Emerson Automation Solutions
Application Engineer- Power Industry Job Vacancy In Pittsburgh, PA, USA
If you are an Application Engineer looking for an opportunity to grow, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you! Located in our Pittsburgh, PA office, the successful candidate will be a crucial part of the Generator Excitation Solutions group with responsibilities for design/implementation functions, project execution, contract compliance and customer satisfaction. This role will be supporting our Power and Water Solutions business. Emerson’s five decades of power and water expertise embedded within the Ovation™ distributed control system (DCS) forms a reliable and innovative platform that evolves with rapidly changing technology to help improve plant reliability. Responsibilities will include providing technical solutions and innovative thinking in a wide range of power plant fundamentals. Ability to work with internal and external customers with a technical focus is crucial.
AS A GES APPLICATION ENGINEER , YOU WILL:
Development, application and integration of excitation subsystem components such as crowbar, de-excitation, field flashing, power conversion bridges, voltage regulator controller etc. into a fully functional excitation/voltage regulator system that meets the customer specification
Coordinate vendor buyout material for project needs
Have knowledge of the entire project including scope, schedule, hours of work, cost and delivery landmarks
Perform the work within the budgetary and schedule requirements
Advise Project Manager of any changes that could possibly affect scope, schedule or cost
Travel to customer sites to perform walk downs, maintenance, commissioning or other duties as needed
Build, update and review technical documentation for both the customer and GES group
REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:
The successful candidate will have a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college or university
Experience and knowledge of excitation systems control equipment design and electrical power systems are considered necessary with a minimum of 0-5 years’ experience
Legal authorization to work in the United States
PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:
Experience with multiple exciter equipment manufacturers is preferred
Specific knowledge in excitation system installation engineering design, installation supervision, project control and execution, excitation system training, start up and commissioning, PSS tuning, and troubleshooting is a plus
On the job training will happen, we are looking for you to have strong, hands-on experience from an internship, cooperative education experience (CO-OP), or a project-based academic assignment lasting at least six months. Building on a validated blend of education and experience is a shown success plan.
WHY EMERSON?
Our Commitment to Our People
We invest in our employees to ensure they have the marketplace knowledge, skills and competencies to compete and lead in a global economy. Our training programs focus on end-to-end development from onboarding through senior leadership.
Flexible and competitive benefits plans offer you the right options to meet your individual/family needs: medical insurance plans, dental and vision coverage, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, and more. We provide employees flexible time off plans including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.
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Diversity and Inclusion at Emerson is about welcoming, respecting, and valuing the differences each employee possesses. Inclusion is creating a real sense of engagement, belonging and connection for all employees. Learn more about our Culture & Values and about Diversity & Inclusion at Emerson .
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, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
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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.
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Primary Location
United States-Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh
Other Locations
United States
Job Function
Engineering