Applications Project Engineer
Emerson
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- Location
- Houston, TX
- Job type
- Full time
- Posted
- Oct 26
- 2 days ago
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About the company
Emerson
Industrial automation · 10,001+ employees
What you'll do
- Lead major customer-facing projects that involve highly customized solutions and large-scale orders
- Drive high-value projects requiring engagement from bid preparation to purchase order planning and execution
- Engage with customer-facing teams to design and provide solutions aligned with client expectations and requirements
- Serve as the primary technical liaison between customers and internal teams, ensuring clear communication and issue resolution
- Develop project plans, schedules, and resource allocation strategies with operations
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams including sales, marketing, procurement, and operations
- Demonstrate technical competence in electrical design principles through both theoretical knowledge and practical application
- Read and interpret schematics, elevation drawings, technical drawings and datasheets
- Develop, review and approve technical drawings and documentation packages
- Perform simple to intermediate electrical calculations, simulations, and risk assessments
- Ensure projects and builds are in compliance with electrical codes and our product certifications
- Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities for process optimization and cost reduction
- You quickly and decisively take action in fast-changing, unpredictable situations. You are able to adjust communication content and styles to meet the needs of diverse stakeholders. You use milestones to diligently track and manage the progress of the work. You persists in the face of challenges and setbacks.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
- A minimum of 3 years of related engineering experience
- Advanced skills in CAD tools (AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, Creo, EPLAN, or similar 3D software)
- Ability to interpret technical documents and provide application support
- Hands-on testing experience using electrical measurement tools
- Strong understanding of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and international electrical standards
- Excellent communication and project management abilities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams)
- Introductory experience with hazardous area applications, including control systems, instrumentation, and low voltage power distribution
- Knowledge of hazardous location classifications, protection methods (Ex d, Ex e, Ex i), and global standards (NEC, IEC, API)
- Practical electrical engineering experience with low voltage power systems
- Managing projects of various complexities
- Experience in a manufacturing environment with strong teamwork skills
- Familiarity with electrical power distribution and control equipment
- Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical skills
- Excellent organizational abilities and ability to manage tasks and projects effectively
Key skills
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If you are an Applications Project Engineer looking for an opportunity to grow, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you! Based in Houston, TX, you will be in a
critical role in the execution of complex engineered to order projects from conception to completion. These large-scale and customized projects integrate Appleton’s solutions in industrial low-voltage power distribution and control, lighting, and heat trace systems. Your resourcefulness and problem solving abilities will drive exceptional solutions for our customers. Your proactive attitude will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to achieve quality and customer satisfaction.