Justin Powell

About Justin Powell

I’m a co-owner and partner at MP Combustion, where I help design, build, and support industrial combustion and process-heating systems across metals, asphalt, manufacturing, and thermal processing industries.My role sits at the intersection of engineering, sales, and execution. On any given project, that can mean helping a customer select the right burner or gas train, reviewing P & IDs and control strategies, coordinating with panel shops/fabricators and OEM partners, or troubleshooting a system in the field when uptime matters most.I’ve spent years working hands-on with burners, valves, actuators, flame safety, and combustion controls platforms from major manufacturers. That experience shapes how I approach projects: practical, safety-focused, and grounded in how systems actually operate. At MP Combustion, we specialize in- Industrial burners and packaged combustion systems- Gas trains, safety shutoff systems, and valve assemblies- Burner management systems and control panels- Startups, tuning, troubleshooting, and after-sales supportWhat I enjoy most is being a technical partner, not just a vendor, helping customers think through design decisions early, avoid common pitfalls, and end up with systems that are reliable, serviceable, and compliant with applicable codes and standards.Outside of work, I’m a husband, dad, and lifelong problem-solver who enjoys learning how things work (and how to make them work better).If you’re working on a combustion or process-heating challenge, or just want to talk shop, I’m always happy to connect.

Experience

1. Sales Engineer

   Mp Combustion

   Mar 2019 — Present · Cincinnati, OH, US

   Specialize in designing, specifying, and integrating combustion systems for a wide range of industrial applications.Manage full sales lifecycle—from initial consultation and system design to spare parts, on-site service, and technical troubleshooting.Collaborate with customers and industry partners to deliver tailored solutions that maximize system performance and reliability.

Education

• University of Cincinnati

  Bachelor's degree, Technical and Applied Science

  2018

• University of Cincinnati

  Associate of Science - AS, Engineering

  2008