Controls Engineer - Water Solutions

Emerson Electric; Cranberry Township (Butler County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the automation industry is seeking a Controls Engineer to join their Water Solutions team. The role focuses on managing DCS projects for water and wastewater systems, requiring strong engineering skills and experience in automation. The company promotes a supportive work environment, emphasizing innovation and employee growth.

Benefits

401(k) Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Qualifications

• 2+ years of automation experience in an engineering environment.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Lead application design for Water projects.
• Develop and track project engineering plans.
• Collaborate with customers on technical solutions.

Skills

Automation Experience

Project Management

Technical Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Job description

If you are an Engineering professional looking for an opportunity to learn and grow we have a great opportunity to join our Water Solutions team as a Controls Engineer based inPittsburgh, PA or Detroit, MI.

In this role, you will join the Water Solutions team, responsible for the project engineering, management, and execution of DCS projects for the domestic water and wastewater industries. Our Power & Water Solutions business is an industry-leading controls automation company that focuses on providing applications in the renewable (solar, hydro, wind), fossil (natural gas and coal) power generation, and water/wastewater treatment plants sectors. We focus on upgrading existing plant control systems with industry-leading automation controls and instrumentation to promote the sustainability and longevity of our North American power grid and water/wastewater infrastructure.

In this Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Lead the application design and engineering execution for Water projects
• Develop and track project engineering plans and ensure on time delivery of all requirements
• Proactively estimate and communicate project resource needs
• Collaborate and provide technical leadership to make valuable contributions to customer solutions
• Follow Emerson departmental procedures and fully understand and support department quality objectives
• Work with customers on a technical level and commercial basis while developing strong relationships
• Collaborate with Emerson Operations Group to track progress and assist in engineering project hardware
• Monitor customer satisfaction throughout the execution cycle and deliver top-notch results on all projects
• Optimize utilization of global resources on engineering activities in support of department objectives
• Identify and recommend improvements in processes on a continuing basis and implement improvements
• Monitor project financials to meet department objectives
• Build strong engineering teams and serve as a mentor to fellow engineers
• Provide support to the project pursuits, marketing, and lifecycle teams, as needed
• Participate in domain expert teams

Who You Are:
You understand the importance and interdependence of internal customer relationships. You define overall goals and objectives. You solicit both input and discussion. You flex your style to accommodate differences.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent
• 2+ years of automation experience in an engineering environment
• Legal authorization to work in the United States - sponsorship will not be provided for this position

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical, Chemical, Mechanical, or Computer Engineering
• 5+ years of experience in engineering environment
• Experience in Automation within the water/wastewater, power generation, or other industry
• Experience with various equipment manufacturers is highly preferred

Our Offer 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.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

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