Emerson · 14 hours ago
Project Application Engineer
Houston, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expEmerson is a global leader in automation technology and software, and they are seeking a Project Application Engineer to provide technical engineering and sales support for customer projects related to their product families. The role involves collaborating with sales channels, providing technical solutions, and ensuring effective communication between customers and internal teams.
IndustrialElectronicsSoftwareManufacturingInternet of ThingsIndustrial AutomationLighting
No H1B
Responsibilities
Acting as the technical lead in evaluating project RFQs, including the creation and submittal of quotations
Coordinating and providing leadership to the initial Sales Strategy meetings with sales channel and internal Emerson partners
Providing an interface between the sales channel and the customer for assigned project
Supporting market-price generation, optimized margin, and technical sales support
Partnering with key customers including but not limited to sales managers, product managers, engineering, planners, buyers, manufacturing engineering, and finance to optimize profit and provide quick technical solutions to customers
Being proficient in ASME, ASTM, and API standards
Reading and understanding customer specifications relating to Isolation Valve Products
Developing contractual documents directly with customers and/or suppliers, including the review of Terms and Conditions
Assisting sales field concerning product applicability and special customer requirements
Assisting factories by defining and coordinating special customer product modifications to ensure customer requirements and industry standards are understood throughout phases of execution
Modifying and approving documentation according to customer requests
Ensuring customer response times are at their optimal level
Using processes to continually improve to exceed customer expectations. A key focus will be updating, developing, and implementing standard work
Maintaining key data for daily, weekly, monthly use
Assisting with pricing of customers’ proposals
Providing wide-ranging support by phone and e-mail support to customers
Working with multi-functional teams to provide accurate information and quotes
Assisting in new process and/or product development
Analyzing common product or process problems and coordinating solutions
Promoting customer awareness among all employees
Acting as a liaison between sales, engineering, operations, and other internal departments
Attending/leading in person and/or virtual meetings with sales and customers
Participating in project kickoff meetings
Drafting periodic status reports as requested
Performing any other duties as assigned by the Project Quotations Manager
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a related technical field is required
2 years' experience working in an engineering/manufacturing environment required
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to lead multi-functional teams and drive accurate completion of proposals and subsequent collection of orders
Skilled in Microsoft Word and Excel
Strong math skills and detail oriented
Good organizational skills and problem-solving abilities are vital to success
Legal Authorization to work in the United States – sponsorship will not be provided for this role
Preferred
Experience with Mechanical, Chemical, or Industrial engineering is preferred
A Technical knowledge of isolation valves, actuator types, sizing and associated control systems is highly desired
Experience working with Oracle and a CRM tool would be valuable
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Benefits
Medical insurance plans
Dental and vision coverage
Employee Assistance Program
401(k)
Tuition reimbursement
Employee resource groups
Recognition
Paid parental leave (maternal and paternal)
Vacation and holiday leave
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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