Lead Engineer PWS

City of Shakopee, MN; Warszawa; On-site; PLN 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson is seeking a professional to lead engineering activities across automation projects, supporting FEED, design, testing, commissioning and start-up. You will work with project teams, customers and global resources to deliver high-quality automation solutions and support business growth.

You will engage with customers and stakeholders to define requirements, develop schedules, manage risks, and ensure quality and safety standards are met.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Automation, Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering, Electronics, or related field.
• Experience with industrial automation or control systems.
• Knowledge of networking concepts and industrial protocols.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and collaboration skills.
• Ability to coordinate technical activities and support engineering teams.
• Excellent communication with customers, suppliers and stakeholders.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken).
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to 50%.
• Valid driver’s license or ability to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of engineering activities on Ovation DCS FEED, design, testing, and start-up, while controlling cost, schedule and quality.
• Partner with customers and project stakeholders to understand requirements and support outcomes.
• Develop achievable project schedules, identify resource needs, and manage risks.
• Serve as technical contact for customers and ensure clear communication across teams and third parties.
• Support procurement by contributing technical specs and delivery requirements.
• Monitor scope, schedule, budget and quality, escalating changes as needed.
• Ensure activities comply with quality, health, safety, environment and information security rules.
• Foster an inclusive team environment and knowledge sharing.
• Contribute technical input to proposals and business development for cost-effective solutions.
• Collaborate with suppliers, contractors, and Emerson teams for successful delivery.
• Continuously develop and share technical knowledge to strengthen capabilities.

Skills

Automation engineering

Industrial networking

Project coordination

English proficiency

Travel readiness

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's in Automation/Electrical Engineering

Tools

Ovation DCS

Industrial control systems

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.