Want to work with the best and brightest in a company that takes on challenges that have never been done before? Emerson is looking to add a Test & Evaluation Engineer Co-Op (May 2025- December 2025) to our Marshalltown, IA location.  We are looking for students who are interested in gaining real-world experience in a dynamic, collaborative environment. 

This position requires high attention to both detail and safety. Applicants must be comfortable working with high pressure, power tools, chemicals, sample prep equipment, and a wide range of analytical instruments. On the job training will be provided but having prior experience is much preferred!

In this Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be: 

Develop expertise in control valve, instrument, and materials test methods and participate in continuous improvement of test technology. Work with Simulation, Design, and Product Engineering groups as part of a multi-functional team to determine testing requirements.  Conduct lab evaluations for the Materials Engineering team. Develop and complete test plans in cooperation with internal design teams and external customers. Assemble test units, install measurement instrumentation, and set up data acquisition systems.  Evaluate experimental data and prepare engineering reports that include analysis, conclusions, and recommendations. Update company-wide standards and web pages.  Use LabVIEW, FlexLogger, DIAdem, DeltaV, VBA, and/or MS Visual Studio software for the implementation of automated systems that could consist of process or report automation, physical hardware setup, or data analysis. Collaborate in an agile team environment to efficiently conduct testing.

Who You Are: 

You try different solutions for problems and learn from the results. You stay aligned with your goals and stay productive. You focus on creating an effective collaborative style. You prepare content for communication that is impactful.

For This Role You Will Need: 

Currently enrolled in an accredited college/university Major(s): Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Nuclear Engineering or Materials Engineering Completion of the following courses is required for this position: Statics and Mechanics of Materials Hands-on mechanical proficiency and experience Commitment to full-time (40 hour) Summer/Fall (May 2025- December 2025) Co-op experience in Marshalltown, IA.  Legal authorization to work in the United States. Sponsorship will not be provided for this position.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart: 

GPA: 3.0 Minimum year in school: Junior

Additional Information:
At Emerson’s Marshalltown location we offer GREAT benefits to our co-ops:

Competitive salaries FULL Holiday pay Corporate apartment options 401(k) Insurance options A formal co-op program focused on growing students’ experience in organizational knowledge and diversity, teamwork & leadership development, professional development, and corporate citizenship.

Our Offer To You:

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing and know that to do your best you must have 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, profit sharing, tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. 

Our culture prioritizes work-life balance and offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

At Emerson, we are committed to fostering a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their unique experiences and perspectives. We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas and diversity of thoughts, that inspires innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers.

This philosophy is fundamental to living our company’s values and our responsibility to leave the world in a better place. Learn more about our Culture & Values and about Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Emerson.

Our training programs and initiatives focus on end-to-end development, from onboarding through senior leadership. We provide a wide range of development opportunities, including face-to-face and virtual training, mentorship and coaching, project management, and on-the-job training.

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