Project Engineer – Power & Water Solutions

City of Shakopee, MN; Cranberry Township, Northern (Butler County, KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to support Power & Water Solutions in North America, based in Houston, Texas. You will contribute to automation projects, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and apply engineering principles across design, testing, and implementation.

The role emphasizes varied project environments, strong communication, and problem‑solving skills, with sponsorship not provided. Join a growth‑oriented team delivering critical infrastructure solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, or a technical related field.
• 3+ years of experience in automation, technical, or project-engineering roles.
• Strong engineering fundamentals and structured problem-solving approaches.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to automation and control system projects across power generation and water/wastewater applications.
• Collaborate with project teams and cross-functional partners to deliver technical solutions.
• Apply engineering principles to design, configure, test and implement system solutions.
• Support project lifecycle activities including documentation, reviews, and troubleshooting.
• Engage in knowledge sharing and process improvements across North American teams.
• Adapt to varied project environments within a growth-oriented organization.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Problem solving

Project engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/technical field

Job description

Project Engineer – Power & Water Solutions

Job Description

Emerson is seeking experienced Project Engineers to join our Power & Water Solutions business, supporting a wide range of North American projects. This position will be located in Houston, Texas.

At Emerson, we help customers in the world’s most critical industries solve complex challenges that shape modern life. Power & Water Solutions is an industry-leading automation and controls organization supporting renewable energy, conventional power generation, and water and wastewater infrastructure. Our work focuses on modernizing and upgrading control systems to improve reliability, sustainability, and long-term performance of critical infrastructure across North America.

In this role, you will contribute to the delivery of customized automation and control solutions using modern software and hardware platforms, including virtualization, simulation, and remote support technologies. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, engage with customers, and apply your experience to projects across different parts of the organization, based on business needs and individual strengths.

Learn more about our Ovation platform: https://www.emerson.com/en-us/automation/ovation

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Contribute to the execution of automation and control system projects across power generation and water/wastewater applications
• Collaborate with project teams, engineering peers, and cross-functional partners to deliver high-quality technical solutions
• Apply engineering principles to support system design, configuration, testing, and implementation activities
• Support project lifecycle activities, including documentation, reviews, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement efforts
• Participate in knowledge sharing, process improvement initiatives, and technical collaboration across North American teams
• Adapt to different project environments and business needs as part of a flexible, growth-oriented project organization

Who You Are:

You encourage open dialogue and value diverse perspectives when working with others. You translate goals into practical actions and prioritize effectively in dynamic environments. You listen actively, communicate clearly, and build trust through collaboration. You take ownership of challenges, approach problems with curiosity, and remain resilient when navigating complexity or change.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, or a technical related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
• 3+ years of experience in an automtion, technical, or project-engineering based role
• Working knowledge of engineering fundamentals, system design concepts, and structured problem-solving approaches
• Experience contributing to projects in industrial, infrastructure, energy, or technology-driven environments
• Strong collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams and disciplines
• Legal authorization to work in the United States, Sponsorship will not ne provided now and in the future.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Experience with control systems, automation platforms, or industrial software solutions
• Exposure to power generation, renewable energy, water, or wastewater industries
• Experience supporting projects through multiple phases, from design to implementation or support
• Comfort presenting technical information to varied audiences, including peers, project teams, or customers
• Familiarity with simulation tools, virtualization technologies, or remote support environments

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.

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.

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.

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.

Accessibility Assistance or Accommodation

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!

No calls or agencies please.

Job Info

• Job Identification 26010843
• Job Function Development Engineering
• Posting Date 09/15/2026, 03:30 AM
• Job Schedule Full time