Lead Engineer PWS

Emerson; Warszawa; On-site; PLN 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson in Warszawa is seeking a seasoned Automation Engineer to lead engineering activities across automation projects, FEED, system design, testing, commissioning and start-up, coordinating with customers and global teams to deliver high-quality solutions. You will own engineering tasks, manage scope, schedule, and budget, support proposals, and collaborate with suppliers and project stakeholders.

Travel up to 50% and strong English communication are required.

Qualifications

• Degree in Automation, Electrical, Power Engineering, Electronics, or related field.
• Experience with industrial automation or control systems.
• Knowledge of networking concepts and industrial protocols.
• Strong communication, collaboration and analytical skills.
• English proficiency (written and spoken).
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to 50% and a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of engineering activities (Ovation DCS FEED, design, configuration, testing, commissioning, start-up) on all deliverables, optimizing costs while meeting schedule and quality standards.
• Partner with customers and project stakeholders to understand requirements and ensure successful outcomes.
• Collaborate with project leadership to develop schedules, identify resources, and manage risks.
• Serve as a technical contact for customers and coordinate with project teams and third-party contributors.
• Assist procurement by contributing technical specifications and delivery requirements.
• Monitor scope, schedule, budget, and quality objectives; escalate changes and risks as needed.
• Ensure compliance with quality, health, safety, environmental and information security requirements.
• Foster an inclusive, collaborative environment and support knowledge sharing and development.
• Contribute technical expertise to proposals and business development for cost-effective solutions.
• Work with suppliers, contractors, and Emerson teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Continuously develop and share technical knowledge to strengthen engineering capabilities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Automation / Electrical / Power engineering degree or equivalent

Tools

Ovation DCS

Job description

Job Description

If you are a professional looking for an opportunity to grow your career, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you. In this role, you will lead engineering activities across automation projects, supporting Front-End Engineering Design (FEED), system design, implementation, testing, commissioning, and start-up activities. Working closely with project teams, customers, and global engineering resources, you will help deliver high-quality automation solutions while supporting business growth, customer success, and operational excellence.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Take ownership of the engineering activities (Ovation DCS FEED, design, configuration, testing, commissioning, and start-up) on all allocated deliverables and proactively utilize methodologies, resources and techniques for minimizing the execution cost, whilst maintaining the requisite schedule and quality standard.
• Partner with customers and project stakeholders to understand requirements and support successful project outcomes.
• Collaborate with project leadership to develop achievable project schedules, identify resource needs, and proactively manage risks.
• Serve as a key technical contact for customers and ensure effective communication across project teams and third-party contributors.
• Support procurement activities by contributing technical specifications and delivery requirements for products and services.
• Monitor project scope, schedule, budget, and quality objectives, escalating changes and risks as appropriate.
• Ensure engineering activities are completed in accordance with quality processes as well as health, safety, environmental, and information security requirements.
• Foster an inclusive, collaborative environment that supports team performance, knowledge sharing, and professional development.
• Contribute technical expertise to proposal and business development activities, helping create innovative and cost-effective customer solutions.
• Partner with suppliers, contractors, and global Emerson teams to support successful project delivery.
• Continuously develop and share technical knowledge to strengthen engineering capabilities across the organization.

Who You Are:

You build trust through your actions and communication while cultivating strong relationships with customers, colleagues, and stakeholders. You consistently focus on achieving meaningful results, balancing quality, schedule, and business objectives. You adapt effectively to changing priorities and complex project environments, using sound judgment to make informed decisions. You promote collaboration, encourage engagement, and help create high-performing teams where diverse perspectives are valued and supported. These strengths enable you to deliver customer-focused solutions and drive successful project outcomes.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Degree, technical certification, or equivalent experience in Automation, Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering, Electronics, or a related field.
• Experience working with industrial automation or control systems.
• Knowledge of networking concepts and industrial communication protocols.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to coordinate technical activities and support engineering teams in delivering project objectives.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build credibility with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
• Professional proficiency in English, both written and spoken.
• Availability for domestic and international travel up to 50% of the time.
• Valid driver's license or ability to travel as required.

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

• Experience delivering automation projects within the power generation, energy, process, or industrial sectors.
• Familiarity with Ovation distributed control systems or similar automation platforms.
• Knowledge of Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS).
• Experience leading technical teams, projects, or multidisciplinary engineering activities.
• Proficiency in an additional European language.
• Experience supporting customer proposals, bids, or solution development activities.

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.

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.

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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 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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