Senior Field Service Engineer - Water/Wastewater

Emerson; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible time off

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Emerson invites you to apply for the Sr. Field Engineer position in Seattle, WA. You will support the installation and operation of essential control systems in wastewater facilities, requiring a Bachelor’s degree and significant experience. The role includes on-site support, leading field activities, and ensuring quality control.

This position offers a salary range of $95,000 to $140,000, depending on experience, along with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and more.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of related experience in controls engineering or field service engineering.
• Experience working in the water/wastewater industry.
• Ability to travel up to 20% locally within the Seattle area.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site technical support and perform quality control testing.
• Lead installation, modification, and repair of control systems.
• Document service activities and issues for continuous improvement.

Skills

Technical Support

Quality Control Testing

PLC/DCS Programming

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or computer science

Job description

Overview

If you are a Controls Engineering / Field Service Engineering professional looking to grow and make a meaningful impact on essential infrastructure, Emerson invites you to join as a Sr. Field Engineer in Seattle, WA. You will be part of a dedicated team of customer support engineers focused on the installation, startup, and operation of distributed control systems (DCS), sub‑systems, and related equipment at wastewater facilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide on‑site technical support, including hands‑on instruction to customer personnel, developing and refining maintenance procedures, and performing quality control testing and product commissioning.
• Lead and coordinate field activities by guiding customer personnel through the installation, modification, and repair of control systems, sub‑systems, and related equipment.
• Serve as a key technical resource and trusted partner to customers, offering engineering expertise and acting as a liaison with internal teams to resolve system and equipment‑related challenges.
• Document service activities clearly and accurately, including detailed reporting on issues encountered, root causes identified, and work performed to support continuous improvement and system reliability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science or a similar technical field, or relevant experience in lieu of education.
• 5+ years of related experience.
• Experience working in the water/wastewater industry.
• Ability to travel up to 20% of the time, primarily local within the Seattle area.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience programming with PLC and/or DCS software.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary range: $95,000 – $140,000, commensurate with skills and experience. Emerson offers a competitive base salary, an annual merit review process, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, flexible time off, paid parental leave, and more.

Work Authorization

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not provide sponsorship for visas.

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 discrimination and harassment.

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