Lead Compressor Design Engineer
James Thornton
KOTECH | Leading Portable Diesel & Oil-Free Air Compressors for Industrial PowerAbout James Thornton
James Thornton is the Lead Compressor Design Engineer at KOTECH Compressor, bringing 15+ years of specialized expertise in designing high-efficiency screw and piston compressors. His deep knowledge spans oil-injected, high-pressure, and custom process gas systems, with a focus on building durable, field-proven units for mining, construction, and oilfield applications. He leads the engineering team behind KOTECH’s most popular portable diesel and oil-free compressor lines, ensuring every product balances performance, efficiency, and long-term reliability.
Great compressor design is invisible—until it keeps your operation running when everything else fails.
Credentials
Experience
15+ Years Designing High-Efficiency Screw & Piston Compressors
Education
BEng (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering, University of Birmingham, UK
Areas of Expertise
Achievements & Recognition
- Designed 12+ flagship compressor models
- Patented 3 high-efficiency screw compressor designs
- Led 300 CFM series development
- Reduced compressor energy consumption by 22%
- Certified ASME Pressure Vessel Engineer