Senior Systems Engineer Valve Technology

Location: LUGAGNANO VAL D'ARDA, EMILIA ROMAGNA, Italy

If you are a Senior Systems Engineer professional looking for an opportunity to grow your career, this role offers the chance to lead systems engineering activities for TOV and C‑Ball valves across the full product lifecycle, including New Product Development (NPD), NTD, Configuration Management and Sustaining.  

Based in Lugagnano Val d’Arda, Italy, you will report to the Engineering Director and collaborate with Product Leadership, Program Management, Mechanical Design, Materials, and Test & Validation teams, as well as colleagues across Europe to drive high‑quality, innovative product solutions.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Provide technical ownership of programs and serve as the primary technical interface.
• Translate customer and business needs into system requirements, architectures, and structured engineering plans (BPRS, SyRS, PBS, WBS, SEMP).
• Lead MBSE-driven system design, concept evaluation, and architecture selection aligned with product strategy.
• Coordinate engineering resources, set project goals, and ensure progress toward program milestones.
• Oversee system architecture, interfaces, requirements flow‑down, and verification/validation across all NPD phases.
• Ensure adherence to product development processes, including technical reviews and compliance with regulations.
• Communicate program status, risks, and technical updates to leadership and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with procurement, suppliers, and customers to support technical evaluations and solution development.
• Drive issue resolution, root-cause analysis, corrective actions, and continuous improvement.
• Support cross‑functional activities such as audits, workshops, manufacturing support, and creation of product documentation.

Who You Are:
You analyze information thoughtfully, communicate with clarity, and adapt quickly when conditions change. You encourage diverse thinking, follow through on commitments, and collaborate effectively across teams. You learn quickly in new situations and approach challenges with a practical, solution-focused mindset.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• University degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Energy, Chemical Engineering, or related field.

• Around 5 years of experience in systems engineering, mechanical design, or similar technical roles with proven ability to lead technical projects and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with experience using structured methods such as FMEA, Root‑Cause Analysis, or statistical tools.

• Ability to manage multiple engineering activities in a fast‑paced, global environment and drive process improvements.

• Effective communication skills and the ability to present technical information clearly to various audiences.

• Proficiency with engineering and productivity tools (e.g., Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Power BI).

• English proficiency and ability to travel internationally as required.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Experience with industrial valves (TOV, C‑Ball), testing, verification, and validation.

• Knowledge of relevant valve standards and codes.

• Familiarity with MBSE, LEAN methods, and design‑for‑manufacturing principles.

• Good technical French, both written and spoken.

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.

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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If you are a Senior Systems Engineer professional looking for an opportunity to grow your career, this role offers the chance to lead systems engineering activities for TOV and C‑Ball valves across the full product lifecycle, including New Product Development (NPD), NTD, Configuration Management and Sustaining.  Based in Lugagnano Val d’Arda, Italy, you will collaborate with Product Leadership, Program Management, Mechanical Design, Materials, and Test & Validation teams, as well as colleagues across Europe to drive high‑quality, innovative product solutions.