Senior Project Engineer

Emerson; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson in Chennai seeks a Project Engineering professional to support APAC PMO and the Fisher Chennai Engineering Center. You will own project execution schedules, coordinate across Engineering, Drafting, and Plant Project Coordinators, and drive on-time delivery with robust testing and quality.

With 8+ years in control valves engineering, you bring deep product knowledge, BOM processing, and familiarity with Incoterms.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years experience in control valves engineering.
• Strong knowledge of product specifications and Incoterms.
• Develop and present innovative solutions for problems.
• Optimizes work processes and improves performance metrics.
• Awareness of Emerson products & good knowledge of inactive/obsolete/competitor products.

Responsibilities

• Owns the overall execution of the project according to the Project Plan developed by the Project Manager with the goal of on-time to committed date.
• Attends post award meetings and works with the LBP, Global Industry Sales (GIS), and Order Administration staff to assure customer order requirements are accurately input to Fisher order processing and manufacturing systems.
• Participates in the reconciliation of customer PO including, but not limited to, pricing.
• Directs project personnel including Order Administration, Engineering, Drafting and Plant Project Coordinators for sequential processing of project items.
• Monitors and tracks project progress and submits milestone status reports.
• Coordinates submission and receipt of approvals for project deliverables (e.g., Inspection and Test Plan, drawings, procedures, etc.).
• Ensures project invoicing is completed per contractual agreements and assists in resolving invoicing discrepancies.
• Implements activities required change order processing.
• Interfaces with various departments within Fisher and LBP/Sales Office to resolve issues for on-time execution.
• Functions as Project Manager for Tier2 projects at senior level.
• Trains juniors in Project management practices if needed.

Skills

Control valves knowledge

Process improvement

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Mechanical/Instrumentation/Chemical/Metallurgical Engineering

PMP Certification

Job description

Job Description:

Job Summary

If you are a Project engineering professional, Emerson has an exciting role for you! You will be the Key contact to assist project managers in Asia Pacific and Fisher Chennai Engineering Center. We value autonomy, self-reliance, fast movers, a passion for robust and maintainable tests, and above all, the ability to ship a quality product.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

Under the guidance of a PMO/Project Manager, the Engineer provides project support which includes distributing work, monitoring progress and resolving issues.The Engineer owns the overall project execution schedulePlay an anchor role to assist and lead execution of KOB1/ KOB2 projects

• Owns the overall execution of the project according to the Project Plan developed by the Project Manager with the goal of on-time to committed date

• Attends post award meetings and works with the LBP, Global Industry Sales (GIS), and Order Administration staff to assure customer order requirements are accurately and completely input to the Fisher order processing and manufacturing systems.

• Participates in the reconciliation of the customer PO including, but not limited to, pricing

• Effectively directs project personnel which can include, but are not limited to Order Administration, Engineering, Drafting and Plant Project Coordinators for the appropriate sequential processing of project items.

• Monitors and tracks project progress and submits periodic milestone status reports

• Provides diligent and systematic follow-up and expediting to departments for scope of work

• Coordinates submission and receipt of approval for project deliverables as directed by the Project Manager. Project deliverables may include Inspection and Test Plan, drawings, manufacturing procedures, Performance Bonds, Insurance Certificates, etc.

• Ensures that project invoicing is completed per contractual agreements and assist the LBP and Customer Financial Services in resolving invoicing discrepancies

• Implements activities required change order processing.

• Interfaces with various departments within Fisher as well as the LBP/Sales Office to resolve any issues or problems related to on-time execution of the project

• At a senior level, will function as the Project Manager for Tier2 projects

• Provides additional support for project-related requirements as directed by the Project Manager.

• Train juniors in Project management practices if needed

Who You Are:

You have a flare for process improvement and thrive highest quality standard. You quickly and significantly take action in constantly evolving, unexpected situations. You actively seek input from pertinent sources to make timely and well-informed decisions. Works collaboratively with project managers and Factory personals to resolve conflicts if it may arise.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• In depth knowledge of control valve products and Bill of material processing

• Knowledge on Fisher products and accessories would be a plus

• Minimum 8 years experience in control valves engineering

• Good understanding of product specifications and Incoterms

• Develop and present innovative solutions for problems if they may arise.

• Optimizes work processes and improves performance metrics

• Awareness of other Emerson products & Good knowledge of Inactive/obsolete/Competitor products

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

• Degree in Mechanical/Instrumentation/Chemical/Metallurgical Engineering.

• PMP Preferred

• Strong interpersonal skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ready to take up any new challenges.

• Time management, Problem Solving and decision making Skills

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 competitive benefits plans, a variety of medical insurance plans, Employee Assistance Program, 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.