Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Emerson Tool Company, located in St. Louis, MO, is seeking a Senior/Mechanical Design Engineer to join our collaborative international team focused on product design and development. In this role, you will contribute to all stages of new product development—from early ideation through production—as well as provide sustaining engineering support for existing product lines. You will work in a hands‑on, multi‑functional environment that values curiosity, innovation, and learning. Our teams design 3D models, build and evaluate prototypes, and leverage our in‑house rapid prototyping and certified UL lab capabilities. Emerson Tool Company proudly manufactures RIDGID® Wet/Dry Vacs, ProTeam® commercial products, and related accessories.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Collaborate with product managers, industrial designers, marketing, sales, and operations to define product requirements and deliver high‑quality solutions.

• Conduct research and development activities to explore emerging technologies and incorporate them into products.

• Conceive ideas, create concepts, and design, prototype, and develop solutions that enhance product performance, quality, and customer value.

• Stay informed on advancements, trends, and competitive products through continuous learning and analysis.

• Support the creation and execution of intellectual property strategies, including contributions to patent applications.

• Establish project budgets, plan staffing needs, and schedule work to meet project timelines efficiently.

• Provide written and verbal project updates while identifying opportunities to improve processes or objectives.

• Identify, analyze, and implement cost‑reduction initiatives.

• Support sustaining engineering efforts and partner with operations to resolve product or production issues.

• Monitor prototype builds, laboratory testing, and agency qualification activities throughout product development.

Who You Are:

You bring curiosity and a willingness to explore new approaches when solving problems. You encourage collaboration and diverse thinking to arrive at the best solutions and help others succeed. You set ambitious goals and consistently deliver results through focus and discipline. You take ownership, honor commitments, and learn from challenges to continuously improve your work and the work of your team.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

• 5+ years of experience in research, development, or engineering, including work in new product development.

• Experience with 3D modeling, drafting, or CAE tools.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage effectively across multi‑functional teams and all organizational levels.

• Ability to identify, analyze, and solve engineering challenges using structured problem‑solving and documentation methods.

• Comfort using hand tools and full‑size power tools during prototyping and testing.

• Ability to travel domestically and internationally.

• Legal authorization to work in the United States; Emerson does not offer sponsorship for this position.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related advanced field.

• 7+ years of engineering experience, with a strong background in new product development.

• Proficiency in 3D modeling/drafting/CAE platforms such as Siemens NX and Teamcenter.

• Experience in one or more of the following:

– Plastic part manufacturing, including injection molding and extrusion

– Fluid dynamics analysis and simulation

– Finite element analysis and failure analysis

– Acoustic analysis and sound quality optimization

– Testing and refinement of consumer appliances

• Previous design experience in power tools, HVAC equipment, or other consumer products.

• Demonstrated record of product innovation.

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.

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.

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