Applications Engineer

Are you looking for a dynamic, customer‑facing engineering role where your technical expertise truly makes an impact? As an

• Applications Engineer at Emerson
• , you will partner closely with the sales team to deliver innovative automation solutions to customers across North America. This role is
• fully remote
• , with a preferred location in
• Detroit, MI; Florham Park, NJ; Cleveland, OH; Chicago, IL; or Indianapolis, IN

•. In this role, you will work hands‑on with customers and internal teams to solve real‑world challenges and support successful product deployments. You will dive into technical details, address complex problems, and translate insights into clear, compelling guidance on product capabilities, limitations, and best‑fit applications. Acting as a trusted advisor, you will help customers adopt new technologies that improve efficiency, reliability, and performance.

• In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Put customers first by understanding their challenges and identifying effective technical solutions Support customer applications involving pneumatics, fieldbus systems, I/O, and electric actuation Provide hands‑on support during startup and commissioning of new applications Create and deliver engaging product and solution demonstrations Present technical workshops to customers and formal training courses to Emerson teams Conduct plant tours, site inspections, and customer visits Interpret pneumatic circuits from schematics and diagrams Provide on‑site emergency technical support when required Attend and support tradeshows, industry events, and customer engagements Assist customers in modernizing from older, legacy products and systems Write technical articles, application notes, and contribute to the product knowledge base Serve as a subject matter expert on customer support cases Design, assemble, test, and simulate systems to diagnose and resolve reported product issues Collaborate with marketing, product management, engineering, sales, production, and quality teams Utilize Salesforce.

com‑based tools for activity tracking and reporting

• Who You Are:

• You communicate effectively in one‑on‑one conversations, small groups, and large audiences, adapting your message to diverse styles and experience levels.

You build trust by listening closely, asking thoughtful questions, and translating technical information into clear, practical guidance. You approach complex challenges with curiosity and structure, applying sound judgment and technical expertise to deliver solutions that align with customer needs. Through collaboration and accountability, you help bridge the gap between technology and application while ensuring strong customer outcomes.

• For This Role, You Will Need:

• A bachelor's degree in Engineering or another STEM field or equivalent practical experience (such as 7+ years of industrial automation experience focused on pneumatic control) Working knowledge of pneumatic valves, pneumatic actuators, grippers, electric slide actuators, electric grippers, pressure sensors, flow sensors, and proportional regulators Experience with industrial communication protocols such as Profibus, Modbus TCP/RTU, CANopen, DeviceNet, Profinet, Ethernet/lP, and EtherCAT Strong verbal and written communication skills Ability to travel approximately 25% of the time (about one week per month) A valid U.

S. driver's license Authorization to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship

• Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Experience presenting technical concepts to non‑technical audiences Machine safety or safety control systems certifications or qualifications Experience working at a systems integrator, particularly in pneumatic or motion control applications Exposure to stepper motors, linear drives, and electric linear motion control Experience supporting high‑uptime industrial systems Familiarity with a broad range of industrial processes A strong interest or passion for industrial automation •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.

• Total Rewards Philosophy:

• At Emerson, our employee's passion for innovation and results drives our success.

We actively pursue new technologies, capabilities and approaches to drive tangible value for our customers. To reward this passion for innovation and results, Emerson makes meaningful investments in our people. We provide competitive compensation, integrated benefits offerings and fulfilling career journeys that support the growth of each employee. We firmly believe that when Emerson is successful in achieving its operational and financial goals, our employees share in the company's success. The salary range for this role

• $76,000 - 120,000 annually
• , and eligible for performance-based bonus paid quarterly, commensurate with the skills, talent, capabilities, and experience each candidate brings to the role. \#LI-AK1 WHY EMERSON (https://www1.emerson.com/en/corporate/careers/meet-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

(https://www1.emerson.com/en/corporate/about-us) 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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• Requisition ID
• : 26005462Emerson 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.