Thermal Engineer: Combustion & Efficiency (Relocation)

Gencor Industries, Inc.; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Gencor Industries, Inc. is seeking an experienced Thermal Engineer to design, analyze, optimize, and troubleshoot thermal and combustion systems used in asphalt production and heavy industrial equipment manufacturing.

You will work closely with mechanical, electrical, and controls teams to improve efficiency and emissions performance. The role involves field testing, commissioning support, and travel to customer sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Thermal, Chemical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of experience with industrial thermal systems, combustion equipment, process heating, or asphalt plant equipment.
• Strong understanding of thermodynamics, heat transfer, combustion principles, and fluid dynamics.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for field support, commissioning, and customer site visits.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize thermal systems utilized in asphalt plants and heavy industrial equipment, including burners, dryers, combustion chambers, heat exchangers, and related process heating equipment.
• Perform thermal and airflow analysis to improve heat transfer efficiency, fuel consumption, and production performance.
• Troubleshoot combustion and thermal system issues in both manufacturing and field environments.
• Support burner tuning, flame optimization, and emissions reduction initiatives.
• Collaborate with controls engineers on combustion controls, instrumentation, PLC integration, and burner management systems.
• Conduct thermal performance testing and assist with commissioning and startup activities at customer job sites as needed.
• Develop engineering calculations, technical specifications, and supporting documentation.
• Partner with manufacturing and service teams to resolve field issues and implement product improvements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety, environmental, and industry standards including NFPA and emissions regulations.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts focused on equipment reliability, efficiency, and product innovation.

Skills

Heat transfer

Combustion

Thermodynamics

Fluid dynamics

Troubleshooting

Analytical skills

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Thermal modeling software

Job description

Gencor Industries, Inc. is seeking an experienced Thermal Engineer to design, analyze, optimize, and troubleshoot thermal and combustion systems used in asphalt production and heavy industrial equipment manufacturing.

You will work closely with mechanical, electrical, and controls teams to improve efficiency and emissions performance. The role involves field testing, commissioning support, and travel to customer sites.