HVAC Application Engineering Manager

PEG Staffing & Recruiting; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid family benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A top recruiting firm seeks a Commercial Sales Engineering Manager to lead a regional applied products team in Greater St. Louis. Ideal candidates are technically strong HVAC professionals with leadership experience. This role offers a competitive salary range of $120,000 to $140,000 annually and comprehensive employer-paid family benefits, fostering a strong company culture focused on accountability and support.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of HVAC or mechanical systems experience.
• Strong background as an application engineer.
• Proven ability to mentor, coach, and hold teams accountable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team across engineering, inside sales, and technical service.
• Own and improve core processes: submittals, quotes, warranties, project tracking.
• Drive continuous improvement across execution, customer support, and internal systems.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Organization

Education

Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering or related field

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Base pay range

$120,000.00/yr - $140,000.00/yr

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Direct-Hire Recruiter partnering with top clients nationally. Heavily focused in A/E/C, Technical Sales Engineering, Quality Engineering, Business…

We’re looking for a hands-on Commercial Sales Engineering Managerb> to lead a regional applied products team for a well-established Engineering Firm. This role is ideal for a technically strong HVAC professional who enjoys leading people, tightening processes, and supporting sales with real engineering horsepower. If you’ve lived in applied systems, this will feel familiar—in a good way.

Why This Role Is Worth a Look

✔ 100% employer-paid family benefits

✔ Genuinely strong culture (low drama, high accountability)

✔ Monday–Friday | 8:00–4:30 (yes, that’s real)

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead and develop a team across engineering, inside sales, and technical service
• Run regular project and pipeline reviews with sales and engineering
• Own and improve core processes: submittals, quotes, warranties, project tracking, and issue resolution
• Identify and fix underperforming projects (design, installation, or application issues)
• Oversee technical training and certifications
• Serve as the go-to technical resource for internal teams and external partners
• Drive continuous improvement across execution, customer support, and internal systems
• Partner closely with sales leadership to support growth
• Travel about once per month for site visits, trade shows, and manufacturer meetings

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering or related field preferred
• 3–5 years of HVAC or mechanical systems experience
• Strong background as an application engineer (people leadership experience is a plus, not required)
• Calm, solutions-focused leader who can handle pressure without chaos
• Proven ability to mentor, coach, and hold teams accountable
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills

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Job Meta

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Engineering and Management
• Industries: HVAC and Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing and Manufacturing
• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)

Location

Greater St. Louis

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