Associate Sales Engineer

Midwest Applied Solutions; Hillside (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Midwest Applied Solutions in Hillside, NJ is seeking an entry-level Associate Sales Engineer to learn MAS products and systems, estimate and manage projects, coordinate submittals, equipment selection, pricing and ship dates. You will work with the Sales Team, Customers and Manufacturers to ensure timely completion with high customer satisfaction.

You will collaborate in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, manage multiple project schedules, and build strong relationships with customers and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field, or 1–2 years HVAC/estimating experience.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; able to multi-task in fast-paced setting.
• Experience with CAD, architecture/design and contracting industry a plus.

Responsibilities

• Read, understand and interpret building plans and specifications.
• Make equipment selections based on estimating and submittals.
• Enter orders and manage order fulfillment.
• Ensure projects are executed on time and meet deadlines.
• Prepare financial reporting for managed projects.
• Coordinate jobsite requirements and provide technical support.
• Develop and grow relationships with customers and manufacturers.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Communication

Microsoft Office

CAD

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

1-2 years HVAC/estimating experience

Tools

CAD

MS Office

Job description

At Midwest Applied Solutions, we move fast-delivering commercial HVAC rental solutions when and where they're needed most. From one-ton spot coolers to large-scale chillers and cooling towers, our team responds with speed and precision, whether it's a planned project or a 24/7 emergency.

If you're wired for problem-solving and thrive in a fast-paced environment, you'll fit right in. Our people set us apart—and with locations across the U.S., there's room to grow, take on big challenges, and make an immediate impact.

Position Overview:

This is an entry-level role learning all aspects of MAS' products and systems to estimate and manage projects. As the Associate Sales Engineer, this individual will be responsible for coordinating submittals, equipment selection, pricing and ship dates for each project. Must be detail and customer service oriented and have excellent organizational skills. Position requires a high level of oral and written correspondence with the Sales Team, Customers and Manufacturers to ensure timely completion of assigned projects while maintaining customer satisfaction. Must be able to work well with others in a fast-paced & high-volume environment.

Job responsibilities:

• Read, understand and interpret building plans & specifications
• Making equipment selections based on estimating and submittals
• Entering orders and managing order fulfillment
• Ensuring that projects are executed on time and meet alldeadlines
• Preparing financial reporting for managed projects
• Create and maintain job files for each project throughout its duration
• Coordinating jobsite requirements
• Providing technical support for contractor customers
• Managing multiple project schedules at one time
• Maintaining communication with customers and their representatives, including building owners, mechanical contractors, other trades, subcontractors, and field support staff
• Optimize the project through the stages of product selection, specifications, plans, estimates, proposals, value engineering and redesigns
• Develop and grow relationships with customers, contractors, project engineers and manufacturers
• Determine project requirements, constraints, and sales team responsibilities to meet all of the customer's system design, installation and maintenance expectations
• Investigate concerns, implement corrective action and communicate with customers and co-workers as necessary to maximize customer satisfaction

The Required Profile:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field or 1-2 years of experience in the HVAC, estimating, engineering, construction management or contracting environment; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Working knowledge of MEP consulting, architecture, design, CAD, general contracting, mechanical contracting, engineering or construction industry a plus
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task, deal with ambiguity and manage high volume projects
• You will have outstanding attention to detail, willingness to collaborate in a team setting and excellent organizational skills are critical
• Strong PC skills in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

Other Skills/Abilities:

Strategic Skills

Ability to learn new skills and knowledge. Ability to understand concepts and complexity comfortably. Open to change and will try anything to find solutions. Able to handle uncertainty and make decisions without knowing the whole story.

Operating Skills

Ability to discern between tasks to determine how best to accomplish goals and organize task/people assignments to get results in a timely way. Ability to figure out processes and simplify them in order to maximize workflow.

Behavior Skills

Ability to manage people and situations when conflicts arise. Ability to seize opportunities with the drive to complete goals.

Personal and Interpersonal Skills

Ability to establish and grow relationships with customers through effective verbal and written communication. Dedicated to the needs of the customers, manufacturers and peers and has the patience to actively listen to all business partners. Able to solve problems and skillfully negotiate with a minimum of noise while managing stress. Demonstrates integrity and trust through appropriate directness and truthfulness. Ability to understand personal strengths and weaknesses, seek feedback and improve upon shortcomings.

Environmental Requirements

Will be required to work in an office environment and frequently in the field.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to operate the computer keyboard and telephone, reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Compensation:

This position offers a salary range of $80,000-$100,000 annually, with final compensation determined based on relevant experience and qualifications.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.

Salary ranges listed are dependent upon a candidate's qualifications, experience, internal equity, and the budgeted amount for the specific role and location.