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Senior Process Automation System Engineer

Emerson
Durham, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 4/22/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/22/2025

If you are a Process Control Automation professional looking for growth and professional development, we have a great opportunity for you! Emerson is looking to add a Senior Process Automation System Engineer to one of our following locations, Durham, NC, Blue Bell, PA, Houston, TX, Round Rock, TX or St. Louis, MO .

You will perform/lead the design, implementation, testing, and startup of Process Control Systems for our clients using DeltaV. You will work with customers, other engineers, and project managers at Emerson.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

  • Lead or Work on a project team responsible for the design, configuration, and testing of continuous and batch control strategies.
  • Plan, coordinate and review the work of other project team members (or a subset of the team).
  • Work with customer’s process engineers to develop functional requirements.
  • Lead and Participate in the start-up of complex systems at the client facility.
  • Understand the project scope and financials; identify change orders and justify changes to Project Management.
  • Proactively develop customer relationships; anticipate and provide solutions to customer needs giving high priority to customer satisfaction.
  • Act as a mentor for individuals within the engineering organization.

Who You Are:

You effectively communicate in various settings: one-on-one, small and large groups, or among diverse styles and position levels. You anticipate customer needs and provide services that are beyond their expectations. You follow through on your commitments gaining confidence of others in your abilities. You deal constructively with problems that do not have clear solutions or outcomes and lead a group of engineers.

For This Role You Will Need:

  • Bachelor of Science in Engineering or associates degree/diploma in a technical discipline
  • Minimum 4 years of experience with bachelor’s degree or 5 years of experience with 2-year degree
  • At least 2 years' experience in Process Control Automation design, configuration, testing and startup using DeltaV
  • Must convey a professional image with and build relationships with customers
  • Must be comfortable in plant sites, and possess the ability to navigate staircases, ladders, scaffolding, and catwalks
  • Must be willing to travel to end user locations and up to 25-50% of the year.
  • Must have legal authorization to work in the United States

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

  • Bachelor of Science in Chemical/Electrical Engineering preferred
  • Experience leading small to medium sized project teams
  • Design and implementation experience using the DeltaV process control system on Life Sciences projects
  • Experience leading/working on complex batch process control projects in the Life Sciences Industry using DeltaV; designing, implementing and testing control strategies and providing startup support at site.

Our Culture & Commitment to You

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

Learn more about our Culture & Values .

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WHY EMERSON

Our Commitment to Our People

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.

Work Authorization

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. 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 for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

Accessibility Assistance or Accommodation

If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, please contact: idisability.administrator@emerson.com .


ABOUT 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!

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