Engineering Project Manager - Water Solutions

Emerson Electric Co; Novi (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson in Novi, MI is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead automation and controls projects from kickoff to closeout. You will manage scope, schedule, budget, and resources to deliver successful outcomes and serve as the primary point of contact for customers throughout the project lifecycle.

You will coordinate with internal engineering, field, and commercial teams to meet objectives, track progress, and communicate risks and changes clearly, while ensuring adherence to safety

Qualifications

• PM experience in automation/controls environment
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship

Responsibilities

• Lead automation and controls projects from kickoff through closeout
• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, and resources to support successful delivery
• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers throughout the project lifecycle
• Coordinate with internal engineering, field, and commercial teams to meet project objectives
• Track project progress and communicate status, risks, and changes clearly
• Ensure compliance with contractual requirements, safety standards, and Emerson quality procedures
• Support continuous improvement efforts and identify opportunities for follow on work

Skills

Project management

Written and verbal communication

Collaborative and self-directed

Travel up to 20%

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, technical discipline, or equivalent

Job description

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Lead automation and controls projects from kickoff through closeout
• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, and resources to support successful delivery
• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers throughout the project lifecycle
• Coordinate with internal engineering, field, and commercial teams to meet project objectives
• Track project progress and communicate status, risks, and changes clearly
• Ensure compliance with contractual requirements, safety standards, and Emerson quality procedures
• Support continuous improvement efforts and identify opportunities for follow on work

Who You Are:

You build strong relationships by collaborating openly and delivering on commitments. You anticipate challenges, evaluate options, and take thoughtful action to keep work moving forward. You understand how individual project decisions connect to broader business goals and partner effectively with others to achieve shared outcomes.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, technical discipline, or equivalent
• A minimum of 5 years of project management experience working in an automation, controls, or engineering project environment
• Ability to travel up to 20% based on project needs
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• A collaborative, self directed approach to managing multiple priorities
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship
  

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Chemical, Mechanical, or Computer Engineering
• Experience supporting automation projects in water/wastewater, power generation, or related industries
• Exposure to a variety of control systems, instrumentation, or equipment manufacturers

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.

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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