Field Service Engineer

Emerson • Houston, TX

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About The Position

Emerson is seeking Field Service Engineers for its Power & Water Solutions business, based in the Houston, Texas office. The business upgrades existing plant control systems using automation controls and instrumentation to support the sustainability and longevity of North American power grid and wastewater infrastructure. It serves renewable, fossil-fuel power generation, and water treatment plant sectors.

In this role, you will work directly with customers in the field, support installation and modification of control systems, provide engineering advice, and build relationships with internal project teams, customer teams, and contractors. Travel may be up to 80%, typically for one week at a time, with heavier travel more likely during spring and fall power-system outage seasons.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or computer science, or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Knowledge of engineering fundamentals, design principles, and problem-solving methods.
• Ability to analyze information and think creatively to find solutions.
• Collaborative mindset and strong communication skills.
• Ability to travel up to 80%; travel is typically one week in duration, with heavier travel more likely during spring and fall power-system outage seasons.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

• Co-op or internship experience in a technical environment.
• Hands-on exposure to control systems, simulation tools, or other industry-related technologies.
• Comfort presenting ideas to different audiences.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site instruction to customer personnel.
• Write and modify maintenance procedures, conduct quality control tests and product evaluations, and submit complete and timely activity reports, emphasizing problems encountered and services provided.
• Direct personnel engaged in installing control systems, subsystems, and equipment, as well as routine modifications and repairs.
• Provide engineering advisory assistance to customers and serve as a company liaison on equipment-related issues.
• Cultivate relationships with internal project teams, customer project teams, and contractors.
• Apply troubleshooting, problem-solving, decision-making, and planning skills.

Benefits

• Medical insurance plans
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee resource groups
• Recognition programs
• Flexible time off plans
• Paid parental leave, including maternal and paternal leave
• Vacation leave
• Holiday leave
• Career development through mentorship, training, and leadership opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level