Lead Engineer-DCS

Lead Engineer-DCS

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

Hardware Engineering Leadership

• Lead hardware engineering for DCS projects: architecture, cabinet design, I/O distribution, marshalling philosophy, network layout, and 3rd party interfaces.

• Define deliverables, plan execution, allocate work to engineers/designers/drafters, and ensure schedule, quality, and budget adherence.

• Drive and actively participate in technical reviews; drive risk identification, mitigation planning, and technical decision closure with cross-functional stakeholders.

• Act as the technical focal point for cabinet build execution; resolve assembly queries related to wiring practices, power distribution, component selection, and layout compliance.

   

Project Execution & Deliverables

• Review customer specifications and inputs; identify gaps/risks and coordinate clarifications with stakeholders.

• Prepare/review hardware deliverables such as system configuration drawings, cabinet GA, wiring/termination design package, BOM, and documentation aligned to internal processes.

• Coordinate with assembly/supply chain teams to ensure build readiness and timely resolution of design/assembly queries. 

   

FAT / Site Support / Commissioning

• Plan and support Hardware FAT activities; ensure issues are tracked, resolved, and closed with proper documentation.

• Provide technical support during installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting (controllers, I/O, workstations/servers, system loading, network issues).

• Travel to Emerson factories and project sites for supervision and commissioning activities.

• Support customer trainings and handover activities where applicable. 

 

Engineering Deliverables & Documentation Control

• Review customer specifications and engineering inputs for completeness; initiate clarifications and document deviations/assumptions where required.

• Lead preparation and review of hardware deliverables (as applicable to project scope): cabinet GA/layout, wiring/termination deliverables, I/O segregation and distribution, network/interface documentation, and engineering design specifications.

• Ensure rigorous configuration control and traceability for revisions and submissions, aligned to internal engineering workflow/checklists.

 

Quality, Compliance & Continuous Improvement

• Ensure full adherence to internal quality processes and project engineering checklists; maintain audit-ready records and support ISO/quality/HSE audits when required.

• Capture lessons learned and drive standardization improvements (templates, design practices, review rigor) to improve delivery quality and engineering efficiency. 

• Coach and technically develop engineers/designers through guidance, design reviews, and knowledge-sharing.

 

Who You Are:

You show a tremendous amount of initiative in tough situations; are exceptional at spotting and seizing opportunities. You deliver messages in a clear, compelling and concise manner and actively listens and checks for understanding. You enjoy challenge of unfamiliar tasks and seek innovative approaches to tackle a problem.

 

For This Role, You Will Need:

 

• Degree in Engineering (Electronics & Communication, Instrumentation & Control, or equivalent field)

• 10 years' project engineering and commissioning experience in field of DCS / PLCs

• Proficiency with one or more DCS/PLC platforms (e.g., ABB 800xA / Bailey INFI 90 / Symphony Harmony, Yokogawa Centum VP/ CS3000, Siemens T3000 / TXP, GE Mark V / VI, Mitsubishi DIASYS Netmation, Invensys, Honeywell XPKS, MaxDNA, Alstom Alspa320, Schneider, Siemens PLCs & SCADA etc.)

• Experience supporting multi-stakeholder execution involving engineering centers, front offices, customers, and integrators/vendors.

• Ability to interface third party systems with DCS using commonly used industrial protocols like Modbus, DNP3 etc.

• Hands‑on understanding of DCS hardware: controllers, I/O modules, marshalling/termination concepts, redundancy, grounding/shielding practices, and control cabinets.

• Ability to lead technical discussions, coordinate across teams, and drive closure of technical actions. 

• Experience with Ovation DCS hardware engineering and related tools/processes.

• Exposure to virtualization/server setup and control network configuration/troubleshooting.

• Prior experience coordinating with panel assembly centers/vendors and supporting FAT/site execution.

• Experience in third‑party interfaces/industrial communication exposure (advantage). 
    

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Problem-solving, decision-making, and planning skills

• Ability to write reports, business correspondence and commissioning documents

• Ability to optimally present information and respond to queries from management, clients and customers

• Experience of working on either Thermal/Combined Cycle or Water Treatment projects

• Knowledge of datalinks (Modbus RTU / TCP-IP, ELC, Profibus, OPC)

• Ability to effectively handle multiple stakeholders

 

 

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

 

WHY EMERSON 

Our Commitment to Our People

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.

At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.

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ABOUT EMERSON 

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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Experience Level

Senior Level