Field Engineer & Installation Lead – HVAC Turnkey Projects

CaptiveAire Systems; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401k with employer match

Paid holidays

Paid time off (PTO)

Flexible spending account (FSA)

Tuition reimbursement (PE license)

Relocation assistance

Job summary

CaptiveAire Systems in Tampa, FL, is launching a self-performing install crew for national-account HVAC installations. The Field Engineer / Installation Manager will lead the crew, own jobsite planning, execution, quality, and safety, and travel extensively to jobsites.

The role blends field engineering with construction management and grows into a full construction-management position as the program scales, with full travel coverage and a strong emphasis on safety and standards.

Qualifications

• 4-year technical degree in a mechanical, electrical, or construction curriculum preferred.
• 2-5 years experience preferred in field-engineering, construction-management, or superintendent roles.
• Strong independent problem-solving and field decision-making.
• Willingness and ability to travel; travel is fully covered.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a starting crew of two to three installers across Paragon HVAC installs, ductwork, low-voltage controls and some third-party equipment.
• Plan every install before mobilizing—pre-mobilization site visits, full drawing-set review, and trade coordination with GC.
• Own on-site decision-making, schedule, and quality with daily check-ins and punch list resolution.
• Enforce install standards and safety protocols, including engineer-reviewed changeouts and safe, organized jobsites.
• Run startup, commissioning and reporting on completed installs, especially during ramp-up.
• Provide field-engineering and technical support for customers during install downtime in Tampa, FL.
• Coordinate with Key Accounts Manager and project teams to keep installs on time, budget, and brand.

Skills

Field engineering

Construction management

Leadership

Problem solving

Travel readiness

Education

4-year technical degree in mechanical/electrical/construction

Job description

CaptiveAire Systems in Tampa, FL, is launching a self-performing install crew for national-account HVAC installations. The Field Engineer / Installation Manager will lead the crew, own jobsite planning, execution, quality, and safety, and travel extensively to jobsites.

The role blends field engineering with construction management and grows into a full construction-management position as the program scales, with full travel coverage and a strong emphasis on safety and standards.