Early Career Field Service Engineer

Emerson

Houston, TXFresher1h agovia LinkedIn

About the Role

This role offers an early career opportunity as a Field Service Engineer within Emerson's Power & Water Solutions division. You will gain hands-on experience supporting customer sites, commissioning advanced automation systems, troubleshooting technical challenges, and contributing to critical infrastructure projects. The role involves travel and direct engagement with real-world problems.

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.
  • 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.
  • Contribute to the improvement of operational procedures, field documentation, and best practices.
  • Build a deep understanding of critical infrastructure systems supporting 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.
  • Technologies mentioned: virtualization, simulation, remote support platforms, advanced automation and control systems.

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.

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