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Zeeco

Fired Heaters Applications Engineer

Tulsa, OK

The Process Heater Applications Engineer position will be based out of Zeeco's Tulsa office. The position will require knowledge of all Zeeco products, with a focus on fired heater products and ...

Zeeco

Fired Heaters Applications Engineer

Tulsa, OK · On-site

The Process Heater Applications Engineer position will be based out of Zeeco's Tulsa office. The position will require knowledge of all Zeeco products, with a focus on fired heater products and ...

Zeeco

Fired Heaters Applications Engineer

Tulsa, OK · On-site

The Process Heater Applications Engineer position will be based out of Zeeco's Tulsa office. The position will require knowledge of all Zeeco products, with a focus on fired heater products and ...

Wood Plc

Project Engineer

Hampton, NJ · On-site

Overview / Responsibilities Wood is currently seeking a Project Engineer to join our Fired Heater Technology Team in Hampton, New Jersey. The Project Engineer will support delivery of engineering ...

Protouch Staffing

Controls Designer

Austin, TX · On-site

$110K - $130K/yr

... and fired heaters. Working within a multidisciplinary engineering team, this individual will ... Prior experience with fired heater, thermal oxidizer, boiler, or flare package projects.

Range Resources

COOP Engineer

Canonsburg, PA

Equipment selection and sizing, Safety Systems, Process Modelling (ProMax), Heater and Fired ... Applicable engineering mathematics * Process and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID) * Flow of Fluids ...

NextEra Energy Resources

NY · On-site

$180 - $240/hr

Coordinate cross‑functional teams including engineering, construction, environmental, legal, real ... Construct contractual arrangements for project development and negotiate agreements with ...

Laars Heating Systems Company

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Engineering Lab Technician

Rochester, NH · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Laars Heating Systems Company is a global leader in the boiler and water heater industry. Our ... fired equipment, service and troubleshooting, use of personal computers and MS Excel, to test a ...

Laars Heating Systems

HVAC R&D Lab Technician

Rochester, NH · On-site

$18.75 - $24.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We have a talented team of Engineers, Designers, and Technicians, along with a new state-of-the-art ... Our focus is on new condensing boiler and heat pump water heater technology and the continued ...

Thermon

Engineering Program Manager

Seguin, TX · On-site

$114K/yr

Manage engineering execution for Hellfire™ gas-fired forced-air switch heater programs used in extreme climates and high-wind environments. * Oversee development and deployment of Velocity™ ...

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Principal Chemical Engineer- Fired Heater Specialist

Honeywell

Rosemont, IL • On-site

$162K - $203K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 27 days ago

Honeywell rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 186 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

67th of 540 rated manufacturers

Job description


Be part of a team that applies its expertise and knowledge across Honeywell UOP's broad portfolio of process technologies in refining, petrochemicals, gas, and renewables areas.
This role will provide technical leadership across the full lifecycle of fired heater systems supporting UOP's process technology portfolio. This role combines deep thermal and process expertise with mechanical integration awareness to drive innovation, resolve complex problems and enable successful project execution.
You will serve as a recognized subject matter expert in fired heater design, operation, and troubleshooting, working across R&D, project execution, and field support. You will also play a key leadership role in advancing UOP's fired heater capabilities, standards, and technology differentiation.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
  • Serve as the technical authority for fired heater systems across UOP's portfolio
  • Lead thermal design and performance evaluation of fired heaters, including use of tools such as FRNC and other modeling platforms.
  • Drive equipment specification, design reviews, and optimization for new units, revamps, and debottlenecking projects.
  • Troubleshoot complex operational and design issues, providing solutions to internal teams and customers.
  • Lead innovation and development efforts to improve fired heater performance, reliability, emissions, and efficiency.
  • Develop and enhance engineering standards, tools, and best practices for fired heater design and application.
  • Interface with customers, vendors, and global engineering teams to ensure successful project delivery.
  • Provide technical mentoring, coaching, and training to develop organizational expertise.
  • Support new technology commercialization and strategic initiatives related to fired heater systems.
  • Ability to travel up to 10% world-wide, typically of short duration (generally between a few days and two weeks).

"The annual base salary range for this position is <$162,000- $203,000)>. Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. Honeywell considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations."
Qualifications
You Must Have:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, or related discipline)
  • 15+ years' experience in fired heater design, engineering and/or operation in the process industries.

We Value:
  • Deep expertise in fired heater design methodologies, including thermal, fluid flow, and heat transfer analysis
  • Expert knowledge of industry codes and standards such as API 560, API 530, API 535, and related practices
  • Active API Code Committee participation or leadership
  • Experience integrating process, thermal, and mechanical design considerations for complex equipment systems
  • Expertise in troubleshooting and performance optimization of operating units
  • Experience working on global, cross-functional teams and managing multiple priorities
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a track record of innovative solutions
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders and mentor others

Honeywell UOP is a leading technology and manufacturing company serving the oil and gas industry. UOP provides innovative process technology, catalysts, adsorbents, equipment, and consulting services to petroleum refining, gas processing, petrochemical production, and major manufacturing industries worldwide. The business unit is committed to delivering sustainable and efficient solutions that help customers improve their operations and meet evolving energy demands.
BENEFITS
In addition to a competitive salary, leading-edge work, and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields, Honeywell employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes employer subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 Paid Holidays. For more information visit: Benefits at Honeywell
The application period for the job is estimated to be 40 days from the job posting date; however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Job Posting Date: June 23, 2026.
About Us
Honeywell helps organizations solve the world's most complex challenges in automation, the future of aviation and energy transition. As a trusted partner, we provide actionable solutions and innovation through our Aerospace Technologies, Building Automation, Energy and Sustainability Solutions, and Industrial Automation business segments - powered by our Honeywell Forge software - that help make the world smarter, safer and more sustainable.

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Honeywell is charging into the Industrial IoT revolution with the establishment of Honeywell Connected Enterprise (HCE), building on our heritage of invention and deep, on-the-ground industry expertise. HCE is the leading industrial disruptor, building and connecting software solutions to streamline and centralize the assets, people and processes that help our customers make smarter, more accurate business decisions. Moving at the speed of software, we are creating, innovating and delivering solutions fast, challenging the way things have always been done, piloting new ways for all of us to work, and expecting our successes to set new standards for our customers and for Honeywell. The Chief Architect for Honeywell Connected Enterprise will lead a team of architects and system engineers responsible for the design of applications and infrastructure that deliver high value outcomes for customers in industrial, buildings, distribution centers, and aerospace vertical markets. The Chief Architect will work directly with leadership, development teams, and offering management to design well integrated solutions that utilize software platforming to encourage reuse and speed to market.

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Furniture manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Charlotte, NC, US

Year founded

1906

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