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Administers and leads the global Product and Materials Compliance Programs in this exciting opportunity by planning, leading, and implementing various Enterprise initiatives as directed by the Product Environmental Compliance Director. This role will continue to build a collaborative environment as we offer our teams the creativity, efficiency, mentorship, and tools necessary for troubleshooting. We offer a competitive benefit including a hybrid work environment option and promote a healthy work life balance. This role requires technical/engineering expertise to interpret the requirements defined in global Substance/Materials and Ecodesign laws, resolving the impact on product design and materials, and lead programs that support business compliance.

In this Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Develops and promotes the critical initiatives of the global Materials Compliance Programs in collaboration with Director, by leading and implementing projects on a global level, including:

• PFAS

• US TSCA substances

• EU RoHS substances with exemptions and exclusions

• Stockholm Convention and Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs)

• Global microplastics, phthalates, flame retardants, polymer additives, lead, etc.

• Other substances as they arise in policy and/or legislation.

• Stays abreast of current and emerging substance and material restriction laws including EU, UK, Korea and India REACH, global RoHS, US TSCA, Japan CSCL, UN Plastics Treaty, EU Chemicals Strategy for Sustainability, Ecodesign for Sustainable Products (ESPR), etc.;

• Supplies critical planning and roadmap development efforts to support the Emerson legal team;

• Establishes and implements a communication strategy with project partners;

• Support the development of legal standards for the businesses to align with global Ecodesign and materials/substances restriction laws.

• Educate business functional teams including engineering, compliance, and supply chain on ecodesign and material/substance restriction standards by developing and delivering training sessions, webinars, and in-person meetings;

• Support the PEC Self-Assessment process

• Collaborate with the Materials Environmental Compliance (MEC) Team in Manila on new substance restrictions and work with in-house legal team to develop standard customer response letters;

• Support “design for compliance” by supplying the New Product Development process and working with business engineering teams to support technical interpretation of the requirements

• Maintains collaborative working relationships with PEC Business Leaders, Business Unit Contacts, Legal Entities (Gatekeepers), IT team members, 3rd-party suppliers and other functions and assists as needed in the development of projects and pursuits;

• Proactively and independently resolves complex challenges where precedent may not exist; and we believe in working in an inclusive environment.

• Identifies and advances strategic improvement opportunities and other tasks as assigned; allows working in a hybrid work option.

• May coach team members in leading and developing them; and coordinate a collaborative environment.

• Drives team building, engagement, and culture change initiatives, allowing the opportunity to grow.

Who You Are:

You understand internal and external customers requirements, expectations, and needs. You readily take action on challenges, without unnecessary planning. You persist in accomplishing objectives despite obstacles and setbacks. You work cooperatively with others across the organization to achieve shared objectives. You follow through on commitments.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials/Polymer Science, or Chemistry

• Seven (7) years of relevant work experience in engineering

• Two (2) years of relevant work experience in Product Environmental Compliance and/or sustainability

• Strong engineering background with product development experience, a solid understanding of supply chain procedures and practices, and understanding of manufacturing processes

• Strong global environmental legislation knowledge on substance restriction laws including global REACH, global RoHS, US TSCA, PFAS and other similar laws

• Excellent oral and written English language skills

• Able to communicate effectively at all levels in the organization and multi-cultural environment.

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

• Process improvement leadership experience is a plus

• Project management experience is a plus

• Master’s degree in engineering or business is a plus

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, 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.

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 (https://www.emerson.com/en-us/perspectives/culture-and-values) and about Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Emerson (https://www.emerson.com/en-us/careers/diversity-and-inclusion) .

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.

Our compensation philosophy is simple: we pay a competitive base salary, within the local market in which we operate, and reward performance during the annual merit review process. The salary range for this role is $100,300 - $125.600, commensurate with the skills, talent, capabilities, and experience each candidate brings to this role

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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.

Work Authorization

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

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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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Requisition ID : 24007096

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.