Emerson Electric

Builds industrial automation tools and software

Project Engineer Intermediate 1

Controls & Automation EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeSan José Province, Escazu, Costa RicaNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Automation, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Instrumentation, or a related technical field.
Minimum of 4 years of hands-on experience in Industrial Automation, including PLC programming and/or DCS systems.
Strong experience programming PLCs and DCS platforms using multiple programming languages, such as Ladder Logic, Function Block Diagrams (FBD), Sequential Function Charts (SFC), and Structured Text.
Demonstrated experience designing, implementing, tuning, and troubleshooting PID control loops and advanced process control strategies.
Solid knowledge of industrial communications and SCADA systems, including protocols such as Modbus RTU, Modbus TCP/IP, IEC 61850, IEC 104, DNP3, and Profibus, with proven troubleshooting and configuration experience.
Experience developing and configuring HMI and SCADA graphical interfaces for industrial applications.
Proven experience executing Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), including participation in at least 4 FATs and 4 commissioning/start-up projects.
Ability to read, interpret, and troubleshoot electrical diagrams, wiring schematics, loop drawings, and P&IDs.
Ability to independently lead projects, coordinate technical resources, and manage customer relationships with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

Design some non-complex solutions with minimal direction.
Design and implement hardware databases, logic, graphics, and data links.
Select hardware and software for project implementation with guidance.
Review application documentation for quality, accuracy, and completeness.
Work with project technical leaders to verify that project requirements are met.
Solve technical problems using standard procedures, modifications of standard procedures, experience, or methods developed in previous assignments.
Work with partners to meet project requirements and deadlines.
Communicate accurately with customers.
Work proactively and independently.
Execute assigned projects and services successfully and ensure high customer satisfaction.
Execute project tasks and site services according to quality, delivery date, and assigned budget.
Lead factory acceptance testing, site acceptance testing, commissioning, and startup activities.
Lead an implementation team working across plant processes and applications through project phases including in-house engineering, factory acceptance testing, and site acceptance testing.
Deliver assigned projects successfully and ensure high customer satisfaction.
Take responsibility for functional design of hardware and software, including reverse engineering in retrofit projects.
Develop implementation and commissioning plans and align them with project requirements.
Supervise remote engineering teams.
Support the supervision of subcontractors during engineering and commissioning phases.
Lead low- to medium-complexity commissioning and plant startups and act as site leader for a small group of 1–3 engineers.
Track project progress, budget performance, and risk assessments, and issue weekly reports.
Acquire knowledge and experience by partnering with more senior technical staff members and subject-matter expert teams.
Mentor less experienced partners as required.
Contribute to updating department technical documentation as required.
Participate in continuous improvement and innovation activities.

Desired Qualifications

Experience with process industries such as power generation, oil and gas, water and wastewater, chemical, mining, food and beverage, or manufacturing.
Experience leading commissioning and startup activities for automation projects.

The SYSS Engineering Group in Latin America provides fully engineered control system solutions for power and process plants in the Americas. The group focuses on installing and replacing plant control systems with Emerson DCS’s (Delta V & Ovation) and Reliability and SCADA Solutions providing engineering design, system integration, testing and commissioning services to deliver comprehensive solutions to our customers. The successful candidate will be an essential part of the group with responsibilities of participating in projects supporting regional offices such us Brazil, Mexico, Argentina and also US Offices.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

Project Engineer role:

With minimal direction can design some non-complex solutions.
Designs and implements hardware database, logics, graphics and datalinks.
With guidance selects hardware and software for project implementation.
Review application documentation for quality, accuracy, and completeness.
Work closely with project technical leader/s to verify the project requirements are met accordingly.
Solve technical problems through the combination of standard procedures, modifications of standard procedures, experience, or methods developed in previous assignments.
Work closely with partners to meet the project requirements and deadlines.
Consistently shows ability to accurately communicate with customers.
Constantly works proactively and independently.
Successful execution of assigned projects/services and ensure high customer satisfaction.
Execute project tasks/site services according to quality, delivery date and assigned budget.
Lead activities like factory acceptance testing, site acceptance testing, commissioning, and startup.

Technical Lead role:

Lead implementation team that works in different plant processes and applications (O&G, Chemical, Mining Power, etc.) participating in the project phases such as In-house Engineering, FAT and SAT).
Successful execution of assigned projects and ensure high customer satisfaction.
Responsible of Functional Design (Hardware and Software) including reverse Engineering in Retrofit Projects.
Develop Implementation and Commissioning Plans and align them with Project Requirements.
Supervise Remote Engineering teams.
Support the supervision of Subcontractors during Engineering, and Commissioning Phases.
Lead Low- Medium Complexity Commissioning and Plant Startups and being able to act a Site Leader of a small group of 1-3 Engineers.
Solve technical problems through the combination of standard procedures, modifications of standard procedures, experience, or methods developed in previous assignments.
Track project’s progress, budget performance and risk assessment and issue weekly reports.
Consistently shows ability to accurately communicate with customers.
Constantly works proactively and independently.

Team Contribution:

Actively participates in the acquisition of knowledge and experience through partnering with more senior technical staff members (SME teams).
Mentor less experienced partners as required.
Contribute to update department’s technical documentation as required.
Participate in Continuous Improvement and Innovation activities.

Who You Are:

You establish and maintain effective customer relationships. You stay aligned with your goals and stay productive. You focus on creating an effective collaborative style.

For This Role, You Will Need:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Automation, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Instrumentation, or a related technical field.
Minimum of 4 years of hands-on experience in Industrial Automation, including PLC programming and/or DCS systems.
Strong experience programming PLCs and DCS platforms using multiple programming languages, such as Ladder Logic, Function Block Diagrams (FBD), Sequential Function Charts (SFC), and Structured Text.
Demonstrated experience designing, implementing, tuning, and troubleshooting PID control loops and advanced process control strategies.
Solid knowledge of industrial communications and SCADA systems, including protocols such as Modbus RTU, Modbus TCP/IP, IEC 61850, IEC 104, DNP3, and Profibus, with proven troubleshooting and configuration experience.
Experience developing and configuring HMI and SCADA graphical interfaces for industrial applications.
Proven experience executing Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), including participation in at least 4 FATs and 4 commissioning/start-up projects.
Ability to read, interpret, and troubleshoot electrical diagrams, wiring schematics, loop drawings, and P&IDs.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to independently lead projects, coordinate technical resources, and effectively manage customer relationships with minimal supervision.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

Experience with process industries such as Power Generation, Oil & Gas, Water/Wastewater, Chemical, Mining, Food & Beverage, or Manufacturing.
Experience leading commissioning and start-up activities for automation projects.

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 competitive benefits plans, a variety of medical insurance plans, Employee Assistance Program, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, vacation and holiday leave.

About the Company

Emerson Electric

Builds industrial automation tools and software

Emerson Electric builds automation equipment and software for organizations that operate factories, utilities, and industrial facilities. Its instruments measure conditions such as pressure and flow, while valves, controllers, and software help operators regulate processes and track equipment performance. DeltaV manages industrial control systems, and the company also develops test and measurement tools used to validate electronic products. Customers pay for equipment, software licenses, and services that support installation, maintenance, and operation across a plant's life. Emerson was founded in 1890 and is headquartered in Clayton, Missouri, in the St. Louis area.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Clayton, MO
Founded: 1890

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