Water Project Manager Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

If you are an engineering professional looking to grow your impact, we have an exciting opportunity with our Power & Water Solutions business supporting Water Solutions projects based in Novi, MI or Pittsburgh, PA. As an Engineering Project Manager, you will be responsible for leading the execution of automation and controls projects serving the domestic water and wastewater industries. You will work closely with customers and internal teams to deliver reliable, high quality solutions that support critical infrastructure.
Our Power & Water Solutions business provides automation and control solutions for power generation and water and wastewater treatment facilities across North America. We focus on modernizing existing control systems to improve safety, sustainability, and long term performance
In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Lead automation and controls projects from kickoff through closeout
• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, and resources to support successful delivery
• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers throughout the project lifecycle
• Coordinate with internal engineering, field, and commercial teams to meet project objectives
• Track project progress and communicate status, risks, and changes clearly
• Ensure compliance with contractual requirements, safety standards, and Emerson quality procedures
• Support continuous improvement efforts and identify opportunities for follow on work

Who You Are:
You build strong relationships by collaborating openly and delivering on commitments. You anticipate challenges, evaluate options, and take thoughtful action to keep work moving forward. You understand how individual project decisions connect to broader business goals and partner effectively with others to achieve shared outcomes.
For This Role, You Will Need:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, technical discipline, or equivalent
• A minimum of 5 years of project management experience working in an automation, controls, or engineering project environment
• Ability to travel up to 20% based on project needs
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• A collaborative, self directed approach to managing multiple priorities
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Chemical, Mechanical, or Computer Engineering
• Experience supporting automation projects in water/wastewater, power generation, or related industries
• Exposure to a variety of control systems, instrumentation, or equipment manufacturers

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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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.
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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.
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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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