Materials Engineering Co-op

Posted on 9/9/2025

Emerson Electric

Emerson Electric

No salary listed

Iowa, USA

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Are you an independent, self-starter, university student with Materials Engineering Lab experience? Do you have attention to detail in project management & technical writing, and can take direction from senior team members? If so, we are looking for you! Our open position in Marshalltown, IA will support the needs of a Materials Engineering team, with focus on lab work set in an R&D environment. 
 
In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:
  • Work independently and efficiently in order to complete work as assigned
  • Lab evaluations: liquid penetrant testing, welding monitoring, use of tensile and compression testing apparatus, hardness/micro-hardness evaluation, corrosion testing, metallography, sectioning, coating thickness evaluation, compositional analysis 
  • Document laboratory results and accurately convey results to requestors, accurately describing test procedures and/or failure analysis mechanisms
  • Revise company standards
  • Support Engineering Change Management work processes
  • Update web pages
Who You Are:
  • You balance planning with actions. You solicit both input and discussion. You focus on priorities and set stretch goals.
     
For This Role, You Will Need:
  • Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Materials Engineering, Polymers Engineering, or closely related field  
  • GPA: Minimum 3.0 
  • Status: Junior or Senior standing preferred, Sophomores who have completed Materials Characterization course may be considered 
  • Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills, organizational skills and good interpersonal skills.  
Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:
  • Completion of introductory materials engineering coursework preferred
  • Junior or Senior Standing 
Our Culture & Commitment 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, 401(k), 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.