Combustion Engineer Scientist
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Job Location:
Durham County, NC - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
ERG is a research and consulting firm that provides a wide range of support to federal state and commercial clients. ERG offers multidisciplinary teams with nationally recognized skills in engineering science economics public health informational technology and communications. We hire people with the best minds and then provide them with a vibrant and flexible environment in which to develop their careers. The qualified individual must be highly motivated with the skills to prioritize perform and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment.
We are seeking a highly motivated Combustion Engineer or Scientist to join our growing technical team. This role is ideal for a driven professional with strong academic training in Mechanical Engineering Chemical Engineering Environmental Science or a related field who is eager to take ownership of complex projects and contribute to meaningful environmental and combustion research.
The successful candidate will initially focus on hands-on technical execution and will quickly grow into opportunities to lead projects influence technical direction and support team development.
Job Description:
- Troubleshoot evaluate design and operate advanced combustion systems
- Partner with environmental scientists engineers and technical specialists to support combustion source measurements for the EPA
- Diagnose and resolve operational issues within combustion facilities including control systems replacement part sourcing and repair coordination
- Configure sampling equipment and collect emissions data in accordance with EPA methodologies (e.g. Method 5)
- Design and implement sampling systems including continuous emissions monitoring technologies such as gas analyzers FTIR and particle measurement instruments
- Analyze and review data to ensure alignment with project quality objectives while identifying opportunities for process improvement
- Collaborate directly with EPA personnel through technical meetings and operational initiatives
- Maintain accurate handwritten and electronic records in compliance with records management standards
- Execute all work in accordance with established safety and quality assurance protocols
Qualifications and Skills:
- Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering Chemical Engineering Environmental Science Environmental Technology or a related discipline from an accredited institution
- 210 years of experience in a research or testing environment with exposure to combustion systems
- Demonstrated experience implementing safety protocols including authoring safety guidance documents
- Strong technical proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word data acquisition systems PLC programming and industrial control configuration
- Hands-on mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot and operate complex systems such as furnaces
- Skilled in the use of hand tools for equipment installation and repair
- Solid understanding of combustion principles including fuel stoichiometry and criteria pollutants
- Ability to interpret technical manuals equipment documentation and laboratory procedures
- Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
- Experience applying EPA air emissions methodologies
- Proven ability to write technical documentation including safety plans operational procedures facility manuals and technical reports
- Occasional lifting up to 35 lbs. (<5%)
- Climbing (<10%)
- Regular use of industrial PPE including safety glasses protective footwear lab coats and gloves (60%)
- Limited exposure to hot or cold environments (<5%)
- Work in moderate industrial noise environments (<10%)
$60000 - $90000 a year
ERG offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits including health and dental insurance life insurance long-term disability educational benefits FSAs a generous 401k plan profit sharing an EAP 11-20 paid vacation days per year 10 paid holidays per year 56 hours or more of sick leave (based on the state you work in) per year (pro-rated for part-time) and more. The salary range for all positions depends on the years and type of experience.
ERG is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable EEOC regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age race color religion sex sexual preference national origin disability or status as a protected veteran.
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If youre a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ERGs online application process as a result of your disability. To request accommodation please contact Human Resources via email at emailprotected or call .
ERG fosters a friendly flexible work environment. ERGers are dedicated to serving clients who are committed to making the world a better place. We promote and recognize principles of fairness and respect in the work we do the partnerships we foster and the culture we value both within and outside of our organization.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Laboratory Experience
- Immunoassays
- Machine Learning
- Biochemistry
- Assays
- Research Experience
- Spectroscopy
- Research & Development
- cGMP
- Cell Culture
- Molecular Biology
- Data Analysis Skills
About Company
ERG helps clients protect the environment, improve worker health and safety, ensure the safety of food and drugs, and plan sustainable facilities.
