Senior Field Engineer - Emerson

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!

At Emerson Power & Water Solutions, we help customers in the world’s most crucial industries tackle the challenges of modern life. As an industry-leading controls automation company, we drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable.

If you are a Field Service Engineer/Professional looking for an opportunity to grow and develop professionally, Emerson has a great Sr. Field Engineer opportunity for you!  Based in our Houston, TX Regional location, you will be part of a team of customer support engineers who can analyze and solve engineering problems associated with the installation, start-up, and operation of relatively complex distributed control systems, sub-systems, and/or specific control equipment at Power & Watercustomer locations.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be: 

• Develop and maintain customer relations to work directly with them to review and promote their needs for a single Ovation platform.
• Apply your highly specialized knowledge and skills in Power & Water applications to advise your team and managers, on sophisticated technical problems.
• Provide project management for all stages of a project through installation, start-up, or where it is required to supervise subcontractors.
• Project coordination and scheduling
• Lead meetings and issue meeting minutes
• Design/Review/Implement/Test power plant controls.
• Development of control system databases, controls, and graphics.
• Direct efforts of customer personnel engaged in installation of control systems, sub-systems, equipment or their routine modification/repair.
• Support installation, startup, commission activities, site walk downs, and identify cost estimates for the retrofit engineering and installation efforts.
• Provide technical direction, marketing, and field and engineering support.
• Carry out all Emerson ISO requirements.
• Conduct post project “lessons learned” on all completed projects.
• Develop specifications for third party vendors and evaluate bids from installation contractors.
• Analyze, investigate, and resolve customer warranty and policy claims.

Who You Are:

You understand the importance and interdependence of internal customer relationships.  You show a tremendous amount of initiative in tough situations and are exceptional at spotting and seizing opportunities and you acquire data from multiple and diverse sources when solving problems.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or similar, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A minimum of (5) five years’ of related experience.  
• Experience working with DCS and/or PLC programming or support.
• Be able to travel up to 80% of the time.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• PE or PMP is preferable. 

At Emerson, we are committed to fostering a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their unique experiences and perspectives.  We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas and diversity of thoughts, that inspire innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers.

The philosophy is fundamental to living our company’s values and our responsibility to leave the world in a better place. Learn more about our Culture & Values and about Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion at Emerson.

Our training programs and initiatives focus on end-to end development, from onboarding through senior leadership.  We provide a wide range of development opportunities, including face-to-face and virtual training, mentorship, and coaching, project management, and on-the-job training. 

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