CEMS Engineer Associate (entry-level) | GENERATION FLEET
The Associate CEMS Engineer role is an entry-level engineering position focused on supporting Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems across gas and coal power generation fleets. The engineer will assist with maintenance, calibration, troubleshooting, and data validation of CEMS instrumentation and DAHS platforms, working closely with experienced engineers and plant personnel to ensure system reliability, regulatory compliance, and fleet standardization. This role offers hands-on experience in instrumentation, controls, and environmental monitoring within a power plant setting, requiring periodic travel to generating stations and adherence to safety protocols.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Energy & Utilities (Power Generation).
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
What You’ll Do
This entry-level engineering role supports Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems (CEMS) and DAHS across a generation fleet. You will learn to maintain, calibrate, troubleshoot, and validate CEMS hardware and data systems while working with experienced engineers and plant personnel.
- Assist with maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting of CEMS gas analyzers, flow monitors, opacity, mercury, particulate systems, probes, and sample systems
- Provide remote and on-site technical support for CEMS instrumentation and DAHS configuration, diagnosis, and calibration coordination
- Support DAHS operations, data validation, QA reviews, alarming, and documentation of findings
- Participate in linearity tests, cylinder gas audits, RATA support, and QA/QC activities
- Review CEMS output for accuracy, identify data gaps, and help resolve performance issues prior to Environmental Services review
- Contribute to fleet standardization, procedures, and project implementation as an I&C resource
- Travel periodically to generating stations for field support and hands-on troubleshooting
Who We’re Looking For (Qualifications)
This position is intended for recent graduates or early-career engineers.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (ABET-accredited preferred) or Engineering Technology in Instrumentation/Electronics (PE path recommended)
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel periodically
- Mechanical and electrical aptitude; willingness to work in operating plant environments
- Coursework or experience in instrumentation, controls, environmental monitoring, or power plant systems is preferred
Knowledge & Skills
- Basic understanding of process/industrial control and monitoring systems and CEMS-specific equipment
- Aptitude to learn DAHS configuration/administration and basic PLC familiarity
- Basic networking knowledge and familiarity with Modbus, OPC, or similar communications protocols
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings: P&IDs, schematics, one-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, and logic/flow diagrams
- Comfortable with data tools (Excel required; SQL a plus) and clear written/verbal communication
- Willingness to develop OT network and cybersecurity awareness related to CEMS
Working Conditions
- Primarily day shift; overtime as required
- Indoor/outdoor work with exposure to heat, cold, noise, dust, fumes, and operating equipment
- Periodic travel (day trips and overnight stays) to generating stations
- Mandatory PPE at stations: hard hat, eye/hearing protection, steel-toed shoes (non-slip)
- Strict adherence to site-specific safety rules
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary: approximately $86,000 - $90,000 per year
- Additional Total Rewards may include discretionary annual incentive, 401(k), pension, health insurance, paid time off, and educational assistance
- Compensation grade / broader range (for reference): $74,551 - $128,688
About the Employer
This opportunity is for a Confidential Client operating in the Energy & Utilities (Power Generation) sector. The client seeks candidates who are eager to build practical CEMS and DAHS expertise, support regulatory compliance, and contribute to reliable generation operations.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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