Sustaining Engineer
Software Engineering
France · Łódź, Poland
We have a great opportunity to join Emerson as our Sustaining Engineer, you will play a key role in supporting the lifecycle of existing products by providing engineering expertise related to product design, material selection, product changes, qualification, and optimization. In this role, you will collaborate closely with Design Engineering, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Testing Laboratories to ensure products meet quality, reliability, performance, and cost objectives. You will drive product improvements, support change management processes, and contribute to global engineering initiatives that enhance product competitiveness and customer satisfaction.
If you are a technically minded and solution-oriented engineer who enjoys solving complex product challenges and driving continuous improvement. You this opportunity is for you!
By joining us as a Sustaining Engineer this role can be a strong foundation for your future career within Emerson. We encourage advancement and offer tangible development opportunities!
- Provide engineering support to global business functions in matters related to product design, performance, reliability, and technical problem-solving.
- Support Supply Chain activities through the evaluation, qualification, and implementation of existing and new materials and components.
- Collaborate closely with Design Laboratories to define, execute, and evaluate product, component, and material testing activities.
- Identify alternative materials and components, assess their suitability, and support implementation initiatives that improve product availability, quality, and cost competitiveness.
- Develop and implement product optimization initiatives focused on cost reduction, manufacturing efficiency, functionality, performance, reliability, and product lifecycle improvement.
- Lead and support engineering change management processes, including the formal initiation, evaluation, documentation, and implementation of product and component changes.
- Analyze technical data, manufacturing processes, and product performance to identify opportunities for continuous improvement and risk reduction.
- Participate in cross-functional and international projects as both a project team member and project leader, ensuring successful execution of engineering deliverables.
- Provide technical recommendations based on engineering analysis, testing results, and industry best practices to support informed business decisions.
You are a technically minded and solution-oriented engineer who enjoys solving complex product challenges and driving continuous improvement. You combine strong analytical skills with practical engineering knowledge to evaluate product performance, materials, and manufacturing processes. You work effectively across global teams, communicate technical information clearly, and thrive in environments where innovation, quality, and collaboration are essential to success.
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, preferably in Materials Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Fluid Mechanics, or a related technical discipline.
Minimum 3 years of experience in a similar engineering role supporting product development, sustaining engineering, or product optimization activities.
Excellent ability to read and interpret technical drawings, engineering specifications, and technical documentation.
Knowledge and practical experience with measurement tools and engineering validation methods.
Strong understanding of material science, including metals, elastomers, and plastics.
Knowledge of manufacturing technologies and production processes, including machining, casting, and injection molding.
Very good command of English, both written and spoken, allowing effective communication within a global organization.
Willingness to travel domestically and internationally when required.
Experience supporting product qualification, validation, and testing activities.
Familiarity with engineering change management (ECN/ECO) processes.
Experience working in a global manufacturing environment.
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with a structured approach to root cause analysis.
Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and work under deadlines.
Strong collaboration skills with the ability to work independently and within cross-functional teams.
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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.
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We have a great opportunity to join Emerson as our Sustaining Engineer, you will play a key role in supporting the lifecycle of existing products by providing engineering expertise related to product design, material selection, product changes, qualification, and optimization. In this role, you will collaborate closely with Design Engineering, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Testing Laboratories to ensure products meet quality, reliability, performance, and cost objectives. You will drive product improvements, support change management processes, and contribute to global engineering initiatives that enhance product competitiveness and customer satisfaction.