Application Engineer

MPB GARDEN BUILDINGS LTD; Maryland Heights (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

MPB GARDEN BUILDINGS LTD is seeking an Application Engineer to design and quote custom HVAC systems for commercial applications. This role involves collaborating with sales and engineering teams to deliver customer-focused solutions, ensuring compliance with performance and profitability standards.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, strong organizational skills, and proficiency in relevant software such as AutoCAD. Salary ranges from $90,000 to $150,000 per year, reflecting the technical expertise required.

Qualifications

• Strong technical communication skills.
• Capacity to work independently and in teams.
• General computer knowledge with specific software applications.

Responsibilities

• Design custom HVAC systems according to industry standards.
• Prepare technical documentation and project proposals.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams throughout project lifecycle.
• Manage project priorities to meet customer deadlines.

Skills

AutoCAD

Excel

Word

Outlook

Technical communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Position Summary

The Application Engineer is responsible for the design, application, budgeting, and quoting of custom HVAC and air-handling systems for commercial, industrial, and specialized applications. Working closely with sales representatives and cross-functional teams, this role develops customer-focused equipment solutions, prepares accurate cost estimates and technical documentation, and manages projects from quotation through order handoff. The Application Engineer ensures designs meet customer requirements, company standards, performance expectations, and profitability goals while supporting business growth within assigned territories.

Functions of the Position

• Support Sales Representatives and Engineering Management in achieving opportunity, booking, and divisional goals.
• Interpret plans, specifications, bid documents, blueprints, and engineered drawings to develop accurate estimates, pricing, and HVAC system designs.
• Design custom HVAC, air-handling, mechanical, piping, and controls systems in accordance with company and industry standards.
• Prepare project proposals, scopes of work, submittal packages, and technical documentation.
• Manage project priorities and schedules to meet customer deadlines and production requirements.
• Maintain CRM/Salesforce records, including quote activity, revisions, close dates, and customer information.
• Coordinate with Sales, Application Engineering, Controls/Electrical Engineering, Detailing, Purchasing, Production, and Customer Service throughout the project lifecycle.
• Lead project handoff and engineering kickoff meetings, communicate project requirements, and support production activities.
• Review submittals, fabrication drawings, and shop drawings for accuracy, compliance, and alignment with approved designs.
• Track project progress, resolve technical issues, and provide post-delivery customer support and troubleshooting.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, maintain sales templates and estimating data, participate in peer reviews, and contribute to team development through cross-training and collaboration.

Education

• Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Skills & Abilities

• General computer knowledge with emphasis in the following software applications: AutoCAD, Excel, Word, Outlook.
• Proficient in technical communication in all forms.
• Great organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and complete multiple tasks on time.
• Ability to work both independently and within a cross-functional team environment.

Salary: $90,000 - $150,000 per year