Hydro Power Controls Engineer: Retrofit PLC Solutions

Emerson; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision coverage

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Emerson is seeking a Controls Engineer for Hydro Power Projects, based in Cranberry Township, PA or Blue Bell, PA. You will contribute to engineered control system solutions for hydroelectric facilities across North America and design, program, and verify control logic for governor and plant control systems.

The role emphasizes hands-on engineering, FAT participation, and collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver reliable power generation solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, a technical discipline, or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years related experience in an engineering environment.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with an interest in learning how systems operate.
• Ability to travel up to 30% (domestic with occasional international travel).
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Support the execution of engineering projects for retrofit control system solutions in the North American hydro power sector.
• Assist in designing and developing Hydro Governor and Plant Control systems.
• Interpret technical specifications to support the creation and application of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical control solutions.
• Contribute to implementing new system functionality based on evolving customer needs.
• Program and adapt control logic using Ladder Logic, Structured Text, and Flow Diagrams.
• Read and interpret electrical and hydraulic schematics to ensure accurate system integration.
• Configure PLC and HMI software for custom project applications.
• Participate in FAT and support onsite system commissioning.
• Develop control narratives, hardware specifications, and software test procedures.
• Grow your expertise as a subject matter resource in hydro‑related control systems and plant operations.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Troubleshooting

Collaborative mindset

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

PLC

SCADA

DCS

CAD

Job description

Emerson is seeking a Controls Engineer for Hydro Power Projects, based in Cranberry Township, PA or Blue Bell, PA. You will contribute to engineered control system solutions for hydroelectric facilities across North America and design, program, and verify control logic for governor and plant control systems.

The role emphasizes hands-on engineering, FAT participation, and collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver reliable power generation solutions.