Job Description
If you are a Lifecycle Services professional looking for an opportunity to grow, Emerson has a great role for you! As the Engineering Manager based in our San Diego office, you will lead a team of engineers that perform Lifecycle Services (customer service and system upgrades) activities.
At Emerson Power & Water Solutions, we help customers in the world’s most crucial industries tackle the challenges of modern life. As an industry-leading controls automation company, we drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable.
In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Lead the engineering and administrative staff at the San Diego office. Through this team, you will provide local customers with system problem resolutions, field services, system startup coverage, system upgrades, small project implementation, project management, and more, to generate business volume growth and customer satisfaction.
• Interface effectively with key customer personnel, building positive relationships and maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction through outstanding performance.
• Perform monthly project cost reviews and implement procedures to improve efficiency. Review upgrade, project, and service proposals for accurate content and ensure objectives are being met.
• Support the financial, efficiency, and quality objectives for the region: sales volume, margin, customer satisfaction, timely shipments, and high-quality startup and support service.
• Supervise and coordinate personnel, equipment, and financial resources to expand the business volume and profitability of the region.
• Work closely with the Aftermarket Sales Team to develop work scope, implement upgrades and service functions, to improve efficiency and promote teamwork in the region and throughout the organization.
• Mentor and coach team members, fostering a psychologically safe and inclusive environment that supports career growth and development.
  

Who You Are:
You form teams with diverse strengths to create a mix of styles, perspectives, and experience. You build and deliver solutions that meet customer expectations. You use financial analysis to generate, evaluate, and act on strategic options and opportunities. You orchestrate multiple activities simultaneously to accomplish a goal.
For This Role, You Will Need:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 7+ years of related experience
• Willing and able to travel up to 25%
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future
  

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• OV400 certification and prior Ovation and/or DCS experience
• PE (Professional Engineer) or PMP
• Past experience as site manager or project manager
• Past demonstrated leadership abilities
  

Our compensation philosophy is simple: we pay a competitive base salary, within the local market in which we operate, and reward performance during our annual merit review process. The salary/pay range for this role is $105,000 to $170,000 annually + bonuses, commensurate with the skills, talent, capabilities, and experience each candidate brings to a role.
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.
About Us
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.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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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