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 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:

• Bachelors or Masters 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.