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Clean Air Engineering is Hiring a Field Scientist Near Palatine, IL

FIELD ENGINEER/SCIENTIST – ENTRY LEVEL

Clean Air Engineering is a leading engineering and consulting company. We are currently seeking full-time entry-level engineers/scientists interested in performing air emissions measurements and testing air quality at industrial sites.

OBJECTIVE:
This position is responsible for working together in a team to conduct air measurement programs. The work is mostly conducted according to predetermined methodologies. This work is performed in a manner that has safety as its highest priority while collecting data that gives our clients the utmost confidence in our results.

The Field Engineer/Scientist has, at a minimum, attained a 4-year degree (Bachelor of Science) in an engineering or science discipline from an accredited college. This person may at times function as a technician or another non-engineering role as necessary.

NATURE AND SCOPE OF THE POSITION:

This position primarily functions on field projects at heavy industrial sites (power plants, oil refineries, waste incinerators, aluminum plants, etc.) performing air measurements. The incumbent will, at times, also work in the office, warehouse or laboratory performing essential tasks as required.

The incumbent will constantly evaluate test procedures and practices and, using their engineering knowledge, initiate and complete continuous improvement projects. They will assist the Field Test Leader by performing necessary testing duties in the field. In addition, the Field Engineer/Scientist will learn more about the process being tested and determine additional ways to provide customer value.

In the office, the incumbent will work under the guidance of the Technical Leader and Business Leader. They will develop new and improved equipment, procedures and methods to increase the overall efficiency of the group.

TYPICAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position requires attainment of basic responsibilities and knowledge listed below

  • Safety of crew
  • Equipment packing/unpacking/setup
  • Gas meter operation/probe movement
  • Sample train recovery techniques and analysis
  • Complete knowledge of EPA Methods 1, 2, 3/3B, 4, and 5/5B. The ability to perform these test methods, analyses, and calculations.
  • Participates in safety activities to ensure safe technical operations for office, laboratory and field personnel
  • Documentation and improvements to existing test protocols
  • Design and development of new test equipment
  • Explore existing technologies for application to source testing
  • Continuously improve data manipulation and reporting procedures
  • Work to stabilize variation and error in measurement systems and minimize effect on results

TARGET COMPETENCIES:

Safety/Housekeeping

  • Continuous monitoring and improvement of housekeeping/safety practices/procedures
  • Participate in and support corrective action

Coordination:

  • Client/control room/vendors/plant

Professional:

  • Represent Clean Air
  • Interpersonal
  • Managing conflict
  • Communication
  • Ability to work on a team
  • Ability to motivate others

Personal Attributes:

  • Intellectual capacity
  • Detail oriented
  • Calm and tactful in difficult situations
  • Multi-tasking skills

BENEFITS:
Medical, 401(k), prescription drug plan, short and long term disability, tuition reimbursement, vacation pay and life insurance. Salary is commensurate with experience.
Must pass drug screen, criminal background check and motor vehicle record review. Must have a valid driver's license.

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CleanAir is an equal opportunity employer, offering challenging career opportunities, training, competitive compensation, and a drug-free/smoke-free working environment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $52,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift

Willingness to travel:

  • 75% (Required)

Work Location: In person

Job Summary

JOB TYPE

Full Time

INDUSTRY

Business Services

SALARY

$124k-154k (estimate)

POST DATE

07/29/2023

EXPIRATION DATE

05/21/2024

WEBSITE

cleanairengineering.com

HEADQUARTERS

Pittsburgh, PA

SIZE

<25

INDUSTRY

Business Services

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