Mechanical Engineer - Turbine Mechanical Solutions
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Description
If you are an engineering professional who enjoys hands-on work and wants to grow your design capabilities, this is an excellent opportunity to make an impact. Based in Amherst, Wisconsin , you will support hydropower and turbine projects across North Americahelping design, refine, and deliver mechanical solutions used in real-world power generation environments.
This role is ideal for someone with strong mechanical aptitude or machine shop experience who is motivated to develop their skills designing mechanical equipment.
Emerson Power & Water Solutions is an industry-leading controls automation business serving renewable (solar, hydro, wind), fossil (natural gas and coal) power generation, and water/wastewater industries. We specialize in modernizing plant control systems with advanced automation and instrumentation to support sustainability and infrastructure reliability.
In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:
Support the design and execution of mechanical solutions for hydroelectric power and turbine systems
Create and interpret mechanical drawings, including fits, tolerances, and assembly details
Build 3D models and 2D drawings using tools such as Inventor, Fusion360, or AutoCAD
Collaborate with fabrication teams, vendors, and field personnel to bring designs to life
Apply practical knowledge from shop or field environments to solve engineering challenges
Travel occasionally to customer sites, including hydropower plants, to support installations and project execution
Who You Are:
You adapt your approach to meet the needs of different situations and stakeholders. You build collaboration that allows teams across engineering, shop, and field environments to achieve shared objectives. You break down complex challenges into practical actions and solutions. You consistently look for opportunities that create value for customers and improve outcomes.
For This Role, You Will Need:
Bachelors degree in Mechanical or Electro-Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent hands-on experience
Demonstrated mechanical aptitude, including experience working with tools, equipment, or machinery
Exposure to a machine shop, fabrication environment, or hands-on mechanical work
Interest and motivation to design mechanical equipment and systems
Ability to work across office, shop, and field settings
Willingness to travel up to 30% within North America
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship
Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:
Experience supporting hydroelectric, turbine, or rotating equipment projects
Familiarity with fabrication methods, welding, or mechanical assembly
Experience translating real-world measurements or field data into design updates
Exposure to installation support, commissioning, or retrofit work
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 perspectivesbecause 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 familys 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.
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