E&I Senior Designer

If you are an E&I (Electrical and Instrumentation) Designer looking for an opportunity to grow, Emerson’s North America Engineering Solutions organization has an exciting opportunity for you! Based in our Corpus Christi TX location, you will work on project teams, collaborate with a multitude of diverse professionals, and apply innovative and creative ideas to solve complex problems for our clients. We provide project management, engineering and design services, and supply of control systems hardware and software for control system projects in the refining, chemical, petrochemical, oil and gas production, pulp and paper, pharmaceutical, food and beverage, and power industries.

IN THIS ROLE, YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL BE:

• Work with product technologies such as DeltaV, DeltaV SIS, PLC’s, other third-party devices, and supervise others to produce cabinet/panel designs, installation details, wiring diagrams, loop diagrams, conduit/cable routing, power/grounding design, and related control system/electrical drawings
• Work with the customer as the lead control systems person responsible for technical project scope
• Define and develop estimates, project schedules and construction scope of work documents
• Manage budgets and track project schedule and progress
• Develop and evaluate bid packages for I&E construction, panels, cabinets, and control systems/electrical equipment
• Perform field walkdowns and supervise designers to survey existing instrumentation/electrical equipment, instrument wiring, cable/conduit routing, control rooms, rack rooms and any related control systems/electrical items
Participate in the Factory Acceptance Test (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), commissioning, loop checks, and cutover or start-up at customer sites

WHO YOU ARE: You rely on a mixture of analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgment when making decisions. You quickly and decisively take actions in fact-changing, unpredictable situations. You use milestones to diligently track and manage the progress of the work. You deliver messages in a clear, compelling, and concise manner. You model and encourage the expression of diverse ideas and opinions. You facilitate an open dialogue with a wide variety of contributors and stakeholders.

FOR THIS ROLE, YOU WILL NEED:

• 6 years’ experience designing and implementing cabinet/panel designs, wiring diagrams, loop drawings and other deliverables typical for control systems projects in the Refining, Petrochemical, Specialty Chemicals or other industries

• 1 year experience with supervising and directing designers in the execution of projects, design processes and procedures

• Experience implementing and managing automation design for modernization projects and execution of front-end (FEED) studies

• Knowledge and application of Industry Codes and Standards (e.g. ISA, NEC).

• Experience with computer aided design tools (AutoCAD and/or MicroStation) and MS Office application suite.

• Willingness to travel up to 30% domestically

• Must be comfortable in plant sites, and possess the ability to navigate staircases, ladders, scaffolding, and catwalks

• Legal authorization to work in the United States - Sponsorship will not be provided for this position.
  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS THAT SET YOU APART:

• Associate's Degree in a technical field of study

• Experience implementing automation design for grassroots projects

• Experience with instrumentation, including transmitters, analyzers, control valves,and on-off valves

• Experience with electrical equipment sizing and load calculations

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.

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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.

Work Authorization

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 such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

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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. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

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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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