Early Career Field Service Engineer

Emerson

Charlotte, NCFresher1h agovia LinkedIn

Posted 15 Nov 2026, 06:11 ET · Verified open on LinkedIn 15 Nov, 07:20 ET

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Who can apply
New grads and up to 1 year · Bachelor's degree
Must know
TroubleshootingOperations
Work
On-site in Charlotte
Pay
$75K–$80K a year
Skill demand
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About the Role

As an Early Career Field Service Engineer, you will have the opportunity to work from Cranberry Township, PA, or one of our regional offices in Tinley Park, IL, Charlotte, NC, Warren, NJ, Houston, TX, or Riverside, CA. In this role, you'll gain hands-on experience supporting customer sites, commissioning advanced automation systems, troubleshooting complex technical challenges, and helping bring critical infrastructure projects to life. This role offers structured training, mentorship, and exposure to industry-leading technologies including virtualization, simulation, and remote support platforms.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the installation, startup, commissioning, and maintenance of advanced automation and control systems at customer sites
  • Work directly with customers to troubleshoot technical challenges and deliver effective solutions
  • Learn industry-leading technologies through hands-on field experience and mentorship from experienced engineers
  • Assist with system testing, quality assurance activities, and performance evaluations
  • Provide on-site and remote support during project implementation and system upgrades
  • Participate in customer training sessions and Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs)
  • Collaborate with project teams, contractors, and customers to ensure successful project execution
  • Develop strong technical, problem-solving, and customer relationship skills through real-world experience
  • Contribute to the improvement of operational procedures, field documentation, and best practices
  • Build a deep understanding of critical infrastructure systems that support power generation and water treatment operations

Requirements & Tech Stack

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Knowledge of engineering fundamentals, design principles, and problem-solving methodologies
  • Strong analytical thinking and a passion for troubleshooting technical challenges
  • Curiosity, adaptability, and a willingness to learn new technologies
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
  • Ability to travel up to 80% as required

Preferred Qualifications

  • Internship, co-op, research, capstone, or other hands-on technical project experience
  • Exposure to automation, controls, software, simulation, or related technologies
  • Experience working on team-based projects
  • Leadership experience through student organizations, athletics, volunteer activities, or engineering clubs
  • Passion for technology, innovation, and continuous learning

Compensation

The salary for this role ranges from $75,000 - $80,000 annually, commensurate with the skills, talent, capabilities, and experience each candidate brings to a role.

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