Turbine Field Engineer

Emerson•Tinley Park, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

If you are a Field Engineer looking for growth and professional development, we have a great opportunity for you! Based out of our Tinley Park, IL or Latham, NY office we provide expert support for PLCs and/or DCS systems. As a Turbine Field Engineer, you will be on a team of customer support engineers who analyze, and address problems associated with the installation, start-up, and operation of sophisticated distributed control systems and sub-systems at customer locations. At Emerson, we help customers in the world’s most crucial industries tackle the challenges of modern life. Be a part of a team that drives innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. The Power & Water Solutions business focuses on upgrading existing power plant systems with industry leading automation controls and instrumentation to promote sustainability and longevity of our North American power grid.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science or a similar STEM degree
2+ years of relevant experience
Basic understanding of turbines
Understanding of basic networking and computer assembly/troubleshooting experience.
Be able to travel up to 50-75% to meet business needs. The travel requirement will be seasonal.
Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

A working understanding Ladder Logic, SAMA diagrams & P&ID prints
Experience with DCS/PLC controls
Experience in the power and water/wastewater treatment industries

Responsibilities

Perform on-site instruction of customer personnel, writing and modifying maintenance procedures, quality control tests and/or product evaluation, and provide complete and timely reports on all activities with emphasis on defining problems encountered, services.
Direct the efforts of personnel engaged in installation of control systems, sub-systems, equipment, or their routine modification/repair.
Provide direct engineering advisory assistance to the customer, and liaison within the company, on issues dealing with the equipment or related matters.
Cultivate relationships with internal project teams, customer project teams and contractors.
Apply troubleshooting, problem-solving, decision-making, and planning skills.