As our Project Pursuit Lead, you’ll be the driving force behind developing winning technical and commercial proposals for Emerson’s **Control Systems & Software **portfolio in the Life Sciences industry. In this pivotal role, you’ll collaborate closely with our Life Sciences Pursuit Managers, Centers of Excellence, and Operations teams to shape high‑quality, competitive, and customer‑centric proposals that open the door to new business opportunities.

You combine strategic insight with strong project management skills and enjoy working across diverse teams. Your ability to translate complex requirements into compelling, well‑crafted proposals ensures alignment with our organizational goals and helps our customers bring life-changing innovations to market. We look forward to seeing your application!

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, Project Pursuit Managers, and Centers of Excellence to ensure alignment on expectations and successful proposal delivery

• Gather, analyze, and translate stakeholder requirements into tailored, value‑driven solutions while acting as a trusted advisor through remote and on‑site engagement

• Lead and oversee the entire proposal process, ensuring high quality, accuracy, compliance, and competitiveness of all technical and commercial submissions

• Collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams (Project Pursuit, Center of Excellence, Operations) to develop innovative and cost‑effective proposal concepts

• Serve as Solution Architect, applying technical expertise to shape concept designs that meet customer needs and Emerson standards

• Coordinate proposal contributors, allocate tasks, monitor progress, drive efficiency through best‑practice methodologies, and support DoA processes including pricing strategies and benchmarks

• Act as a Subject Matter Expert, staying current on industry trends and proactively sharing knowledge to strengthen team capabilities and Life Sciences expertise across DACH

Who You Are:

You build and deliver solutions that meet customer expectations and you establish and maintain effective customer relationships. You effectively communicate in various settings: one-on-one, small and large groups, or among diverse styles and position levels. You adjust communication to fit the audience and the message. You persist in accomplishing objectives despite obstacles and setbacks. You stage activities with relevant milestones and schedules.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Technical or engineering degree

• Fluent German & English language skills

• 3+ years of experience in process automation, Life Sciences/Chemicals, or project engineering/management

• Solid understanding of process automation, DCS, MES, IT infrastructure, networks, and Life Sciences software (RTS / PKM / Digital Twin)

• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple proposals in parallel

• Good knowledge of the Life Sciences industry

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

• A positive mindset, resilience and the ability to stay focused and solution‑oriented under pressure

• Confident in direct customer interaction and expectation management

• Proven experience to lead and motivate cross-functional teams; leadership experience welcomed

• Fluent French language skills

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 value collaboration and teamwork while ensuring our employees feel supported in all aspects of life. As an employer, we believe in walking through life together — celebrating joyful moments and offering strength during challenging times. We’re there to mark life’s milestones with financial support — whether it’s welcoming a new family member, pursuing further education, or getting married — and to provide a helping hand when things get tough through additional leave, insurance coverage, and thoughtful gestures. Our benefits go beyond the basics, offering continued payment of wages in case of illness, bike leasing, and psychological support through our Employee Assistance Program, complemented by local Mental Health First Aiders. To keep our team energized, we also provide an in-house canteen, fresh fruit, and a selection of complimentary beverages.

Our benefits at a glance:

• 30 days of vacation

• Coaching

• Flexible working hours and working from home

• Health measures

• Bicycle leasing

• Accident insurance