Associate Control Systems Engineer - HMI & Alarms

Emerson Electric Co.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson Power & Water Solutions in Cranberry Township, PA, seeks an engineer to design and implement HMO and High Performance Control Room solutions for power and water utilities across North America. You will craft operator graphics, optimize alarm management, and deliver data-driven improvements that enhance safety and reliability.

You will collaborate with plant operators, engineers, and customers to deliver practical automation using Ovation and related technologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent
• 0-2 years of experience in industrial operations, manufacturing, process control, automation, power generation, water treatment, engineering, or a related technical field
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate complex information into practical solutions
• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with customers, operators, engineers, and project teams
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 25% throughout North America
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and implement Human-Machine Optimization (HMO) and High Performance Control Room solutions for power and water utility customers.
• Create intuitive operator graphics and visualization solutions that align with industry standards and improve operator decision-making.
• Configure and deliver alarm management solutions that help customers improve situational awareness and operational performance.
• Analyze alarm and operational data to identify trends, opportunities, and recommendations for process improvement.
• Facilitate collaborative workshops with plant operators, engineers, and customer stakeholders to understand operational challenges and develop practical solutions.
• Support system integration, factory testing, site commissioning, and customer acceptance activities.
• Manage project priorities, schedules, and customer expectations to ensure successful project delivery.
• Build trusted customer relationships through technical expertise, communication, and consultative problem-solving.
• Continuously develop expertise in control room design, operator effectiveness, alarm management, and Emerson Ovation technologies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem solving

Travel ability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/related technical discipline

Job description

Emerson Power & Water Solutions in Cranberry Township, PA, seeks an engineer to design and implement HMO and High Performance Control Room solutions for power and water utilities across North America. You will craft operator graphics, optimize alarm management, and deliver data-driven improvements that enhance safety and reliability.

You will collaborate with plant operators, engineers, and customers to deliver practical automation using Ovation and related technologies.