Applications Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Oakham; On-site; GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global engineering innovator is seeking a Support Engineer Process Burners. This role combines technical expertise with commercial strategy and involves international travel. As a crucial bridge between engineering and sales, you will develop proposals and provide solutions to major energy companies. Join this forward-thinking team dedicated to sustainability and excellence in combustion technology.

Benefits

International travel opportunities

Cutting-edge technology exposure

Discretionary annual bonus

Hybrid working model

Hands-on training and global collaboration

Qualifications

• Degree in relevant engineering field or equivalent practical experience.
• Strong familiarization with combustion systems or energy-intensive environments.
• Experience in client-facing roles required.

Responsibilities

• Develop custom proposals for burner retrofit and upgrade projects.
• Deliver technical support and resolve client operational issues.
• Collaborate with engineering teams and present solutions to clients.

Skills

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Technical presentation

Negotiation skills

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Process Engineering

Job description

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Applications Engineer Process Burners
Salary: CIRCA £80,000 + Bonus + Travel + Benefits

This is not your average Support Engineer job. This is an opportunity to work at the intersection of advanced combustion technology, technical consultancy, and international business development. If youre a commercially savvy engineer with the technical skill to solve problems and the confidence to lead client conversations the Support Engineer Process Burners role could be your next big career move.

About the Company

This role sits within a global engineering innovator and manufacturer renowned for driving cleaner, safer, and smarter energy through advanced combustion and environmental systems. With a strong presence across the UK, US, and EMEA, this company is a trusted partner to some of the worlds biggest oil & gas, petrochemical, and energy producers delivering critical burner and emissions-control technology.

Their work culture? Forward-thinking. Technically elite. Focused on sustainability. Youll be surrounded by experts in their field, encouraged to share ideas, and supported to grow through hands-on training and global collaboration.

About the Support Engineer Process Burners Role

Based at the UK HQ in Stamford, the Support Engineer Process Burners will be a vital technical bridge between engineering, sales, and the customer. Youll be developing custom proposals for burner retrofit and upgrade projects, estimating costs, solving operational challenges, and travelling across the EMEA region to provide technical support and present project solutions.

This role combines real technical influence with the excitement of commercial strategy, international travel, and industry-leading engineering. You'll work closely with senior teams in both the UK and Tulsa, USA driving business opportunities and enhancing client relationships through precision, insight, and expert communication.

Key Responsibilities of the Support Engineer Process Burners

• Create bespoke technical proposals for revamp, retrofit, capital, and aftermarket combustion projects
• Develop cost estimates and support commercial strategy with market-aligned pricing
• Deliver hands-on technical support to end-users both remotely and face-to-face
• Collaborate with global engineering teams to incorporate the latest burner technologies into client solutions
• Conduct site visits to troubleshoot equipment, resolve issues, and maintain operational excellence
• Present and negotiate project proposals directly with clients across EMEA
• Build partnerships with complementary vendors and service providers
• Ensure inclusion on key vendor lists and contribute to growing market share in target regions
• Participate in continuous improvement and innovation alongside R&D and design teams

What Were Looking For in a Support Engineer Process Burners

• Degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Process Engineering or equivalent practical experience
• Solid grounding in process engineering, combustion systems, or energy-intensive industrial environments
• Previous experience in customer-facing roles with strong commercial and negotiation skills
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and technical presentation confidence
• A structured, problem-solving mindset with an eye for detail
• Willingness to travel internationally (approx. 2540% of time)
• Self-starter mentality capable of working autonomously and within cross-functional teams
• Experience in the oil & gas, petrochemical, or refining sectors
• Exposure to burner or thermal equipment systems

Why Join as a Support Engineer Process Burners?

• Work on global projects with some of the worlds biggest energy companies
• Travel internationally and represent an industry leader at client sites and events
• Work with cutting-edge technology in combustion, emissions, and environmental control
• Competitive salary + discretionary annual bonus
• Hybrid of engineering + sales no two days are the same
• Collaborate with teams in the UK and USA shaping technical solutions for the EMEA market
• Be part of a business that prioritises sustainability, safety, and technical excellence

Step into a role that blends engineering precision with commercial strategy.
If youre ready to make your mark as a Support Engineer Process Burners, apply today and join a business thats driving the future of sustainable combustion on a global scale.