Remote Support Jobs in Butler, PA (NOW HIRING)

JOB DESCRIPTION

Powering the world. Protecting its most vital resources.

The future needs engineers who are ready to get out in the field, solve real-world problems, and make an impact.

What if your first engineering role took you beyond the office and directly into the facilities that power communities and provide clean water every day?

At Emerson's Power & Water Solutions, you'll work on technology that supports some of the world's most critical infrastructure. Our industry-leading automation and control solutions help power generation and water treatment facilities operate more safely, efficiently, and sustainably across North America.

https://www.emerson.com/en-us/automation/ovation

As an Early Career Field Service Engineer, you'll have the opportunity to work from C ranberry 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 is more than a traditional engineering role. You'll travel, solve problems in real time, work alongside experienced engineers, and see firsthand how your work helps deliver reliable power and clean water to communities across the country.

Through structured training, mentorship, and exposure to industry-leading technologies including virtualization, simulation, and remote support platforms, you'll build the skills and experience needed to launch a rewarding engineering career.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• 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

Who You Are:

You encourage open dialogue to discuss alternative perspectives. You break down objectives into appropriate initiatives and actions. You have great listening skills and enjoy building relationships with others. You readily tackle new challenges and stay focused when solving complex problems in dynamic environments.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• 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 That Set You Apart:

• 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

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

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.

ABOUT US

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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