U.S. Hydraulics & Pneumatics Careers – Engineering, Operations & Technical Jobs
Industry Overview - Thermal and heat processing systems are fundamental across U.S. industrial operations, delivering controlled heating and thermal energy to manufacture, treat, and refine materials. These systems are used in metals, chemicals, food production, advanced manufacturing, and energy sectors, providing precision heating, drying, curing, and sterilization processes.
At Industrial Recruitment Group (IRG), we cover technical, engineering, and commercial roles across the full thermal and heat processing supply chain. From equipment design and installation to operation, maintenance, and commercial management, we connect clients with the skilled professionals needed to optimize efficiency, safety, and reliability.
Key Industries Served
- Metals & Materials Manufacturing: Heat treatment, annealing, tempering, and sintering
- Chemical & Petrochemical: Drying, calcining, reactor heating, and thermal separation
- Food & Beverage Processing: Baking, roasting, sterilization, pasteurization, dehydration
- Advanced Manufacturing: Thermal treatment of composites, plastics, ceramics, and electronics components
- Energy & Utilities: Boilers, thermal storage, and steam generation for power and industrial plants
Equipment & Systems We Cover
- Industrial ovens, kilns, and furnaces
- Heat exchangers and thermal transfer systems
- Boilers, steam systems, and CHP units
- Thermal fluid heaters and burners
- Retorts, dryers, and curing equipment
- Rotary kilns and continuous processing systems
- Control systems, PLCs, and automation integration
- Sensors and monitoring systems for temperature, pressure, and flow
Roles We Recruit
- Engineering & Technical
- Thermal Systems Engineers
- Process & Chemical Engineers
- Mechanical & Electrical Engineers
- Controls & Instrumentation Engineers
- Design & CAD Engineers
- Project & Commissioning Engineers
- Operations & Production
- Plant Operators & Supervisors
- Heat Treatment Operators
- Process Technicians
- Maintenance Technicians & Service Engineers
- Reliability & Asset Engineers
- Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul (MRO)
- Service Technicians
- Electrical & Instrumentation Technicians
- Mechanical Maintenance Engineers
- Rotating Equipment & Pump Specialists
- Burner & Combustion System Technicians
- Commercial & Office-Based Roles
- Technical Sales Engineers
- Account Managers & Business Development Specialists
- Product & Service Managers
- Inside Sales & Customer Support
- Procurement & Commercial Specialists
- Quality, Safety & Compliance
- QA/QC Engineers & Inspectors
- HSE Managers & Safety Officers
- Environmental Compliance Specialists
- Regulatory Affairs Specialists
- Leadership & Executive
- Plant & Operations Managers
- Service & Technical Managers
- VP of Operations / VP of Sales
- COO, CEO, CFO, CTO
Health, Safety & Compliance
- OSHA regulations for safe operation and handling of heat systems
- NFPA standards for industrial fire safety
- ASME & ANSI codes for pressure vessels, furnaces, and thermal equipment
- Environmental compliance for emissions, effluent, and waste handling
- Internal safety protocols and risk assessments for high-temperature operations
Key Employers & Industry Leaders
- Industrial Furnace & Kiln Manufacturers
- Heat Treatment & Metal Processing Plants
- Food & Beverage Thermal Process Facilities
- Advanced Materials & Composites Producers
- Energy & Utility Providers
- Skills & Competencies
- Thermal system design and operation
- Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting
- PLC/SCADA programming and process automation
- Predictive, preventive, and reactive maintenance
- Process optimization and energy efficiency
- Compliance with safety and environmental standards
- Project management and commissioning
Future Trends & Industry Outlook
- Energy Efficiency: Waste heat recovery, low-emission burners, and VSD integration
- Automation & Digitalization: Predictive maintenance, IoT sensors, and advanced control systems
- Advanced Materials Processing: Composites, ceramics, and additive manufacturing
- Sustainability: Reducing emissions, using renewable energy, and improving thermal efficiency
- Industry 4.0 Integration: Data-driven operations, smart thermal systems, and remote monitoring
Skills & Competencies
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Why Industrial Recruitment Group?
With deep knowledge of U.S. air and gas treatment systems, IRG connects companies with professionals who combine technical skill, operational experience, and commercial insight. We ensure you have the right talent to maximize performance, reliability, and compliance in every application.