro‑pneumatic servo and process control technology for final control elements, including control valves, actuators, and digital valve controllers. This role blends control theory, modeling, embedded‑adjacent software development, and hands‑on laboratory testing to deliver measurable improvements in system stability, robustness, and performance across diverse industrial applications.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Research, develop, and evaluate new hardware and software solutions that enhance final control element performance.
• Partner with internal teams and customers to understand process and valve control challenges, develop use cases, and translate needs into technical requirements.
• Perform control system analysis for electro‑pneumatic systems to assess stability, robustness, and performance.
• Design, set up, and execute hardware, software, and electronics testing to validate performance across applications.
• Support Device Design, Software, and Service teams by evaluating new features and products and their impact on overall system performance.
• Develop content (intellectual property / patents, methodologies, white papers, articles, training, etc.) for served industries and peers.

Who You Are:
You seek new approaches to solving problems and thoughtfully analyze diverse information to clearly define challenges before developing solutions. You demonstrate initiative and resilience in complex situations, proactively identifying opportunities to improve outcomes. You are comfortable working in a hands‑on laboratory environment and collaborate effectively with others to drive innovation and shared success.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• A bachelor's of science degree in Engineering, or a related STEM field.
• Professional experience applying control theory, modeling, or system analysis in an industrial, research, or development environment.
• Experience conducting technical analysis and experimental validation in hardware and software systems.
• The ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non‑technical audiences.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• 5 years of related work experience
• An advanced degree in a relevant technical discipline.
• Advanced knowledge of control algorithms and system identification, including loop stability, robustness, and performance analysis.
• Strong foundation in control and modeling fundamentals such as transfer functions (Laplace) for mechanical and electronic systems.
• Experience with multivariable control methodologies.
• Proficiency with MATLAB and Simulink.
• Familiarity with analog and digital signal processing.
• Experience working with pneumatic systems.
• Programming experience in one or more of the following languages: C/C++, C#, R, or Python.

Our Culture and 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.

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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.

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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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