Job Description
If you are a
Program Manager professional looking for an opportunity to grow your career, Emerson has an exciting role for you! In this position, you will lead cross-functional teams to deliver impactful programs within the Life Sciences industry. You will oversee the full lifecycle of program execution—from charter development to benefits realization—ensuring value delivery, stakeholder engagement, and governance excellence.
This role is part of Emerson’s Systems and Software business, a global leader in process automation, where you will manage DeltaV and DeltaV Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) projects focused on Life Sciences industries.
This position can be located in
Houston, TX, Blue Bell, PA, Durham, NC, Round Rock, or St. Louis, MO.
In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:
This role requires a deep understanding of Life Sciences operations, regulatory environments, and innovation cycles.
- Develop and maintain the Program Charter and Program Management Plan.
- Align individual project plans with overarching program goals and benefits.
- Act as a steward of the program, nurturing organizational support and awareness.
- Identify, assess, and report KPIs to measure program value and manage interdependencies among program components.
- Ensure benefits align with strategic objectives and are sustained post-delivery.
- Assess stakeholder influence, attitudes, and interests; tailor communications to stakeholder needs and expectations.
- Ensure conformance to governance policies and processes, monitor program health, funding, and risks, and escalate critical issues as needed.
- Build and guide high-performing teams, coach and mentor project managers, and foster collaboration and change management.
Who You Are:
You anticipate customer needs and deliver solutions that exceed expectations. You build trust and partnerships by finding common ground and adapting your communication style to diverse audiences. You collaborate effectively, seek feedback, and continuously learn. You understand internal and external partner requirements and work to meet and exceed those expectations.
For This Role, You Will Need:
- Bachelor’s degree in science, engineering or a related field
- 10+ years of experience working on control system projects
- 5+ years as a Program Manager or 10+ years as a Project Manager
- Proven ability to manage complex projects, including scope, financials, schedule, risk, quality, and customer relationships.
- Ability to travel up to 25% to support customer meetings and site activities.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.
Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:
- Experience managing complex, multi-project programs.
- Strong background in strategic planning, governance, and benefits realization.
- Exceptional interpersonal, analytical, and leadership skills.
- Experience in Life Sciences or related fields.
- PMP, PgMP, or similar certification.
Our Culture and 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.
Learn more about our Culture & Values .
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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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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