Technical Specialist – Fuel Systems

CSA Group•Cleveland, OH

About The Position

The Fuel Systems Technical Specialist supports CSA Group’s business growth and technical service delivery, focusing on large-scale commercial and industrial fuel-fired equipment, combustion systems, and associated fuel infrastructure. The role combines industry expertise with business and service development, working with clients, manufacturers, engineering firms, and internal teams to identify opportunities, develop service offerings, and support complex field evaluation projects. Target applications include major capital projects, data centers, manufacturing facilities, power generation, and energy infrastructure, with potential expansion into hydrogen and alternative fuels. Approximately 10% travel is required for client meetings, project visits, and industry events.

Requirements

Degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Energy Systems, or a related technical discipline, and/or six or more years of relevant industry experience.
Demonstrated experience with commercial or industrial fuel-fired equipment, combustion systems, or fuel infrastructure; large-scale installations or major capital projects are preferred.
Strong understanding of fuel-burning equipment and related systems, including boilers, burners, furnaces, gas turbines, combustion controls, and gaseous or liquid fuel storage and distribution systems.
Experience working with equipment manufacturers, engineering firms, industrial operators, EPC contractors, or companies involved in designing, installing, commissioning, or inspecting large-scale fuel systems.
Working knowledge of applicable safety codes and standards, including relevant CSA, ANSI, ASME, and NFPA requirements.
Strong technical problem-solving, mentoring, and analytical skills, with excellent attention to detail.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage technical and nontechnical stakeholders.
High initiative and ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities, deadlines, and business objectives.

Nice To Haves

Experience with hydrogen, alternative fuels, or emerging combustion technologies.
Experience in the Testing, Inspection, and Certification (TIC) industry, particularly field evaluations, field inspections, or conformity assessment.
Experience in technical writing, standards development, testing protocols, or process development.
Established industry relationships and understanding of the commercial and industrial fuel systems market.
Sales, business development, or technical customer-facing experience.

Responsibilities

Identify opportunities to expand CSA Group’s fuel systems field services across commercial and industrial markets, especially major capital projects and large-scale fuel-fired installations.
Use industry experience and relationships to understand customer needs, identify emerging applications, and support new business opportunities.
Work with clients and CSA Group teams to develop, validate, and expand technical services for fuel-fired equipment, combustion systems, and associated infrastructure, including services for emerging fuels and technologies.
Serve as a subject matter expert, providing technical guidance on fuel systems, combustion applications, equipment design, installation, operation, and safety requirements.
Support projects involving complex fuel-burning equipment and integrated fuel systems in large commercial and industrial installations.
Research applicable legislation, regulations, safety codes and standards, testing protocols, and emerging industry technologies; stay current on combustion, fuel systems, hydrogen, and alternative fuels.
Assess client inquiries and CSA Group’s technical ability to undertake proposed work; develop technical scopes, estimate resources and labor hours, and support project quotations and timelines.
Coordinate with operational teams to ensure field evaluations and inspections meet applicable quality and safety requirements.
Provide technical guidance, troubleshooting, and support to resolve complex project issues.
Support forecasting of future resource and competency requirements based on industry growth, major capital investments, and emerging technologies.
Represent CSA Group at industry events, technical committees, and trade shows, and build relationships with manufacturers, engineering firms, equipment suppliers, and other stakeholders.
Travel for client meetings, project visits, and industry events, approximately 10% of the time.