Electrical Engineer Jobs in Pittsburgh, PA

If you are an electrical engineering professional looking to make an impact in critical industries while advancing your career within a collaborative team, Emerson has an opportunity for you! Based in our Cranberry Township, PA office, as a Sr. Electrical Engineer you will join a diverse team of engineers who provide fully engineered control system solutions for power generation customers in North America.

The team is part of the Thermal Power Solutions projects group and focuses on retrofits of existing plant control systems in the thermal power plant generation industry as well as the renewables industry. You will have unlimited opportunities to collaborate with peers on critical projects to upgrade existing plant control systems with industry-leading automation controls and instrumentation. If you are looking to bring your knowledge and expertise to an industry leader, we would love to hear from you!

IN THIS ROLE, YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL:

• Interpret and revise electrical schematic drawings
• Conduct wire audit and field verification trips at customer sites
• Design control system hardware to meet customer needs
• Develop and partition I/O databases
• Create drawing packages related to installation design solutions
• Supervise installation sub-contractors at the site during installation and commissioning activities
• Collaborate with other business units
Manage multiple concurrent projects, efficiently

WHO YOU ARE: You build and deliver solutions that meet customer expectations. You display a can-do attitude in good and bad times. You adjust communication to fit the audience and the message.

FOR THIS ROLE, YOU WILL NEED:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent STEM degrees
• 5+ years of related experience
• Experience in Electrical design and migration of plant controls
• Knowledge of plant instrumentation signal varieties and field wiring
• Experience with electrical control hardware selection and layout
• AutoCAD or similar experience and expertise
• Comfortable traveling up to 30%
Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now and in the future

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS THAT SET YOU APART:

• Familiarity with Ovation, WDPF, and other DCS and PLC manufacturers I/O and cabinet layouts.
Construction and installation management experience.

Our Culture & Commitment to You

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 prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

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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 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.

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. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

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ABOUT EMERSON

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!

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