Controls & Automation Engineer - Power Retrofit
Emerson · Pittsburgh, PA
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Controls
- Travel
- 20%
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 2+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level controls role at Emerson (industrial) in Pittsburgh, PA. , Your Responsibilities Will Be.
- They ask for
- 2+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- PLC, Automation
- Day to day
- about 20% travel
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Controls Engineer roles in Pennsylvania: typical posted base $88k–$133k.
Median of the low and high ends of 10 live postings that list pay, out of 29 controls engineer openings in Pennsylvania, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 28 other live controls postings in Pennsylvania.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (2+ vs 5+)
Typical $88k–$133k, from 10 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ PLC 72%
- ✓ Automation 72%
- Root cause 28%
- Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) 24%
- Lean 21%
- Robotics 21%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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This plant: Emerson in Pittsburgh
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Who You Are
You anticipate customer needs and strive to deliver solutions that exceed expectations. You communicate clearly and thoughtfully, adapting your message to different audiences. You enjoy working with others, value learning from experienced teammates, and bring curiosity, accountability, and a growth mindset to your work.
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If you are an Engineering professional early in your career and excited to learn, grow, and make an impact, Emerson has an opportunity for you with our Power and Water Solutions team in Cranberry Township, PA (Greater Pittsburgh area) . This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about automation, controls, or adjacent engineering disciplines and wants hands on experience working on real world projects that support critical infrastructure across North America.
You will join the Power Retrofit Projects group , which delivers fully engineered control system solutions for power plants using Emerson’s best in class Ovation™ Distributed Control System (DCS). The team supports the full project lifecycle—including engineering design, system integration, testing, and commissioning—providing a strong foundation for building technical depth, industry knowledge, and long term career growth.
From day one, you will work alongside experienced engineers and project leaders who are invested in your development and success.
Will Be
- •Be part of a collaborative, inclusive team focused on solving complex engineering challenges
- •Contribute to application design and engineering execution on active projects with guidance and mentorship
- •Participate in cross functional and global teams supporting process improvement initiatives
- •Build and develop technical capabilities through hands on project work and exposure to multiple engineering disciplines
- •Support the application design and execution for thermal and conventional power projects
- •Help ensure customer satisfaction throughout the project execution cycle
- •Identify and support opportunities for continuous improvement and business growth
- •Collaborate with customers, internal teams, and architect/engineering firms to help identify practical technical solutions
For This Role, You Will Need
- •Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or combination of education and equivalent experience
- •2+ years of related experience in an engineering environment
- •Ability to travel up to 20% within North America
- •Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now and in the future . 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.
That Set You Apart
- •Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical, Chemical, Mechanical, or Computer Engineering
- •Experience designing or programming controls for Distributed Controls Systems (DCS) and/or Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) platforms
- •Exposure to automation, industrial controls, or adjacent engineering fields
- •Familiarity with boiler control, burner management systems, or NFPA85 guidelines
Our Culture & Commitment to You
At Emerson, we are committed to creating a workplace where employees feel supported, valued, and empowered to grow. We foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning, where diverse perspectives strengthen our teams and drive better outcomes. Early career engineers are supported through mentorship, hands on learning, and opportunities to expand technical and professional skills.
We also recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. Emerson offers flexible and competitive benefits designed to support your physical, mental, financial, and social needs, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, an Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition programs, and more. Our culture includes flexible time off plans, paid parental leave, vacation, and holiday time—so you can thrive both at work and beyond.
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.
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 .
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 la
