Software Test Engineer, Embedded Product Security

If you are a Test Engineering professional looking for an opportunity to grow, Emerson has an exciting role for you! Based in our Shakopee, MN location, you will design and implement software test systems to verify and validate product security capabilities in world-class safety-critical measurement & analytical instrumentation used throughout the industrial automation and control industry.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Work as part of a team to design, implement and execute both manual and automated product security tests.
• Research and develop custom product security test tools.
• Participate in reviews of product requirements, test designs, and test implementations.
• Work with cross-functional teams to help solve engineering challenges.
• Provide technical support for test stations and tooling.

Who You Are:

You balance planning with actions. You stay aligned with your goals and stay productive. You take time to ask questions and define the problem and make learning a priority and a goal. You try different solutions for problems and learn from the results. You make new connections and build relationships in other areas and teams but can be an independent self-starter as needed.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science
• Minimum of two (2) years of applicable experience
• Legal authorization to work in the United States

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

• An ABET-accredited engineering degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or Software Engineering
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Ability to be creative to think “outside the box”.
• Knowledge of fundamental product security concepts (e.g., CIA triad, secure development, etc.)
• Interest and experience performing product security testing (e.g., security requirement testing, pen testing, fuzz testing, bug bounty, etc.)
• Interest and experience working with test systems
• Interest and experience working with embedded or low-level devices
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations such as IEC 62443 and EU CRA
• Our Culture & 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. ​

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, profit sharing retirement, 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. 

Our compensation philosophy is simple: we pay a competitive base salary, within the local market in which we operate, and reward performance during our annual merit review process. The starting salary for this role is $90,000-$125,000 annually, commensurate with the skills, talent, capabilities and experience each candidate brings to a 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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