Field Service Engineer

Emerson

Field Service Engineer at Emerson supporting installation and operation of control systems. Diagnosing issues and providing technical guidance to enhance automated processes at customer sites.

Posted 6/2/2026full-timeHouston • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage and coordinate field service projects, including planning and scheduling activities to meet customer and project needs
Lead technical and project meetings, documenting outcomes clearly
Design, review, implement, and test control systems for power and water applications
Develop and maintain control system databases, logic, and operator interfaces
Support installation, startup, commissioning, and troubleshooting at customer sites
Provide technical guidance and engineering support to customers and internal teams
Conduct site walkdowns and develop cost estimates for retrofit engineering and installation projects
Develop technical specifications and coordinate with third-party vendors
Evaluate contractor bids for installation work
Build and sustain strong, trust-based customer relationships through clear and professional verbal and written communication skills

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, related STEM degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience
2+ years of related experience.
Understanding basic networking and computer assembly/troubleshooting experience
Strong communication skills
Be able to travel up to 50-75% of the time. The travel requirement will be seasonal
Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future

Benefits

Comp & perks

a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage
Employee Assistance Program
401(k)
tuition reimbursement
employee resource groups
recognition
flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave

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Hard Skills & Tools

control systems designcontrol systems implementationcontrol systems testingdatabase developmentlogic developmentoperator interface developmentinstallation supporttroubleshootingcost estimationtechnical specifications development

Soft Skills

communication skillsproject managementcustomer relationship managementtechnical guidanceteam collaborationdocumentation skillsleadershipproblem-solvingorganizational skillsverbal communication

Certifications

Bachelor's degree in engineeringBachelor's degree in computer scienceSTEM degree