Power Plant Engineering Project Lead

Emerson Electric Co; Cranberry Township, Northern (Butler County, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson in Cranberry Township, PA is seeking a Project Manager to join the Turbine Solutions group, delivering engineered control system solutions for power plants and overseeing project execution, contract compliance, and customer satisfaction.

You will lead budgets, schedules, and risk management, travel up to 20% in North America, and partner with sales and engineering to drive value. A Bachelor’s in Engineering or Business plus 5+ years of experience are required; PMP and MBA are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Business or equivalent.
• 5+ years of related experience in engineering project management.
• Ability to travel up to 20% within North America.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Plan, forecast, and manage project budget and execution from start to finish with technical leads and group managers.
• Ensure projects are delivered with a high degree of customer satisfaction.
• Use contract terms to manage scope, cashflow, margin and liabilities.
• Minimize risk and advise management on project status and issues.
• Apply quality procedures and gate reviews and participate in audits as needed.
• Collaborate with sales to maintain client relationships and identify future opportunities.
• Recommend product/process improvements.

Skills

Project management

Budget management

Stakeholder communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Business

MBA

Tools

DCS systems

PMP certification

Job description

If you are a Project Manager professional looking for an opportunity to grow, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you! Based in our Cranberry Township, PA location, you will be a part of the Turbine Solutions group who provides fully engineered control system solutions for power plants. The group focuses on the replacement of existing plant control systems with Ovation and provides all project management, engineering design, system integration, test, and commissioning services to deliver comprehensive solutions to our customers. The successful candidate will be an essential contributor with responsibilities for project execution, contract compliance, customer satisfaction and financial return for projects in areas such as Balance of Plant, Turbine (Electrical and Mechanical), and Digital Generator Controls.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Plan, forecast, and manage project budget and execution from start to finish, working with technical leads and/or group managers, including vital activities, procurements, resources and schedule.
• Ensure projects are delivered with a high degree of customer satisfaction
• Use contract terms and conditions, and various skills to improve scope as well as cashflow, margin, and to limit liabilities.
• Minimize exposure to risk, and make necessary recommendations to management on assigned projects.
• Apply quality procedures and standard methodologies by using appropriate gate reviews. Participate in project audits as needed.
• Work with the sales team, and follow up with the clients to build relationships that lead to future opportunities.
• Recommend improvement to products and process.
  

Who You Are:

You understand internal and external stakeholder requirements, expectations, and needs. You deliver messages in a clear, compelling, and concise manner. You maintain a track record of exceeding goals successfully.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or equivalent
• 5+ years of related experience in engineering project management
• Ability to travel up to 20% within North America
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Turbine scope retrofit involvement experience
• Automation controls systems experience (DCS systems, other competitors)
• EPC scope and site management experience (Power plants is a plus)
• Project Management Institute PMP certification
• Master of Business Administration MBA
  

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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