Controls & Automation Engineer - Power Retrofit

Emerson; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k)

Job summary

Emerson in Cranberry Township, PA (Greater Pittsburgh) is seeking an early‑career engineer for the Power Retrofit Projects team. You will work on engineering design, testing, and commissioning of control systems (Ovation DCS) for power plants nationwide.

You will learn through mentorship, collaborate with experienced engineers, and grow skills across multiple engineering disciplines while supporting customer success on critical infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of related engineering experience.
• Willingness to travel up to 20% within North America.
• US work authorization with no sponsorship required.

Responsibilities

• Join Power Retrofit Projects to support engineering design and execution with mentorship.
• Collaborate on cross‑functional teams across the project lifecycle.
• Contribute to control system design, testing, and commissioning activities.
• Identify improvements and help deliver reliable solutions to customers.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

DCS (Ovation)

PLC

Job description

Job Description

If you are an Engineering professional early in your career and excited to learn, grow, and make an impact, Emerson has an opportunity for you with our Power and Water Solutions team in Cranberry Township, PA (Greater Pittsburgh area). This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about automation, controls, or adjacent engineering disciplines and wants hands on experience working on real world projects that support critical infrastructure across North America.

You will join the Power Retrofit Projects group, which delivers fully engineered control system solutions for power plants using Emerson’s best in class Ovation™ Distributed Control System (DCS). The team supports the full project lifecycle—including engineering design, system integration, testing, and commissioning—providing a strong foundation for building technical depth, industry knowledge, and long term career growth.

From day one, you will work alongside experienced engineers and project leaders who are invested in your development and success.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Be part of a collaborative, inclusive team focused on solving complex engineering challenges
• Contribute to application design and engineering execution on active projects with guidance and mentorship
• Participate in cross functional and global teams supporting process improvement initiatives
• Build and develop technical capabilities through hands on project work and exposure to multiple engineering disciplines
• Support the application design and execution for thermal and conventional power projects
• Help ensure customer satisfaction throughout the project execution cycle
• Identify and support opportunities for continuous improvement and business growth
• Collaborate with customers, internal teams, and architect/engineering firms to help identify practical technical solutions

Who You Are:

You anticipate customer needs and strive to deliver solutions that exceed expectations. You communicate clearly and thoughtfully, adapting your message to different audiences. You enjoy working with others, value learning from experienced teammates, and bring curiosity, accountability, and a growth mindset to your work.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or combination of education and equivalent experience
• 2+ years of related experience in an engineering environment
• Ability to travel up to 20% within North America
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now and in the future. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 (including those with OPT or CPT), H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical, Chemical, Mechanical, or Computer Engineering
• Experience designing or programming controls for Distributed Controls Systems (DCS) and/or Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) platforms
• Exposure to automation, industrial controls, or adjacent engineering fields
• Familiarity with boiler control, burner management systems, or NFPA85 guidelines

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

At Emerson, we are committed to creating a workplace where employees feel supported, valued, and empowered to grow. We foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning, where diverse perspectives strengthen our teams and drive better outcomes. Early career engineers are supported through mentorship, hands on learning, and opportunities to expand technical and professional skills.

We also recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. Emerson offers flexible and competitive benefits designed to support your physical, mental, financial, and social needs, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, an Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition programs, and more. Our culture includes flexible time off plans, paid parental leave, vacation, and holiday time—so you can thrive both at work and beyond.

Work Authorization

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 (including those with OPT or CPT), H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

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