Project Engineering Co-op - Spring 2027

Emerson; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 27,552,000 - 35,818,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson’s Power & Water Solutions is seeking a Co-Op Engineer to apply classroom knowledge to real-world projects in energy generation and water infrastructure.

Based in Cranberry Township, PA, Blue Bell, PA, or Detroit, MI, you will work with experienced engineers, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and tackle engineering challenges from day one.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• Enrollment in a formal co-op program as part of your curriculum, with return for multiple rotations.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to learn new technologies.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to projects that support reliable energy generation and clean water infrastructure.
• Collaborate with a global team of engineers and technical professionals.
• Learn and apply automation technologies, engineering processes, and industry-leading products.
• Support design, engineering execution, and project delivery activities.
• Bring fresh ideas to engineering and management teams.
• Gain exposure to customer sites, field activities, and testing environments.
• Collaborate with fellow co-op students on team-based projects.
• Build technical and project-management skills through hands-on experience.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Learning new technologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical discipline

Job description

Job Description

Powering the world. Protecting its most vital resources.

The future needs engineers who are ready to make an impact.

Job Description

Powering the world. Protecting its most vital resources.

The future needs engineers who are ready to make an impact.

What if your co‑op experience helped keep the lights on for millions of people and ensured communities had access to clean, reliable water?

At Emerson's Power & Water Solutions, you’ll work alongside experienced engineers who are developing automation and control technologies for some of the world's most critical infrastructure. Our solutions support renewable energy, conventional power generation, and water treatment facilities, helping customers operate more safely, efficiently, and sustainably.

As a Co-Op Engineer based in Cranberry Township, PA, Blue Bell, PA, or Detroit, MI, you won't be sitting on the sidelines. From day one, you'll contribute to meaningful work, collaborate with cross‑functional teams, and apply your academic knowledge to real engineering challenges while learning from industry experts. You'll work with industry experts, apply engineering concepts to real‑world challenges, and build skills that will help launch your career.

Whether your interests are in engineering design, automation, technology, project execution, or problem‑solving, this co‑op provides an opportunity to explore, learn, and make an impact while continuing your education.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Contribute to projects that support reliable energy generation and clean water infrastructure
• Collaborate with a global team of engineers and technical professionals solving complex engineering challenges
• Learn and apply automation technologies, engineering processes, and industry‑leading products
• Support application design, engineering execution, and project delivery activities
• Bring fresh ideas and perspectives to engineering and management teams
• Gain exposure to customer sites, field activities, vendor visits, manufacturing processes, and system testing environments
• Experience how engineering solutions are developed to balance technical requirements, customer needs, project schedules, and business objectives
• Partner with senior engineers who will provide mentorship, coaching, and professional development
• Collaborate with fellow co‑op students on team‑based and cross‑functional projects
• Build technical, project, and problem‑solving skills through meaningful hands‑on experience

Who You Are:

You encourage open dialogue to discuss alternative perspectives. You break down objectives into appropriate initiatives and actions. You actively seek opportunities to learn and grow while embracing new challenges. You work effectively with others to solve problems, share ideas, and contribute to team success.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline
• Enrollment in a formal co‑op program as part of your engineering curriculum, with the ability and interest in returning for multiple co‑op rotations
• Strong analytical thinking and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to learn new technologies