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CEMS Field Engineer
Join the only factory-authorized Teledyne Monitor Labs field service team in the U.S. and become the hands-on technical expert our clients depend on for emissions compliance.
Build a Career, Not Just a Job
CEMSource is an employee-owned company built by the people who answer the phone, show up at the site, and troubleshoot the systems. When you join our team, you join a group with a personal stake in the quality of the work and in the long-term relationships we build with our customers.
This is hands-on, high-impact work. As a CEMS Field Engineer, your expertise directly ensures our clients stay in compliance with EPA and state environmental regulations, keeping their operations running safely and efficiently. You'll be backed by decades of combined industry experience and factory-direct access to Teledyne engineering support.
Position: Full-Time
Location: Wayzata, MN
Travel: Up to 50-70% regional and national
Experience Level: Mid-Level (2+ years preferred)
Team: Technical Operations
About the Role
We are seeking a skilled and highly motivated CEMS Field Engineer to join our technical operations team. In this role, you will be the hands-on technical expert responsible for installing, calibrating, maintaining, and troubleshooting Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems (CEMS) at client and industrial sites across the country.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Execution & Maintenance
- Installation & Commissioning: Lead field installation, wiring, and integration of CEMS equipment, including gas analyzers, sample handling systems, and data acquisition and handling systems (DAHS).
- Calibration & Testing: Perform routine daily calibrations, quarterly CGAs, and annual Relative Accuracy Test Audits (RATA) to verify precision and regulatory alignment.
- Troubleshooting & Repair: Diagnose complex mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic failures in the field. Read schematics and technical manuals to execute swift, precise repairs.
- PLC Integration: Interface with and modify basic Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) configurations for seamless communication between CEMS and plant control systems.
Compliance & Documentation
- Maintain meticulously logged downtime, calibration errors, and maintenance records to support EPA/state agency audit readiness.
- Draft field service reports, safety documentation, and operational manuals.
- Write complete EPA reports for customer submittal.
Client & Project Support
- Provide on-site technical training to plant operators on system functionality and basic maintenance workflows.
- Manage an inventory of critical spare parts and testing gases on-site to ensure rapid resolution times.
Qualifications & Requirements
Experience & Education
- Experience: 2+ years working directly with CEMS or industrial gas measurement instrumentation.
- Education: Associate's degree in Instrumentation, Electronics, Process Control, or Environmental Technology; OR equivalent military experience / technical certification. A Bachelor's in Engineering or Chemistry is a plus.
Technical Competencies
- Deep knowledge of gas analyzer technologies (extractive, dilution, chemiluminescence, paramagnetic).
- Robust understanding of sample conditioning systems (chillers, pumps, heated sample lines).
- Strong electrical and pneumatic troubleshooting skills (multimeters, loop calibrators, 4-20 mA signals).
- Familiarity with EPA regulations such as 40 CFR Part 60 and Part 75 is highly preferred.
- IT networking and computer competencies a plus.
Physical & Logistics
- Ability to travel frequently (up to 50-70%) to industrial environments such as power plants, refineries, and chemical facilities.
- Comfortable working independently, at heights, and in varying weather conditions.
- Valid driver's license and ability to pass standard industrial background screenings and drug tests.
A strong fit looks like: a hands-on technician who reads a schematic as easily as a calibration report, stays calm troubleshooting in the field, and takes pride in keeping a customer compliant and online.
What We Offer
Compensation
Competitive base salary and yearly discretionary bonuses.
Travel Benefits
Vehicle allowance, cell phone, and a company credit card / reimbursement for travel expenses.
Health & Wellness
Comprehensive medical insurance, 80% paid by the company.
Retirement
401(k) with company safe harbor and profit sharing.
Growth
Continuous manufacturer-certified training and clear career advancement paths.
Employee-Owned
A direct stake in a stable, growing company that's building for the long term.
Ready to Apply?
Send your resume and a brief cover letter highlighting your experience with specific analyzer brands or EPA regulations to sales@cemsource.com.
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