The global power industry is undergoing a transformation, driven by energy transition, grid modernization and increase in power demand. These times ask for a clear value proposition, adapted portfolio of solution, and customer proximity. One of the crucial roles leading the charge to drive this initiative is our marketing communications team. We have an exciting opportunity for you to lead this team, as the Director of Marketing Communications for our Power & Water Solutions (PWS) business!

At Emerson Power & Water Solutions, we help customers in the world's most critical industries address the challenges of modern life. As an industry-leading controls automation company, we drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, and more sustainable! Emerson's five decades of power and water expertise form a reliable and innovative platform that evolves with rapidly changing technology to help improve plant reliability.

As the Director of Marketing Communications for Emerson's Power and Water Solutions (PWS) business, you will be a key architect in crafting and implementing innovative marketing strategies to drive growth for a global business unit generating over $700M in sales. You will lead a high-performing marketing communications team responsible for promoting the Ovation™ Automation Platform, Ovation™ Green Renewable Solutions, Guardian™ brands, and other Industrial Software offerings. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including product, technology, and business development, as well as sales, you will craft and implement impactful campaigns that elevate brand visibility and drive demand. As the brand steward for our business, you will lead all aspects of Marketing Communications spend to ensure strategic alignment and maximum impact in the dynamic landscape of high-tech automation. This position will be based in our PWS headquarters - Pittsburgh, PA.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Developing and implementing a comprehensive marketing communications strategy, using cutting-edge tools, marketing automation, and emerging technologies to raise awareness, foster engagement, and drive demand.
• Leading, mentoring, and developing a marketing communications team to deliver high-quality, impactful campaigns and initiatives that align with business growth objectives.
• Aligning marketing communications plans with business priorities while staying ahead of industry trends and customer needs.
• Managing integrated marketing initiatives, including advertising, content creation, public relations, events, digital marketing, and social media.
• Overseeing trade show event strategies, including booth design, lead generation, and post-event follow-up to ensure maximum impact.
• Leading the annual Ovation Users Group events, including theme creation, content development, promotional campaigns, and event logistics to deliver a premier customer experience.
• Establishing processes for measuring marketing outcomes, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring a measurable return on investment.
• Collaborating with product, technology, sales, and business development teams to deliver cohesive and effective marketing programs that support business objectives.
• Maintaining on-brand, high-quality content aligned with Emerson guidelines, emphasizing technological innovation and industry leadership.
• Managing the marketing communications budget, ensuring strategic allocation of resources and fiscal responsibility.
• Providing insights and recommendations to executive leadership to support global growth initiatives and marketing strategies.

Who You Are:

You demonstrate deep knowledge of business drivers, market dynamics, and customer behavior to advise decisions and guide actions. You develop breakthrough strategies that connect vision with results and can adapt quickly to changing global trends. You excel at solving sophisticated problems, building alignment across teams, and inspiring others to achieve ambitious goals.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• 12+ years of experience in business-to-business marketing, preferably in a technical, B2B setting.
• Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, or a related business field. Equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable.
• Proven success in leading and performing marketing and digital strategies in a matrixed or regional organization.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with a track record of improving marketing programs and customer engagement.
• Outstanding leadership and organizational skills, with the ability to manage and develop a global team while overseeing multiple projects.
• Unwavering attention to detail, quality, and consistency in all communications.
• Proficiency in storytelling, presentation, and digital marketing tools to build compelling and impactful content.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 10% of the time
• Legal authorization to work in the United States

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Industry knowledge in power, renewables, water, and automation preferred.

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.

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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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