Lead Engineer - Real-Time Scheduling

In this critical role, you will support our global Life Sciences Professional Services team to implement Emerson’s Real-Time Scheduling (RTS) / Discrete Event Simulation (DES) solutions to develop finite scheduling, debottlenecking, and capacity analysis of complex manufacturing processes. You will guide our Life Sciences industry customers through best practices, support software deployment, and, ultimately, help optimize their critical manufacturing operations. If this sounds like an interesting job for you, then join our team at Emerson!

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

•  Use discrete event simulation to model complex manufacturing processes, including debottlenecking and capacity engineering.
• Apply consultative skills in customer-facing meetings to understand processes and integrate diverse data sources into RTS software.
• Develop algorithms for design of experiments, data visualization, optimization, and efficiency improvements.
• Implement and support RTS software, collaborating with clients to incorporate upgrades and enhancements.
• Partner with Technology teams on product testing and feature development.
• Deliver projects within budget and timelines while ensuring customer satisfaction.

Who You Are:

You analyze diverse sources of information to accurately define problems before moving to solutions. You make sound decisions even when faced with uncertainty and incomplete data. You build strong relationships and align the interests of multiple stakeholders to achieve shared goals. You adapt quickly to changing priorities and maintain focus on delivering results that create value for customers and the organization.

For this Role, You Will Need:

• Bachelor’s degree, with minimum 5 years of relevant experience.
• Proficiency with discrete event simulation tools (e.g., FlexSim, Simio, Technomatix).
• Strong understanding of probability and statistics.
• Ability to independently develop programmatic software solutions for novel problems (e.g., C#, C++).
• Experience with mathematical modeling and scripting languages (e.g., VBA, Python, Matlab).
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for customer interactions.
• Availability to travel across Europe for short or extended assignments (up to 15%).
• Proficient in English and German (written and spoken).

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

• Experience in the Life Sciences manufacturing industry.
•  Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies.
•  Demonstrated success working collaboratively in both leadership and individual contributor roles.

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

At Emerson, we believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation and better outcomes for our customers, communities, and teams. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, included, and empowered to contribute their best work.

We support continuous learning, career development, and professional growth through mentorship, training, collaborative projects, and leadership opportunities. We encourage curiosity, innovation, and teamwork while providing the flexibility and support employees need to thrive personally and professionally.

By joining Emerson, you will become part of a global organization dedicated to solving meaningful challenges, delivering impactful solutions, and creating a positive experience for colleagues and customers worldwide.