About this opportunity
If you are a Field Service Engineer/Professional looking for an opportunity to grow and develop professionally, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you! Based in the Central Regional Office in Tinley Park, IL, as a Field Service Engineer (Ovation Advantage), you will be part of a team of customer support engineers responsible for working with customers and proposal teams to develop a comprehensive project scope and bill of material, managing the design, implementation, documentation and installation of custom applications. You will be diagnosing and resolving engineering challenges related to the installation, startup, and operation of moderately complex distributed control systems (DCS), subsystems, and specialized control equipment at customer sites.
At Emerson Power & Water Solutions, we help customers in the world’s most crucial industries tackle the challenges of modern life. As an industry-leading controls automation company, we drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable.
In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:
Working with the Sales team and Customers to develop a comprehensive project scope for custom power and water applications
Conduct site walkdowns and develop cost estimates for retrofit engineering and installation projects
Develop technical specifications and coordinate with third-party vendors
Evaluate contractor bids for installation work
Manage and coordinate regional projects, including planning and scheduling activities to meet customer and project needs
Lead technical and project meetings, documenting outcomes clearly
Design, review, implement, and test control systems for power and water applications
Develop and maintain control system databases, logic, and operator interfaces
Support installation, startup, commissioning, and troubleshooting at customer sites
Provide technical guidance and engineering support to customers and internal teams
Build and sustain strong, trust-based customer relationships through clear and professional verbal and written communication skills
Who You Are:
You understand the importance and interdependence of internal customer relationships. You show a tremendous amount of initiative in tough situations and are exceptional at spotting and seizing opportunities and you acquire data from multiple and diverse sources when solving problems.
For This Role, You Will Need:
Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, related STEM degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience
3+ years of related experience
Understanding basic networking and computer assembly/troubleshooting experience
Strong communication skills
Knowledge of a working power plant and all sub-systems
Be able to travel up to 50-75% of the time. The travel requirement will be seasonal
Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future
Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:
A working understanding of Ladder Logic, SAMA diagrams, and P&ID prints
Experience with DCS/PLC controls
5+ years of control experience in the power and water/wastewater treatment industries
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 total target comp range for this position is $82,620 - $105,000 annually, commensurate with the skills, talent, capabilities, and experience each candidate brings to a role.
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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