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Sr. Program Manager - Source Testing

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Role Summary: 

Picarro is the global leader in emissions measurement and analytics, delivering trusted monitoring solutions for the world’s most challenging industrial emissions. Our solutions include Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems (CEMS), Workplace Monitoring Systems (WMS), and Fenceline Monitoring Systems (FMS). We are seeking an experienced Senior Program Manager – Source Testing to lead our source testing division within the Field Operations organization.

This highly visible, remote role will own all source testing activities (regulatory compliance and engineering studies) across Picarro’s growing global install base. You will play a pivotal role in systems commissioning, regulatory compliance, and quality assurance testing – allowing our customers peace of mind through our turn-key solutions.

Reporting directly to the Director of Field Operations, you will partner closely with Picarro’s regulatory, sales, engineering, and finance teams to deliver exceptional project outcomes on time and on budget

Key Responsibilities:

  • Own and execute all regulatory compliance source testing projects for Picarro CEMS customers
  • Lead all engineering source testing initiatives, including DRE, interference, ambient air monitoring, and other performance validation studies
  • Perform hot-wet extractive, dilution extractive, and flow monitoring campaigns with Picarro’s CEMS trailer
  • Interpret, apply, and train others on relevant USEPA test methods and Other Test Methods (OTM)
  • Develop preliminary test protocols for customer and regulatory agency submission
  • Delivery accurate, high-quality test reports within (30) days of completion of testing
  • Support sales with technical scoping, customer consultations, and accurate quote generation
  • Assist the field operations team with CEMS, WMS, and FMS commissioning
  • Mentor and train Field Engineers and other junior staff on source test methodologies and best practices
  • Be flexible to provide emergency support on Picarro systems as needed
  • Work with finance on project budget, cost tracking, margin analysis, and invoicing

Qualifications:

  • 10+ years of experience managing source testing projects
  • 2+ years of direct experience with Picarro’s CRDS analyzers and/or CEMS systems
  • Proficiency in the following methods: USEPA Methods 1, 2, 3, 4, 18, 25a, and OTM-47
  • Thorough understanding of the commercial sterilization industry, the chemical manufacturing industry, and the oil refining industry
  • Willingness and ability to travel up to 85% of the time
  • Exceptional interpersonal communication skills and proven ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment.
  • Commitment to staying current with industry best practices, emerging technologies, and trends through self-directed learning.
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, environmental science, or a related discipline.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree or higher in a relevant field.
  • Qualified Source Testing Individual (QSTI) certifications.
  • Existing relationships with key regulatory agencies (EPA, TCEQ, CARB, etc.)
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or similar
  • Existing clientele interested in utilizing CRDS for future compliance
Salary & Benefits:
 
The base salary range for this full-time position is $1150,000 - $175,000 USD. Your base salary and title will be determined based on the location, experience, qualification, skills, and knowledge, level, and pay of other employees in similar positions. Our total compensation packages include base salary, bonus eligibility, and equity.
 
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) plans
  • Life, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Flexible Vacation Policy and Paid Holidays
  • Employee Referral Program
  • 401K
  • Social events (summer picnic, holiday party, team lunches, etc.)
  • On-site Health & Wellness programs (fitness challenges, outdoor bootcamp, flu-shots, etc.)
About Picarro:
 
We are the world's leader in timely, trusted, and actionable data using enhanced optical spectroscopy. Our solutions are used in a wide variety of applications, including natural gas leak detection, ethylene oxide emissions monitoring, semiconductor fabrication, pharmaceutical, petrochemical, atmospheric science, air quality, greenhouse gas measurements, food safety, hydrology, ecology, and more. Our software and hardware are designed and manufactured in Santa Clara, California and are used in over 90 countries worldwide based on over 65 patents related to cavity ring-down spectroscopy (CRDS) technology and are unparalleled in their precision, ease of use, and reliability.
 
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, protected veteran status, gender identity, social orientation, nor on the basis of disability. Posted positions are not open to third party recruiters/agencies and unsolicited resume submissions will be considered free referrals.
 
If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact Picarro, Inc. at [email protected] for assistance.
 
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