Design Engineer (Product Engineering)

Job Description

If you are a Design Engineer (Product Engineering) professional looking for an opportunity to grow your career, this role offers the chance to work on innovative pressure management solutions within Emerson’s Manchester, UK facility. You will support the development and modification of pressure‑containing products, contribute to engineering analysis, and work closely with cross‑functional teams to deliver reliable, compliant, and high‑quality designs. Experience with valves or similar components is beneficial, as is exposure to regulatory requirements, certifications, and technical file creation. You will thrive in this role if you enjoy solving technical challenges, learn quickly, and want to make an impact in a collaborative, inclusive, and innovative engineering environment. This role is hybrid, with four days per week on-site in Manchester to maintain close connection with the team and facility activities.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Deliver product modifications and new design work by applying sound engineering principles, calculations, and simulation tools such as FEA or CFD.

Support certification and regulatory activities, contributing to complete technical files, engineering documentation, and compliance with applicable standards.

Participate in cost‑reduction and value‑engineering initiatives focused on improving manufacturability, reducing material use, and enhancing product performance.

Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, operations, and commercial teams to ensure designs are effectively transferred to production and aligned with customer and safety requirements.

Support operations by clarifying design intent, updating documentation, and working with various departments to resolve production inquiries.

Use ERP systems to manage Bills of Materials, engineering changes, workflows, and documentation updates.

Contribute to projects through all phases from concept to implementation, ensuring requirements, timelines, and deliverables are met.

Who You Are:

You persist in achieving goals even when faced with challenges and adapt quickly when situations change. You analyze problems deeply, identify root causes, and consider the risks and benefits of various options before making decisions. You communicate clearly and respectfully, building strong working relationships across teams, and you collaborate effectively with colleagues who bring different perspectives. You take accountability, seek opportunities to improve processes, and approach your work with curiosity and integrity.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Experience as a design engineer or mechanical engineer, ideally within an engineering department where you have managed projects end‑to‑end.
• Ability to perform engineering calculations and apply core mechanical engineering principles.
• Experience with or interest in simulation tools such as FEA.
• Exposure to valves, pressure‑containing components, or mechanical assemblies (beneficial but not required).
• Familiarity with certification frameworks, regulatory processes, or technical documentation.
• Strong ability to learn quickly and apply new concepts in a fast‑moving technical environment.
• Experience collaborating with factory or manufacturing teams and understanding how design decisions affect production, quality, and cost.
• Comfort working with ERP systems and supporting cross‑functional engineering and operations needs.
• Strong analytical thinking, problem‑solving skills, and clear communication.
  
  

We welcome applicants who may not meet every qualification listed. If you are excited about this role and have relevant skills and experience, we encourage you to apply and grow with us.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Experience with pressure relief devices, valves, regulators, or similar industrial products.
• Knowledge of regulatory approval processes and requirements, including creating or maintaining technical files.
• Background in materials engineering, especially metals such as stainless steel.
• Experience with design validation tools such as FEA or CFD.
• Familiarity with project management principles and working across multiple departments to deliver project phases successfully.
• Experience in continuous improvement, value engineering, or manufacturing support.
  
  

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.

In our Manchester team, you will collaborate with colleagues across engineering, operations, and commercial functions who are passionate about solving real‑world problems for our customers. You can expect:

• Opportunities to lead and contribute to impactful projects that drive innovation, sustainability, and safety in industrial applications.

Support for your professional development through learning resources, stretch assignments, and access to global expertise.

A people‑first culture that encourages open communication, integrity, and mutual respect.

Consideration for flexible working arrangements where business needs allow, helping you balance work and life.

If this sounds like the next step in your career, we invite you to apply and bring your unique perspective to Emerson.

About Us

WHY EMERSON

Our Commitment to Our People

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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About Emerson

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!

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