HVAC Controls Project Engineer

Socket.dev; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas AirSystems in Austin, Texas, is looking for an entry-level Project Engineer to coordinate and manage HVAC projects. You will support project lifecycle from equipment selection to customer satisfaction.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in engineering and strong organizational skills. A customer-focused attitude and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering required.
• Working knowledge of MEP consulting and construction industry is a plus.
• Ability to manage high volume projects.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain job files for each project.
• Optimize projects through selection and redesign.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Communicate with various stakeholders.

Skills

Strong PC skills in Microsoft Office applications

Ability to prioritize and multi-task

Detail oriented

Customer service oriented

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Aerospace or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Texas AirSystems has been shaping the HVAC landscape in Texas for over four decades. With 500+ team members and seven offices statewide, we partner with over 60 leading manufacturers to deliver custom, high-performance solutions that stand the test of time.

Here, your work matters. You’ll be part of a team that values collaboration, rewards curiosity, and gives you the tools to keep growing. Whether you’re just getting started or looking for your next big challenge, this is a place where you can thrive and make a real impact.

Reports to

Account Manager or Account Executive

FLSA Status

Exempt

Note

This posting is for current or recently graduated Engineering Students with Mechanical, Industrial or Electrical Engineering degrees. This position is onsite and local to South Austin.

The Opportunity

This is an entry-level role learning all aspects of Texas AirSystems products and systems to estimate and manage projects. As the Project 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.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain job files for each project throughout its duration
• Optimize the project through the stages of product selection, specifications, plans, estimates, proposals, value engineering and redesigns
• Manage multiple projects on an ongoing basis
• Communicate with owners, architects, MEP Consultants and General, Mechanical and Electrical Contractors
• Organize project related data for order entry
• Respond to and track IOM & Submittal requests
• Read, understand and interpret building plans & specifications
• 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 (Mechanical, Industrial, Aerospace or Electrical)
• 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
• 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 work flow.

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.

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 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.

NOTE

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

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