Field Engineer – Excitation Associate

Emerson

Entry-level Excitation Field Service Engineer supporting application and commissioning of excitation systems for power projects. Collaborating with cross-functional teams at Emerson Power & Water Solutions in Cranberry Township, PA.

Posted 5/5/2026full-timeCranberry Township • Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Apply and integrate excitation subsystem components into fully functional excitation/voltage regulator systems that meet customer specifications.
Perform factory acceptance testing to verify that systems meet customer and project specifications.
Travel to customer sites to conduct walkdowns, installations, maintenance, site acceptance testing, and commissioning activities.
Acquire, prepare, and maintain the necessary test equipment and tools to successfully execute field assignments.
Maintain a clear understanding of project scope, schedule, hours of work, and key delivery milestones.
Proactively inform the Project Manager of any conditions, findings, or customer requests that may affect scope, schedule, cost, or safety.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent combination of education and experience
Knowledge of engineering fundamentals, design principles, and problem-solving methods
A problem-solver's mindset, with the ability to analyze information and think creatively to find solutions
Be able to travel up to 80% of the time
Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

Benefits

Comp & perks

This position offers a Hybrid Work Option when not traveling.
Training opportunities to further enhance your technical and field service skills.
Employee development programs.

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Hard Skills & Tools

excitation subsystem componentsvoltage regulator systemsfactory acceptance testingsite acceptance testingcommissioning activitiestest equipment maintenanceengineering fundamentalsdesign principlesproblem-solving methods

Soft Skills

problem-solving mindsetanalytical thinkingcreativitycommunicationproactive reporting

Certifications

Bachelor's degree in engineering