HVAC Application Engineer

Ambient Enterprises; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ambient Enterprises seeks an Application Engineer focused on pre-sale activities to design, select, and estimate HVAC systems for diverse healthcare, commercial, institutional, and mission-critical projects.

You will collaborate with sales, engineering, and clients to deliver accurate proposals and scalable solutions, while staying current on HVAC technologies and industry standards. Strong communication and multi-project management are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/HVAC Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of HVAC engineering experience with a focus on pre-sale activities such as estimating, system selection, and preparing technical scopes.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, components, and applications (heating, cooling, ventilation, A/C).
• Familiarity with HVAC industry standards, energy codes, and building regulations.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical presentation skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to work with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Provide pre-sale support and technical consultation; guide customers on HVAC system designs and equipment selections.
• Estimate HVAC system costs and develop competitive proposals within project budgets.
• Evaluate customer needs and design HVAC systems; prepare scope of work documents.
• Prepare detailed technical proposals and specifications; ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Project Management, Operations, and Sales for smooth proposal-to-project transition.
• Respond to inquiries, provide application guidance, and build strong customer relationships.

Skills

HVAC engineering

Pre-sale activities

Estimating

System selection

Technical presentations

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/ HVAC Engineering

Tools

BIM

AutoCAD

Solution Navigator

Trane Trace

Carrier HAP

Job description

About Us

We are a collective of HVAC design and implementation experts. As recognized industry leaders, we combine our craft with care for spaces that matter most: healthcare, commercial, institutional, and mission critical. Our nationwide reach gives you flexible solutions for any market or project—delivering the expertise and resources to support your work at every scale. We believe in working with the best products, partners and people and hope you’ll join us!

Job Description

Role: Application Engineer

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented HVAC Application Engineer focused on pre-sale activities to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will work closely with the sales team, engineers, and clients to provide technical expertise in the design, selection, and estimation of HVAC systems and equipment specific to a Key Ambient Partner. Your contributions will be critical to delivering accurate and timely proposals, system solutions, and scopes of work, helping to ensure project success from the outset.

Responsibilities

• Pre-Sales Support & Technical Consultation Collaborate with the sales team to understand customer requirements, project scope, and technical specifications. Provide expert guidance on HVAC system designs, equipment selections, and technical feasibility during the initial stages of a project. Offer recommendations for product selection, considering cost, energy efficiency, and performance optimization. Prepare and present technical presentations to clients and internal teams when required
• Estimating & Proposal Development Perform detailed estimation of HVAC system costs, including equipment and other third-party line-item costs. Develop accurate and competitive cost proposals, ensuring alignment with project budgets. Assess project risks, constraints, and timelines to prepare realistic and actionable proposals.
• HVAC System Selection & Design Evaluate customer needs and recommend appropriate HVAC systems, including small tonnage chillers, large tonnage chillers, Solution air handling units and Custom air handling units. Work with design tools and software to assist in sizing, selecting, and configuring HVAC equipment according to project specifications and standards. Prepare scope of work documents
• Proposal Documentation Prepare detailed technical proposals and specifications based on client needs and project requirements. Review technical documentation, including drawings and specifications for accuracy and compliance with project requirements. Ensure proposals and quotes are well-documented, clearly presented, and aligned with client expectations.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with Engineering, Project Management, Operations, and Sales to ensure a seamless transition from proposal through project execution. Collaborate with product development and technical teams to stay current on HVAC technologies, product offerings, and industry best practices.
• Customer Support Serve as a technical resource for customers by responding to inquiries, providing application guidance, and recommending solutions throughout the sales process. Build and maintain strong customer relationships through responsive communication and technical expertise.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, HVAC Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience (5+ years) in HVAC engineering, with a focus on pre-sale activities such as estimating, system selection, and preparation of technical scopes.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, components, and applications, including heating, cooling, ventilation, and air conditioning.
• Excellent understanding of HVAC industry standards, energy codes, and building regulations.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical presentation skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously, while meeting deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certification in HVAC (e.g., ASHRAE, AEE, or similar).
• Previous experience in HVAC system design, estimating, or sales support roles.
• Knowledge of BIM (Building Information Modeling) and AutoCAD is a plus.
• Experience with Johnson Controls/York Products and Services Proficient in using HVAC software tools and system design programs (e.g., Solution Navigator, Trane Trace, Carrier HAP, etc.).

Estimated Salary: $85k-120k/yr with flexibility based on experience and skills

Ambient Enterprises provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Ambient is a national collective of HVAC firms. Our experts deliver safety, comfort, and highly efficient, sustainable solutions for spaces that matter most: healthcare, commercial, institutional, and mission-critical.