Applications Engineer - Proposals

This position can be based in our Cranberry Township, PA, Tinley Park, IL, Charlotte, NC, or Houston, TX office.

About the role

As an Applications Engineer you will be a part of the Lifecycle Proposals team developing and preparing Ovation Advantage proposals, which include control system modernization, subsystem replacements, and ancillary systems integration. Emerson’s six decades of power and water expertise embedded in the Ovation distributed control system (DCS) form a reliable, innovative platform that evolves with rapidly changing technology to improve plant reliability.

Responsibilities

• Develop clear, accurate DCS technical proposals based on customer needs, requirements, and specifications.
• Work effectively with the Regional/Project Engineering teams to develop complete solutions utilizing Emerson products and services.
• Coordinate and participate in customer meetings to clearly define scope, promote Emerson’s capabilities and expertise, and present offered solutions.
• Collaborate with other Emerson departments to drive solutions and provide support.
• Review customer orders, determine if the scope accurately reflects the offers, and prepare for order entry.

Requirements

• BS degree in Electronic/Electrical/Chemical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related STEM field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of related experience.
• Experience with control systems such as DCS or PLC.
• Knowledge and experience with application and process automation systems, and Distributed Control Systems.
• Ability to travel up to 5%.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States – sponsorship will not be provided for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of the Ovation™ or other DCS.
• Knowledge in proposal development, cost estimating, or project engineering.
• Proven history of working across a variety of groups in a large organization.
• The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate high energy and drive in achieving the desired results.
• Demonstrate the need to know the latest on new technologies and make learning a priority.

Pay

The salary range for this role is $85,000 - $100,000 annually, commensurate with the skills, talent, capabilities, and experience each candidate brings to a role.

Benefits

• Variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee resource groups and recognition programs.
• Flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.