Description
HVAC Controls Application Engineer
Reports to the VP of Controls Primary Hours 7:30-4PM
Overview We are seeking an HVAC Controls Application Engineer professional who can balance technical engineering work with sales and estimating responsibilities. This dual-role position involves designing control systems while also preparing proposals, supporting business development and sales efforts, and engaging with clients. The ideal candidate is a hands-on engineer who enjoys both technical problem-solving and customer-facing opportunities.
Principal Responsibilities: Typical responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Responsibilities – Application Engineering
· Review bid plans and specifications to design cost-effective HVAC control systems.· Develop sequences of operation on design build or design-assist projects.· Identifies and prepares preliminary Requests for Information (RFIs) for review by project managers.· Preparation of control submittals and coordination of responses for re-submittals.· Handles the release and ordering of all controls materials and required software.· Provide point-to-point checkout forms and functional testing documentation to technicians for commissioning.· Support project managers, contractors, and field technicians during installation and commissioning.· Review control drawings, submittals, and wiring diagrams for accuracy and compliance.· Provide technical documentation for closeout and end-user training.· Ensure solutions meet project specifications, codes, and company standards.
Supplemental Responsibilities – Estimating & Sales
· Review specifications, drawings, and RFQs to develop scopes of work and estimates.· Prepare detailed proposals, including equipment, materials, labor, and subcontract costs.· Assist sales teams in pursuing opportunities, preparing presentations, and responding to bids.· Meet with clients, engineers, and contractors to clarify requirements and present technical solutions.· Track pipeline opportunities and provide technical input during sales forecasting.· Identify opportunities for system upgrades, retrofits, or energy-saving enhancements with new or existing service clients.
Preferred Skills
· Relevant control system certifications.· Experience with energy management systems and analytics tools.· Applicable sales training or estimating experience.· LEED knowledge or accreditation.· OSHA safety training certification.
· Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
· 3–6 years of experience in HVAC controls or building automation design/programming.
· Experience preparing estimates and proposals for controls projects.
· Knowledge of HVAC systems, DDC controllers, and sequences of operation.
· Proficiency with one or more control platforms (Carrier iVu, Johnson Controls Facility Explorer, or Tridium-based systems)
· Experience with MS Office and MS Visio.
· Knowledge of BACnet, Modbus, LonWorks, and TCP/IP communication protocols.
· Strong communication skills with the ability to interface with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
· Ability to read and interpret mechanical, electrical, architectural, and control drawings.
· Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
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