Projects Engineer - Digital Twin Simulation

Emerson•Cranberry Township, PA

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Powering the world. Protecting its most vital resources. What if your work helped keep the lights on and ensured communities have access to clean, reliable water? Emerson Power & Water Solutions is a global leader in power and water automation, trusted across 60+ countries to support over 1.4 million MW of generating capacity worldwide . In the U.S., our solutions help manage more than 12 billion gallons of water every day through advanced control and monitoring technologies. As part of Emerson’s Digital Twin Projects team, as a Project Engineer you will contribute to the design and implementation of simulation systems that model real‑world power plant behavior for training, testing, and operational improvement. This role provides meaningful exposure to customer-facing projects, cross‑functional collaboration, and continuous technical development within a supportive, people‑first environment. If you are passionate about improving how people interact with technology and complex industrial systems, we’d love to hear from you!

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or related technical field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum 2 years of hands‑on engineering experience, related to process automation, simulation, or controls
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to learn new tools and concepts efficiently
Clear and effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team‑oriented environment
Ability to travel up to 20%.
Authorization to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship requirements. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 (including those with OPT or CPT), H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering
5 years of engineering experience in automation, simulation, or controls
Experience with simulation platforms (e.g., HYSYS, MATLAB, Simulink)
Exposure to power generation systems, plant operations or industrial environments
Prior experience supporting customer-facing projects, training programs, or technical workshops
Interest in continuous learning and staying current with industry advancements in automation, simulation, and control systems

Responsibilities

Support the design, configuration, and implementation of digital twin simulation systems that meet customer and project requirements.
Develop, test, and validate control logic models that accurately replicate real‑world power plant operations in simulated environments.
Collaborate closely with process simulation engineers, project managers, and cross‑functional partners to solve problems and share learnings.
Participate in customer-facing activities such as simulation validation, performance testing, and acceptance testing.
Contribute to global and cross‑disciplinary projects by supporting senior engineers and gaining exposure to multiple engineering domains.
Proactively learn simulation tools, automation platforms, and industry standards to support career growth and expanded technical capability.
Support the development and improvement of internal tools and processes that enhance the efficiency of digital twin projects.
Demonstrate Emerson’s core values through teamwork, accountability, and a commitment to quality and safety in all work.