Hardware Engineer - Project Execution

If you are a Hardware Engineer Iooking for an opportunity to grow your career, Emerson has an exciting new opportunity. This role provides the opportunity to apply technical expertise in hardware components, cabinet configurations/design, and system layouts to deliver cost effective, high quality solutions that meet customer and project requirements.

Based at our Headquarters office in Cranberry Township, PA, you will support project execution by translating engineering needs into accurate hardware designs and bills of material, helping ensure on-time delivery while improving manufacturing efficiency. At Emerson, you will collaborate across engineering, project management, manufacturing, and supply chain teams in a culture grounded in innovation, integrity, collaboration, and inclusion.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Utilize knowledge of hardware components, cabinet layout variations, marshalling configurations, cabinet cabling, and I/O module options to develop best-cost solutions aligned with customer requirements.
• Support hardware ordering objectives to meet project milestones and on-time delivery commitments.
• Perform hardware engineering activities for assigned projects, including system layouts, cabinet configurations, and design development using AutoCAD or comparable design tools.
• Develop, maintain, and update accurate bills of material within the ordering system, including preparing and processing change notices as needed.
• Maintain the AEO controlled parts list to ensure accuracy, consistency, and alignment with established standards.
• Partner with marketing and proposals teams to support improved hardware cost estimates.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, project management, supply chain, and manufacturing partners to resolve issues and support smooth project execution.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to standardize designs, enhance processes, and improve cost, quality, and delivery performance.

Who You Are:

You build partnerships and work collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. You plan and prioritize work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals, even when balancing multiple projects. You make sound and timely decisions by evaluating technical requirements, cost considerations, and delivery needs. You gain the confidence and trust of others through clear communication, consistency, and a strong sense of ownership.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, or a related STEM discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience.
• 2+ years of related professional experience in engineering, ideally within electrical systems, automation, controls, or a closely related technical discipline.
• Ability to interpret customer and project requirements related to hardware design, cabinet layouts, marshalling, cabling, and I/O configurations.
• Experience creating and maintaining bills of material and supporting engineering change processes with strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency using engineering or business systems and comfort working with structured part lists and controlled items.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively across engineering, project management, and manufacturing teams.
• Authorization to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporaryvisas such as E, F-1 (including those with OPT or CPT), H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who needsponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• 5+ years of experience, as above.
• Demonstrated experience designing or implementing electrical and/or control systems in industrial, power generation, or automation environments.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD or comparable CAD tools used for electrical, cabinet, or wiring design.
• Experience supporting cost-reduction or manufacturing efficiency initiatives through design optimization or parts standardization.

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.