Field Trial Application Specialist

Responsibilities & Expectations

• Mobilize and Demobilize Flue Gas Treatment (FGT) and Water Trial Equipment in support of trials at customer sites.
• Aid in trial planning, including determining equipment requirements, positioning at customer sites, and utility requirements.
• Plan equipment mobilization for trials, including cost estimation and tracking, arranging equipment shipping, and liaising with rental providers if necessary.
• Set up equipment for trials at customer sites and ensure compliance with Lhoist and customer safety requirements.
• Operate FGT and Water Trial Equipment, collaborate with customers and other Lhoist NBD and NBD Technical team members, and develop competence in trial instruments/measurement equipment.
• Solve equipment problems during trials and train or supervise contract labor or customer site resources as necessary.
• Develop and maintain preventive maintenance plans for all trial equipment, clean and repair equipment, and ensure compliance with OSHA and MSHA safety standards.
• Understand and develop the value in use (VIU) of Lhoist North America products for FGT and Water, and gain knowledge of the manufacturing process and competitive products.
• Develop equipment-based solutions to support NBD work and assist the lab team with analytical duties between trials.

Attributes

• Quickly learn and demonstrate proficiency through self-study or formal training.
• Collaborate effectively with internal teams and customers.
• Ask for help or clarification when needed.
• Show strong hands-on expertise in operations and maintenance, including pumps, VFDs, compressors, blowers, valves, tanks, mixers, etc.
• Show resourcefulness in understanding and implementing solutions to equipment-related problems.
• Physically capable of performing trial tasks, including lifting and carrying heavy equipment up to 50 lbs., working in various weather conditions, and working in confined spaces.
• Comfortable with basic arithmetic, reading, writing, and communication skills.
• Willing to travel up to 50% of the time, work overtime, weekends, or shifts as required.

Physical Demands

• Perform all job duties safely and in compliance with company policies, procedures, and applicable regulations.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Follow instructions and adapt to changes in work assignments or priorities.
• Work independently and collaboratively to meet goals and deadlines.
• Operate necessary tools, equipment, or technology required for the position.
• Maintain confidentiality of company and employee information.
• Comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and company standards.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and lift 25–50 lbs. as needed.
• Ability to use hands and fingers for typing, handling objects, or operating equipment.
• Ability to see, hear, and communicate clearly.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work in various environments (office, field, outdoors) as applicable to the role.
• Ability to access all areas within a site, including heights of 120 feet, confined spaces, climbing ladders or stairs, and accessing tunnels.

Required Education

• A high school diploma or GED.
• An associate's degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, or a technical-related field, or equivalent work experience in the field.
• Additional training in trade school or military experience in power production and/or auxiliary equipment maintenance and operation is a plus.

Required Experience

• A minimum of 4 years' experience with air emission control equipment or water treatment equipment.
• A minimum of 5 years' experience with air emission control equipment or water treatment equipment in a customer trial setting.
• Previous lead person, team lead, or supervisor experience is a plus.