Compressed Air & Gas
Industry Overview – Compressed air & gas systems power the backbone of U.S. industry—from manufacturing and energy to water treatment and commercial facilities. Often referred to in industry as the “fourth utility” (after electricity, water, and gas), these systems are essential because production cannot operate without them. They provide a reliable, controllable source of pneumatic and vacuum power used in production, automation, and building operations.
At Industrial Recruitment Group, we operate across the entire compressed air and gas ecosystem, covering both industrial and commercial markets. We connect skilled professionals with OEMs, distributors, service providers, and end users who design, manufacture, sell, install, and maintain compressed air and gas solutions.
Our reach spans every stage of the lifecycle: design, manufacturing, installation, service, maintenance, and commercial operations.
Key Industries Served - Compressed air & gas systems are essential across:
- Manufacturing & Automation – powering tools, robotics, conveyors, and process systems.
- Food & Beverage – packaging, bottling, vacuum filling, and cleaning.
- Pharmaceuticals & Biotech – cleanroom air supply, filtration, and freeze-drying.
- Oil & Gas – instrument air, pneumatic controls, and offshore applications.
- Energy & Utilities – turbine control, cooling, and monitoring systems.
- Water & Wastewater – aeration, pumping, and filtration systems.
- Electronics & Semiconductor – vacuum handling, wafer processing and contamination control.
- Commercial Buildings & Facilities – HVAC systems, air treatment, and centralized plant air.
Equipment & Systems We Cover
- Compressors: Screw, piston, centrifugal, oil-free, and VSD units.
- Vacuum Pumps: Dry screw, liquid ring, rotary vane, and boosters.
- Air Treatment Equipment: Dryers, filters, separators, coalescers and condensate management.
- Distribution & Piping Systems: Manifolds, storage tanks, and skid systems- Controls & Automation: PLCs, smart sensors, SCADA integration and energy management.
- Packaged & Turnkey Systems: Complete compressed air and gas plants.
Roles We Recruit
We support recruitment across technical and commercial functions, including:
- Engineering & Design: Mechanical Engineers, Applications Engineers and Design Engineers.
- Projects & Commissioning: Project Engineers, Site Managers and Commissioning Technicians.
- Maintenance & Service: Field Service Engineers, Service Technicians, Maintenance Managers and Repair Technicians.
- Commercial & Sales: Technical Sales Engineers, Account Managers, Inside Sales, Service Managers, Product Specialists and Regional Sales Managers.
- Operations & Reliability: Plant Operators, Reliability Engineers and Energy Efficiency Managers.
- Leadership & Executive: Service Directors, General Managers, VP of Sales and Operations Managers.
Future Trends & Outlook:
- Energy Efficiency: VSD technology, heat recovery, and leak detection.
- Smart Systems: Predictive maintenance, IoT integration and real-time monitoring.
- Sustainability: Demand for oil-free and low-carbon compressed air solutions.
- Commercial Growth: Increased adoption in facilities management and building utilities.
Health, Safety & Compliance:
- ISO 8573: Compressed air quality standards.
- ISO 7183: Safety for compressed air treatment equipment.
- ANSI / ASME: Pressure vessel, piping and system design codes.
- OSHA: Workplace safety regulations for compressed air equipment.
- EPA: Section 608 – handling of refrigerants in compressed air systems
Key Employers & Industry Leaders Major players in the compressed air and gas industry include:
Manufacturers:
- Atlas Copco
- Ingersoll Rand
- Kaeser Compressors
- BOGE Compressor
- ELGI Compressors
Distributors:
- Authorized OEM partners
- Local and regional integrators
- Compressed air specialists
- Commerical plant service
- National multi-brand distributors
Service Providers:
- Independent service contractors
- OEM service teams
- Preventive maintenance specialists
- Turnkey installation and retrofit providers
- Overhaul and rebuilds
Skills & Competencies
- Compressor system design, operation & optimization.
- Service, repair, and preventative maintenance.
- PLC & controls integration.
- Sales & account management of capital equipment.
- Energy efficiency audits and performance optimization.
- Safety & compliance understanding.
Why Industrial Recruitment Group?
Our experts understand our clients’ equipment and the entire ecosystem surrounding it — from design and manufacturing to distribution, aftermarket support, and end-user applications. This depth of knowledge gives us a significant competitive advantage and ensures you receive the strongest possible outcomes. It enables us to build a highly targeted network of industry professionals and deliver accurate, well-matched candidates, leading to successful results for everyone involved.