Boiler Process Tuner Field Engineer (Ovation DCS)

Emerson; Charleston (WV); Remote; USD 83,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson is seeking a Field Service Engineer specialized in boiler tuning for our Power and Water Solutions team. The role is based in Houston, TX, with remote option for candidates who have Ovation DCS experience and are willing to travel up to 80% across North America.

You will lead advanced process tuning, work with plant operations on site, and manage retrofit startup and tuning activities. This is a customer-facing role requiring strong technical judgment and project oversight.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field
• Minimum eight years of field engineering experience
• Willingness to travel up to 80% across North America

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced process tuning for boiler or BOP processes
• Collaborate with plant operations teams on site to optimize productivity
• Lead startup and tuning activities for major retrofit projects
• Generate tuning reports for site tuning and performance
• Oversee project management and coordinate subcontractors on large installations
• Review customer needs for service, maintenance contracts, and system upgrades

Skills

Process tuning

Boiler/Power plant operation

Travel 80%

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Ovation DCS

Job description

Emerson is seeking a Field Service Engineer specialized in boiler tuning for our Power and Water Solutions team. The role is based in Houston, TX, with remote option for candidates who have Ovation DCS experience and are willing to travel up to 80% across North America.

You will lead advanced process tuning, work with plant operations on site, and manage retrofit startup and tuning activities. This is a customer-facing role requiring strong technical judgment and project oversight.