Controls Engineer - Water Solutions

If you are an Engineering professional looking for an opportunity to learn and grow we have a great opportunity to join our Water Solutions team as a Controls Engineer based in Pittsburgh, PA or Detroit, MI.

In this role, you will join the Water Solutions team, responsible for the project engineering, management, and execution of DCS projects for the domestic water and wastewater industries. Our Power & Water Solutions business is an industry-leading controls automation company that focuses on providing applications in the renewable (solar, hydro, wind), fossil (natural gas and coal) power generation, and water/wastewater treatment plants sectors. We focus on upgrading existing plant control systems with industry-leading automation controls and instrumentation to promote the sustainability and longevity of our North American power grid and water/wastewater infrastructure.  

In this Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Lead the application design and engineering execution for Water projects
• Develop and track project engineering plans and ensure on time delivery of all requirements
• Proactively estimate and communicate project resource needs
• Collaborate and provide technical leadership to make valuable contributions to customer solutions
• Follow Emerson departmental procedures and fully understand and support department quality objectives
• Work with customers on a technical level and commercial basis while developing strong relationships
• Collaborate with Emerson Operations Group to track progress and assist in engineering project hardware
• Monitor customer satisfaction throughout the execution cycle and deliver top-notch results on all projects
• Optimize utilization of global resources on engineering activities in support of department objectives
• Identify and recommend improvements in processes on a continuing basis and implement improvements
• Monitor project financials to meet department objectives
• Build strong engineering teams and serve as a mentor to fellow engineers
• Provide support to the project pursuits, marketing, and lifecycle teams, as needed
• Participate in domain expert teams

Who You Are:You understand the importance and interdependence of internal customer relationships. You define overall goals and objectives. You solicit both input and discussion. You flex your style to accommodate differences.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Bachelors Degree in Engineering or equivalent
• 2+ years of automation experience in an engineering environment 
• Legal authorization to work in the United States - sponsorship will not be provided for this position

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical, Chemical, Mechanical, or Computer Engineering
• 5+ years of experience in engineering environment
• Experience in Automation within the water/wastewater, power generation, or other industry
• Experience with various equipment manufacturers is highly preferred

Our Offer 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 familys 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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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 worlds most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. Youll 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, youll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, lets go. Lets think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Lets 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 youre an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, youll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team - lets go!

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