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If you are an Entry‑Level Controls Engineer professional looking for an

opportunity to grow your career, this role offers the chance to work on:

meaningful automation and control solutions that support the modernization and sustainability of the North American power grid. You will join a collaborative team delivering gas turbine retrofit projects using Emerson’s Ovation product line, gaining hands‑on experience with real‑world applications, control

strategies, and system design.

IN THIS ROLE, YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL:

• Learn combustion turbine operations, mechanical fundamentals, and system

behavior to support controls development.

• Build foundational knowledge of combustion turbine control strategies used in

modern power generation systems.

• Develop application code solutions and contribute to real-world project
• deliverables.
• Assist in designing, developing, and testing HMI control screens that support

operator visibility and decision‑making.

• Support software testing, troubleshooting, and application validation using

historical and live system data.

• Contribute to the development of software standards, templates, and best

practices to improve consistency and quality.

• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams—internally and externally—to support

successful project execution.

• Receive mentorship and hands‑on guidance from experienced controls engineers

as you build technical depth and engineering judgment.

Who You Are:

You communicate clearly and confidently, ensuring your ideas are understood by both technical and non‑technical audiences. You build strong relationships by listening carefully, sharing knowledge openly, and working collaboratively toward team goals. You stay curious and open‑minded, asking thoughtful questions

to understand challenges and explore new possibilities. When priorities shift, you remain adaptable and focused, approaching problems with a calm, solutions‑oriented mindset.

FOR THIS ROLE, YOU WILL NEED:

• A bachelor’s degree in Engineering or STEM degree
• Interest in controls engineering, troubleshooting, and power generation

systems.

• Willingness to learn, take initiative, and grow in a dynamic, fast‑paced

environment.

• Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work

effectively across disciplines.

• Ability to travel up to 10% as needed to support projects.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States. Must be a U.S. Citizen or

U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder). Emerson will not petition for H-1B or any other visa for this position.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS THAT SET YOU APART:

• Coursework, internships, or hands-on project experience related to control

systems, automation, or power systems.

• Exposure to software testing, HMI design, or system validation.
• Familiarity with industrial control systems or programming languages such as

ladder logic, function block, or structured text.

• An interest in power generation technology, sustainability, or modernization

of legacy infrastructure.

• Ability to analyze data, troubleshoot issues, and apply engineering

principles to solve problems.

Our Culture and Commitment To You:

Our compensation philosophy is simple: we pay a competitive base salary, within the local market in which we operate, and reward performance during our annual merit review process.  The salary/pay range for this role is $70,000 - $85,000 annually, commensurate with the skills, talent, capabilities, and experience

each candidate brings to a role.

We recognize that for our organization to support a diverse workforce, we must focus on employee wellbeing. We know that to do your best work, you must have flexible, competitive benefit plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a market-leading 401(k) and

profit-sharing plan, a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, family formation benefits in addition to paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), Employee Assistance Program, tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture prioritizes

work-life balance and offers flexible time off plans, inclusive of vacation, holiday, and sick leave. Our goal is to offer a strong benefits foundation while allowing employees the flexibility to choose options that best suit their needs.

At Emerson, we are committed to fostering a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their unique experiences and perspectives. We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas and diversity of thoughts, that inspires innovation and brings the best

solutions to our customers.

This philosophy is fundamental to living our company’s values and our responsibility to leave the world in a better place.  Learn more about our Culture & Values [https://www.emerson.com/en-us/perspectives/culture-and-values] and about Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Emerson [https://www.emerson.com/en-us/careers/diversity-and-inclusion].

Our training programs and initiatives focus on end-to-end development, from

• onboarding through senior leadership. We provide a wide range of development

opportunities, including face-to-face and virtual training, mentorship and coaching, project management, and on-the-job training.

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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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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 [idisability.administrator@emerson.com].

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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