Sr. Project Engineer - Microgrids & Data Centers

About the role

Based in our Cranberry Township, PA office, you will join our Power & Water Solutions organization as part of a team delivering advanced automation, controls, and software solutions across the power, water, and critical-infrastructure industries.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, planning, configuration, and delivery of advanced automation and control system projects across power, industrial, and mission-critical environments.
• Serve as a technical resource for control system architecture, integration strategy, troubleshooting, and technical decision-making.
• Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and technical quality while partnering closely with cross-functional engineering, project management, and customer teams.
• Apply advanced knowledge of control systems, microgrid technologies, and specialized industrial applications to develop effective solutions.
• Oversee customer-facing activities including design reviews, validation, factory and site acceptance testing, commissioning, and final system handover.
• Collaborate with global engineering teams to identify innovative solutions, share best practices, and maintain consistent project execution standards.
• Maintain awareness of emerging technologies and industry trends to drive continuous improvement and solution innovation.

Requirements

• BS degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related STEM field or a combination of related experience and education.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in an engineering environment, preferably within industrial, power, or utility sectors.
• Demonstrated proficiency with control systems, automation platforms, or distributed control architectures.
• Experience leading complex, multidisciplinary technical projects.
• Strong analytical, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to engage confidently with customers and present technical concepts.
• Ability to travel up to 20%.

Qualifications

• Legal authorization to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

Skills

• Experience with microgrid control systems, distributed energy resource integration, or grid-modernization initiatives.
• Experience supporting controls solutions for data centers, mission-critical facilities, or high-reliability industrial environments.
• Familiarity with electrical switchgear and substation control.
• Experience leading workshops, training, or technical design sessions.
• Commitment to continuous learning and staying current on developments in automation and digital technologies.
• Familiarity with data communication protocols - SCADA, GOOSE, DNP3, etc.

Benefits

At Emerson, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• An Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• A 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Recognition programs.
• Flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave.

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Full-time position.

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.

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