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Senior Controls Engineer - Power Retrofit

Full-time

Emerson

Emerson is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer - Power Retrofits to join our Power and Water Solutions team in Cranberry Township, PA (Greater Pittsburgh area). In this role, you will support the design and delivery of Emerson's award-winning Ovation™ Distributed Control System (DCS) for power generation modernization projects across North America. You will contribute to meaningful work that helps customers improve reliability, efficiency, and long-term performance of critical infrastructure while continuing to deepen your technical expertise in a collaborative engineering environment.

This role is well suited for an engineer who enjoys hands-on technical work, learning from experienced peers, and growing into increased technical ownership over time.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

  • Contribute to the application design and engineering execution of power retrofit projects
  • Develop high-quality engineering deliverables that meet customer requirements for safety, quality, schedule, and performance
  • Collaborate with senior engineers, project managers, customers, and architect/engineering (A/E) firms to support system design and technical alignment
  • Participate in Design Review Meetings, Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), and onsite system commissioning activities
  • Support development and tracking of engineering plans and project documentation
  • Assist with identifying and resolving technical issues, escalating as appropriate
  • Apply and follow established engineering standards, tools, and best practices
  • Support customer presentations and proposal development as needed

Who You Are:

You build effective working relationships and collaborate openly across teams. You communicate technical information clearly and seek to understand customer needs. You take ownership of your work, follow through on commitments, and approach challenges with curiosity and a desire to learn. You value feedback and actively develop your technical and professional skills.

For This Role, You Will Need:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent experience
  • 5+ years of engineering experience, preferably in power generation or industrial environments
  • Experience designing, implementing, or supporting control systems using Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and/or Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) platforms
  • Ability to be based in the Greater Pittsburgh area or relocate, with willingness to travel up to 20% within North America
  • Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates
  • Legal authorization to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship. 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.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical, Chemical, Mechanical, or Computer Engineering
  • Exposure to power plant systems, operations, or modernization projects highly preferred
  • Experience supporting system testing, commissioning, or customer-facing technical activities
  • Interest in developing deeper technical specialization within control systems

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.

As a global organization, Emerson is committed to creating an environment where innovation, integrity, collaboration, and inclusion drive everything we do. We welcome individuals with diverse experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds, recognizing that different viewpoints strengthen our teams and help us deliver exceptional results for our customers. By joining Emerson, you will have opportunities to learn, contribute, and grow while helping solve meaningful challenges in a supportive and collaborative workplace.

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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 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.




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.




Accessibility Assistance or Accommodation




If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, please contact: View email address on us.fitly.work .

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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