About this opportunity
Powering the world. Protecting its most vital resources.
What if your next engineering challenge helped modernize some of North America's most critical power generation assets?
Emerson Power & Water Solutions is a global leader in power and water automation, trusted across more than 60 countries and supporting over 1.4 million MW of generating capacity worldwide. Our engineers help customers strengthen grid reliability, integrate renewable energy, and modernize critical power and water infrastructure across North America.
We are seeking a Controls Engineer to join our Renewables team in Cranberry Township, PA.
As a Controls Engineer, you'll work on real-world automation projects that support solar, battery storage, wind, power generation, and water treatment facilities. Working alongside experienced engineers, you'll develop innovative control solutions, solve complex technical challenges, and contribute to projects that have a direct impact on essential infrastructure relied upon every day.
In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:
Lead the preparation and maintenance of engineering plans, schedules, and technical documentation for renewable energy projects
Design, simulate, test, and implement renewable power control applications for solar, battery energy storage, and wind generation assets
Configure and troubleshoot electronic databases using industry-standard communication protocols and datalinks
Serve as a primary technical contributor during customer Factory Acceptance Tests and Site Acceptance Tests
Support site commissioning activities and provide remote technical support as needed
Initiate requisitions for project purchases and coordinate with vendors and subcontractors
Manage the design, testing, integration, and shipment of project hardware
Identify and recommend opportunities to improve engineering processes, tools, or standard solutions
Manage time and priorities effectively to meet project schedules and commitments
Build and maintain strong customer relationships through consistent communication and technical expertise
Monitor project financial performance and support cost and schedule control efforts
Who You Are:
You persist in accomplishing objectives despite obstacles and changing priorities. You create teamwork by sharing knowledge and supporting others so that shared goals can be achieved. You establish and maintain effective customer relationships by communicating clearly and following through on commitments.
For This Role, You Will Need:
Bachelor of Science in Engineering or a related technical field or an equivalent combination of education and experience
A minimum of 2 years applying engineering principles in controls engineering, industrial automation, renewable energy, power generation, water treatment, manufacturing, or related technical environment
Willingness and ability to travel up to 10% domestically
Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future . 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.
Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:
5 or more years of experience working in control system engineering
Experience working directly with customers in a technical or project execution capacity
Familiarity with Emerson Ovation software and hardware products
Knowledge of control system applications, distributed control systems, or SCADA platforms
Interest in mentoring or supporting the development of less experienced engineers
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. We prioritize providing 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 offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.
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