DCS Programming Field Service Engineer

Job description

If you are an experienced Field Service Engineer professional looking for an opportunity to grow your career, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you! As a Field Service Engineer - DCS Programming based in San Diego, CA , you will play a critical role in programming, installing, maintaining, and upgrading software and hardware to ensure efficient operation of computer networks related to COMNET. You will support the City of San Diego’s network platforms for systems management, operational requests, and issue resolution—helping deliver reliable, secure, and high-performing network services.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be: Perform a variety of related functions such as: on-site instruction of customer personnel; writing and modifying maintenance procedures; quality control tests and/or product evaluation. Direct efforts of customer personnel engaged in installation of control systems, sub-systems, equipment, or their routine modification/repair. Provide direct engineering advisory assistance to the customer, and liaison within the company, on issues dealing with the equipment or related matters.

Create complete and timely reports on all activities with emphasis on defining problems encountered, services.

Who You Are

You understand the importance and interdependence of internal customer relationships. You show a tremendous amount of initiative in tough situations and are exceptional at spotting and seizing opportunities and you acquire data from multiple and diverse sources when solving problems.

For This Role, You Will Need

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or related technical field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 5+ years of experience programming DCS Experience with programming PLC Related experience engaging with customers for the installation of control systems, loading application software, loading, installing, and maintaining network equipment
• Ability to travel up to 75% of the time Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future

Preferred Qualifications

That Set You Apart: Certifications in core programming languages (CSPO, PMI-ACP, etc.)

Our Culture & Commitment to You

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 range for this role is $115,000- 160,540, commensurate with the skills, talent, capabilities, and experience each candidate brings to a role. 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.

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