Project Application Engineer

Emerson
Houston, TX
Do you value moving a project to completion with your technical expertise and customer communication skills? If so, then this is your next opportunity with Isolation valves Inside Sales Org. As the Project Application Engineer you will provide technical engineering and sales support for customer projects related to Emerson's product families. You will also assist with the specification of applicable Isolation Valve products based on an analysis of the customer's needs and factory capabilities. In addition, will promote the successful sale and execution of North American and global projects that incorporate the Vanessa, KTM, Virgo and Keystone product lines. We look forward to seeing your application!

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

Provide Support to Sales Channel by:
  • Acting as the technical lead in evaluating project RFQs, including the creation and submittal of quotations.
  • Coordinating and providing leadership to the initial Sales Strategy meetings with sales channel and internal Emerson partners.
  • Providing an interface between the sales channel and the customer for assigned project
Provide Technical Support by:

  • Supporting market-price generation, optimized margin, and technical sales support.
  • Partnering with key customers including but not limited to sales managers, product managers, engineering, planners, buyers, manufacturing engineering, and finance to optimize profit and provide quick technical solutions to customers.
  • Being proficient in ASME, ASTM, and API standards.
  • Reading and understanding customer specifications relating to Isolation Valve Products.
  • Developing contractual documents directly with customers and/or suppliers, including the review of Terms and Conditions.
  • Assisting sales field concerning product applicability and special customer requirements.
  • Assisting factories by defining and coordinating special customer product modifications to ensure customer requirements and industry standards are understood throughout phases of execution.
  • Modifying and approving documentation according to customer requests.
  • Ensuring customer response times are at their optimal level.
  • Using processes to continually improve to exceed customer expectations. A key focus will be updating, developing, and implementing standard work.
  • Maintaining key data for daily, weekly, monthly use.
  • Assisting with pricing of customers' proposals.
  • Providing wide-ranging support by phone and e-mail support to customers.
  • Working with multi-functional teams to provide accurate information and quotes.
  • Assisting in new process and/or product development.
  • Analyzing common product or process problems and coordinating solutions.
  • Promoting customer awareness among all employees.
  • Acting as a liaison between sales, engineering, operations, and other internal departments.
  • Attending/leading in person and/or virtual meetings with sales and customers.
  • Participating in project kickoff meetings.
  • Drafting periodic status reports as requested.
  • Performing any other duties as assigned by the Project Quotations Manager.
Who You Are:

You persist in accomplishing objectives despite obstacles and setbacks. You gain insight into customer needs. You ask the right questions to accurately analyze situations. You step up to challenges, seeing them as opportunities.

For This Role, You Will Need:

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a related technical field is required. Experience with Mechanical, Chemical, or Industrial engineering is preferred.
  • 2 years' experience working in an engineering/manufacturing environment required.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to lead multi-functional teams and drive accurate completion of proposals and subsequent collection of orders
  • Skilled in Microsoft Word and Excel.
  • Strong math skills and detail oriented.
  • Good organizational skills and problem-solving abilities are vital to success.
  • Legal Authorization to work in the United States - sponsorship will not be provided for this role
Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

  • A Technical knowledge of isolation valves, actuator types, sizing and associated control systems is highly desired. Experience working with Oracle and a CRM tool would be valuable.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Flexible Work Schedule

This role has the flexibility of a remote work option up to one day a week. Our teams work together to ensure our chosen work schedules enable our creativity and efficiency as we serve the needs of our customers.

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 phenomenal 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 teams with varied strengths, 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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ABOUT US

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.


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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If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, please contact: [email protected] .

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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Posted 2026-03-15

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