Controls Engineer - New Generation Projects

Emerson is seeking a motivated and collaborative Controls Engineer to support the design, development, and delivery of control system solutions for New Generation Projects across North America. Based in Cranberry Township, PA , this role is part of a dedicated team advancing emerging and evolving power generation technologies. You will focus on engineering execution, working closely with multidisciplinary teams, customers, and internal partners to deliver reliable, high-quality control systems.

• •Design, configure, and implement control system solutions for new generation power projects
• •Develop high-quality engineering deliverables that meet customer

• •Bachelor of Science in Electrical, Chemical, Mechanical, Computer Engineering, or similar STEM degree or combination of education and experience.
• •Minimum 5 years engineering experience, preferably in power generation or industrial environments
• •Experience with new generation or emerging power technologies (e.g., renewables integration, hydrogen, energy storage, or advanced thermal systems)
• •Experience designing, implementing, or supporting control systems using Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and/or Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) platforms.
• •Ability to travel up to 30% domestically
• •Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future

• •Exposure to power plant systems, operations, or modernization projects
• •Experience supporting system testing, commissioning, or customer-facing technical activities
• •Interest in developing deeper technical specialization within control systems

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 offer flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition programs, and more. We also provide flexible time-off plans, including paid parental leave, vacation, and holiday leave.

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.