Project Engineer

Emerson
Emerson

Xi'an, Shaanxi, China

Posted on Jun 24, 2026

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

  • Complete DCS system input Analysis, IO assignment, Subsystem interlock, sequence programming and analog control.

  • Be able to Complete software OVATION DCS general engineering, including database, graphics, logic and testing

  • Support trouble shooting

  • Support business partner for IFAT/FAT verification.

  • Support site survey and site commissioning

  • Engage in team development activities. Including but not limited to standardization/ technical sharing/ package solution optimizations.

Who You Are:

You gain insight into customer needs. You efficiently communicate in various settings: one-on-one, small and large groups, or among diverse styles and position levels. You build collaboration allowing others across the organization to achieve shared objectives!

For This Role, You Will Need:

  • Bachelor’s degree or above in related fields, such as instrument and control engineering, electronic engineering, etc.

  • Familiar with PLC or DCS SW system design and engineering, such as OVATION, Simens, ABB, etc.

  • Good ability to analyze and solve problems with strong nimble learning, able to complete design tasks independently.

  • Team player with proactive coordination mindset, able to communicate effectively with different departments to understand and meet project needs.

  • English is working language.

  • Willing to accept business travel arrangements.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

  • Work experience in a relevant field, especially in Power plant / Renewable/ Water Industry, capability of other DCS products retrofit experience is preferred.

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, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.


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.

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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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The main responsibilities of project engineer (software) include being responsible for the software design, engineering, testing, customer clarification and design review, IFAT FAT and site commissioning to ensure that DCS engineering meet customer requirements and project demand. The role needs to collaborate with operation team to solve technical problems related in design and engineering and ensure the timely and quality completion of the projects. Dedicate for oversea projects.