Emerson · 1 day ago
Senior Hydro Controls Engineer
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
$129K/yr - $167K/yr
7+ years expEmerson is a global leader in automation technology and software, and they are seeking a Senior Hydro Controls Engineer to join their Hydro Controls Engineering team. This role involves leading engineering efforts for retrofit solutions within the North American hydro power industry, designing control systems, and serving as a subject matter expert for hydro-related control systems and plant operations.
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Responsibilities
Lead engineering efforts for retrofit solutions within the North American hydro power industry
Design and develop Hydro Governor and Plant Control systems
Interpret technical specifications to create mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical control solutions
Program and adapt control logic styles, including Ladder Logic, Structured Text, and Flow Diagrams
Work with electrical and hydraulic schematics to ensure accurate system integration
Configure and adapt PLC and HMI software for custom applications
Support Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) and commission systems at customer sites
Develop control narratives and hardware/software test procedures
Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) for hydro-related control systems and plant operations
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering, a technical field, or equivalent experience
7+ years of experience in controls and automation
Hands-on experience with design and commissioning of control systems for hydro power plants and turbine governor systems
Proficiency in PLC and HMI programming/configuration (Rockwell, Siemens, Schneider) and/or DCS systems
Knowledge of communication networks such as Modbus, Ethernet/IP, Profinet, and DNP3
Ability to serve as the primary technical contact for customers
Willingness to travel up to 30% domestically to support projects
Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future
Preferred
10+ years of relevant experience in controls and automation
Ability to analyze and implement engineering designs for logic or digital circuitry, motor controls, instrumentation, or data acquisition systems
Experience with pumped storage station controls
Emerson Ovation experience
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits
Company
Emerson
Emerson is an technology & engineering company providing innovative solutions for customers in industrial and residential markets.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
Lal Karsanbhai
President and Chief Executive Officer
Vidya Ramnath
Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer
Recent News
2025-11-11
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