Senior Field Service Engineer

Overview

At Emerson Power & Water Solutions, we help customers in the world’s most crucial industries tackle the challenges of modern life. As an industry-leading controls automation company, we drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. If you are a Field Service Engineer looking for an opportunity to grow and develop professionally, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you!

Based in Riverside, CA, you will be part of a team of customer support engineers who can analyze and solve engineering problems associated with the installation, start-up, and operation of relatively complex distributed control systems, sub-systems, and/or specific control equipment at customer locations.

This role requires extensive travel up to 75%, to include overnights and some weekends. This position offers a Hybrid Work Option when not traveling.

• Perform a variety of related functions such as on-site instruction of customer personnel; writing and modifying maintenance procedures; quality control tests and/or product evaluation.
• Direct efforts of customer personnel engaged in installation of control systems, sub-systems, equipment, or their routine modification/repair.
• Provide direct engineering advisory assistance to the customer, and liaison within the company on issues dealing with the equipment or related matters.
• Create complete and timely reports on all activities with emphasis on defining problems encountered, services.

You understand the importance and interdependence of internal customer relationships. You show a tremendous amount of initiative in tough situations and are exceptional at spotting and seizing opportunities; you acquire data from multiple and diverse sources when solving problems.

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science or a similar technical educational curriculum, or relevant experience in lieu of education
• 5+ years of related experience engaging with customers for the installation of control systems, loading application software, loading, installing and maintaining network equipment
• Be able to travel up to 75% of the time
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future

• Experience programming with PLC and/or DCS software
• Experience with Emerson Ovation software

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 range for this role is $90k-130K annually + OT, 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.

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 are not eligible for hire.

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. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, please contact: idisabil

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