Generator Excitation Project Engineer

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

You will be responsible for the full project lifecycle, from requirements gathering and concept design to hardware/software engineering, simulation, testing, and commissioning.

Project Engineering:

• Analyze project inputs from customer meetings, site surveys, and technical documentation.
• Design and develop generator excitation systems and synchronous motor excitation, including circuit drawings, BOMs, control logic, and system graphics.
• Engineer protection and synchronizing systems for generators and transformers.
• Supervise assembly, installation, and testing of excitation systems.
• Conduct Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT).
• Lead system start-up, commissioning, and performance validation at customer sites.
• Troubleshoot excitation system issues during operation and provide technical support for upgrades.
• Implement control logic from SAMA diagrams and functional descriptions.
• Configure and integrate communication protocols (Modbus, OPC, IEC 61850, DNP3).
• Draft and review system architecture, GA drawings, and network topologies.
• Ensure compliance with IEEE, IEC, NEC, and regional grid codes.
• Maintain ISO-compliant Quality & HSE documentation.
• Collaborate with hardware/software engineering teams and system integrators for timely, high-quality delivery.
• Prepare site execution plans in coordination with project managers.
• Lead site teams for excitation system power-up, redundancy checks, and I/O testing.
• Perform loop checks, device checks, and panel charging.
• Direct testing and fault diagnosis of excitation system devices (analog/binary).
• Diagnose faults in excitation systems, controllers, modules, and communication interfaces.
• Modify logic, graphics, and databases as per customer/site requirements.
• Provide customer-facing reports and coordinate with vendors during commissioning.

Field Services:

Who You Are: 

You should be able to assume responsibility for the outcomes of others. Promotes a sense of urgency and establishes and enforces individual accountability in the team. You should be able to deliver messages in a clear, compelling, and concise manner. Actively listens and checks for understanding. Sets aggressive goals and has high standards. You should be consistently one of the top performers. Pursues everything with energy, drive, and the need to finish as per business needs.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in electrical, control & Instrumentation, power engineering.
• Three (3) to Eight (8) years of experience in generator excitation systems or related electrical engineering fields.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, and technical manuals.
• Ability to interface with vendors & sub-contractors.
• Familiarity with industry standards (e.g., NEC, IEEE, IEC, OSHA).
• Willingness to work in industrial environments and adhere to safety protocols.

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

• Deep understanding of generator excitation principles, generator and transformer protection systems.
• Hands-on experience with FAT/SAT and commissioning of excitation systems.
• Proficiency in electrical circuit design, control systems, and automation tools.
• Knowledge of protective relays, AVRs, CTs, VTs, and substation automation.
• Exposure to renewable energy and grid integration systems.

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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