The Senior Combustion Engineer will diagnose combustion equipment issues, provide engineered solutions, and engage with clients to enhance operational efficiency in various industries, particularly oil and gas.
Zeeco fosters a robust work environment where employees, from engineering teams to support groups, benefit from a strong culture, trained leadership, and opportunities for growth. Zeeco collaborates with the biggest names in the industry, enabling individuals to broaden their skills alongside teams of subject matter experts.
Zeeco is a global leader in combustion and environmental solutions, renowned for our expertise in designing, engineering, and manufacturing advanced burners, incinerators, and environmental control systems. Serving a wide array of industries such as oil and gas, petrochemicals, and power generation, we deliver innovative technologies that enhance operational efficiency, safety, and environmental compliance.
Zeeco is seeking an experienced Senior Combustion Engineer (EUCC) to join our global team of fired‑equipment specialists. This is a high‑impact, customer‑facing role supporting end users across refining, petrochemical, and related industries. You will apply your combustion expertise to diagnose equipment issues, deliver engineered solutions, and strengthen long‑term customer relationships across your assigned region.
This position is ideal for a technically strong, self‑driven engineer who thrives in the field, enjoys solving complex combustion challenges, and is motivated by helping customers achieve safe, reliable, and environmentally compliant operations.
Key responsibilities:
- Combustion Equipment Expertise
- Diagnose all types of fired equipment, including furnaces, heaters, boilers, flares, incinerators, and ancillary systems.
- Assess mechanical integrity, operational suitability, and remaining equipment life.
- Identify failures, malfunctions, and develop engineered solutions.
- Recommend maintenance scopes, review completed work, and evaluate spare parts strategies.
- Conduct preliminary heater and furnace surveys and generate pre turnaround reports.
- Support commissioning activities, including equipment receipt checks, installation reviews, and startup assistance.
- Zeeco System Navigation
- Coordinate with Zeeco subject matter experts to deliver complete customer solutions.
- Develop scopes of inquiry and integrate applications and project teams as needed.
- Facilitate customer training and educational sessions.
- Customer Engagement & Business Development
- Visit existing and new clients to ensure Zeeco is included on AMLs for all product lines.
- Identify new business opportunities and generate inquiries.
- Build trust with key decision makers and influencers.
- Conduct site surveys, troubleshoot equipment, and provide technical assistance.
- Gather market intelligence, support quote clarifications, and help secure orders.
- Collaborate with Zeeco sales, engineering, manufacturing, logistics, and other internal teams.
- Support commissioning, startup, and troubleshooting activities at customer facilities.
- Strengthen the performance of Zeeco representatives/agents or identify new partners.
- Deliver technical presentations and training to customer groups.
- Provide feedback to product groups for continuous improvement.
- Track customer turnaround schedules and promote Zeeco products and services accordingly.
- Work in full compliance with Zeeco HSE and Quality systems.
Skills and experience required:
- We are looking for a professional who brings both technical depth and strong interpersonal skills:
- Technical or engineering qualification required.
- Extensive experience in the Oil & Gas industry.
- Proven experience with combustion fired equipment is essential.
- Mechanical or process engineering background preferred; commissioning or field experience highly valued.
- Strong relationship building skills and confidence in customer interactions.
- Flexible, hardworking, and collaborative team player.
- Proactive self starter able to work independently and under pressure.
- Strong troubleshooting and lateral problem solving abilities.
- Willingness to “go the extra mile” for customers.
- Ability to travel internationally, including to remote or challenging locations.
- Excellent communication skills—both written and verbal.
- Strong presentation skills, including comfort presenting to large audiences.
- As this position is a remote based position visiting customer sites, you will need a Full UK Drivers Licence.
Why join Zeeco?
At Zeeco, we value our employees and are committed to offering a comprehensive benefits package to support your well-being and professional growth, see below some of the great things we offer:
- BUPA, Medicash, Employee Assistance Program to support your wellbeing.
- 12% Employer contribution to company pension scheme to help you plan confidently for the future.
- 27 days holiday (plus bank holidays)so you can recharge and maintain a healthy work–life balance.
- Life insurance for added peace of mind.
- Professional growth opportunities, including training, development, and the chance to work alongside world class engineering teams.
- A supportive, safety driven culture where your expertise is valued and your voice matters.
- Regular social events to have fun, and enjoy team camaraderie and to promote and protect our culture.
Working at Zeeco means being part of a people-centric culture and environment built on mutual respect, personal encouragement, professional integrity, and limitless opportunity. Join Zeeco and embark on a fulfilling journey where innovation, collaboration, and personal and professional growth converge.
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