Emerson has an exciting opportunity for a visionary leader to direct our Product Evaluation organization, located in Marshalltown, Iowa. The Director, Product Evaluation is a key member of the Flow Controls Technology Leadership Team, providing strategic direction and operational leadership to the Test and Evaluation, Simulation, and Materials teams. These teams deliver critical engineering services that support New Product Development, Sustaining Engineering, and Supply Chain initiatives across the Emerson Flow Controls organization.

In this role, you will develop technology roadmaps, ensure resource alignment for current and future needs, and oversee the budget and operations of our world-class flow testing and materials evaluation facilities. You will also manage the capital investment plan for these facilities. Additionally, you will coordinate the technical community across engineering business units, focusing on technical progression, training, and engineering development.

A critical aspect of this role is aligning organizational priorities across multiple teams and clearly communicating these priorities to ensure all stakeholders are focused on shared objectives. You will be responsible for translating strategic goals into actionable plans, fostering transparency, and ensuring that teams understand how their work contributes to the broader mission of Emerson Flow Controls.

In this Role Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Provide strategic leadership to the Flow Controls Test and Evaluation, Simulation, and Materials teams across global locations in Marshalltown, IA and Wuqing, China.
• Develop and execute technology roadmaps to support organizational growth and innovation.
• Ensure teams deliver prioritized, responsive support for critical New Product Development, Sustaining Engineering, and Supply Chain development programs.
• Align and communicate organizational priorities, ensuring clarity and engagement across all levels of the organization.
• Utilize automation, process improvements, and strategic investments to develop capacity in Testing, Materials, and Simulation.
• Oversee the operations and budget of flow testing and materials evaluation facilities; manage capital investment plans.
• Coordinate technical community initiatives across engineering business units, emphasizing technical career planning, development, and recognition.
• Collaborate with global engineering teams and internal customers to align priorities and deliver results.
• Create a culture of safety and operational excellence within all facilities and teams.

Who you Are:

You establish common objectives and a shared mindset across diverse teams. You persist in accomplishing objectives despite obstacles and setbacks. You remain energized and effective when faced with ambiguity and uncertainty. You maintain a positive, forward-thinking approach and inspire others to achieve excellence. You are an effective communicator, able to translate complex strategies into clear, actionable plans for your teams.

For this Role You Will Need:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Engineering Management, or a related field.
• Clear, compelling, and concise written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational, planning, and problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop technical teams.
• Minimum of 10 years of technical experience in engineering, research, or operations.
• At least 5 years of management experience, including direct leadership of technical teams.

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

• Advanced degree in Engineering, Materials Science, or a related discipline.
• Experience managing capital projects and technical facilities.
• Track record of driving innovation and process improvement with demonstrated experience managing people leaders, including setting development plans and coaching leaders within your organization.
• Proven ability to build leadership capability and foster a culture of continuous development and recognition.
• Ability to travel up to 10% and work with international teams.

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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 can 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 your family's physical, mental, and 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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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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