Hardware Engineer - Project Execution

Emerson•Cranberry Township, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Emerson is hiring a Hardware Engineer to support project execution from its headquarters office in Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania. The role applies technical expertise in hardware components, cabinet configurations and design, and system layouts to deliver cost-effective, high-quality solutions that meet customer and project requirements. The engineer translates engineering needs into accurate hardware designs and bills of material, supporting on-time delivery and manufacturing efficiency. The position works across engineering, project management, manufacturing, supply chain, marketing, and proposals teams. It contributes to continuous improvement by helping standardize designs, improve processes, and enhance cost, quality, and delivery performance. Emerson describes its culture as collaborative, inclusive, and supportive of employee growth and wellbeing.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, or a related STEM discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience.
At least 2 years of related professional experience in engineering, ideally in electrical systems, automation, controls, or a closely related technical discipline.
Ability to interpret customer and project requirements related to hardware design, cabinet layouts, marshalling, cabling, and I/O configurations.
Experience creating and maintaining bills of material and supporting engineering change processes, with strong attention to detail.
Proficiency using engineering or business systems and comfort working with structured part lists and controlled items.
Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively across engineering, project management, and manufacturing teams.
Authorization to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

At least 5 years of related experience.
Demonstrated experience designing or implementing electrical and/or control systems in industrial, power generation, or automation environments.
Proficiency with AutoCAD or comparable CAD tools used for electrical, cabinet, or wiring design.
Experience supporting cost-reduction or manufacturing-efficiency initiatives through design optimization or parts standardization.

Responsibilities

Use knowledge of hardware components, cabinet layout variations, marshalling configurations, cabinet cabling, and I/O module options to develop best-cost solutions aligned with customer requirements.
Support hardware ordering objectives to meet project milestones and on-time delivery commitments.
Perform hardware engineering activities for assigned projects, including system layouts, cabinet configurations, and design development using AutoCAD or comparable design tools.
Develop, maintain, and update accurate bills of material within the ordering system, including preparing and processing change notices as needed.
Maintain the AEO controlled parts list to ensure accuracy, consistency, and alignment with established standards.
Partner with marketing and proposals teams to support improved hardware cost estimates.
Collaborate with engineering, project management, supply chain, and manufacturing partners to resolve issues and support smooth project execution.
Identify opportunities to standardize designs, enhance processes, and improve cost, quality, and delivery performance.