HVAC Systems Design Engineer

Validated Custom Solutions Indiana; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A technical solutions provider located in Indianapolis is seeking a Support Engineer to aid the sales team with HVAC solutions. Responsibilities include collaborating with sales engineers to determine customer requirements, designing HVAC systems, preparing proposals, and providing technical training. Candidates should have a relevant engineering degree and at least 2 years of experience in HVAC or similar fields. This role involves both office work and occasional site visits, requiring strong communication skills and the ability to work in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent training.
• 2+ years of experience in HVAC or similar field required.
• Understanding of HVAC controls in construction and renovation is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with sales engineers to determine HVAC requirements.
• Design HVAC systems and integrate product offerings.
• Prepare and review proposals and equipment submittals.

Skills

Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent

2+ years of related work experience

Moderate technical knowledge of HVAC systems

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Ability to work in a high paced environment

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

Validated Custom Solutions (VCS), a part of the Envelop Group, delivers customized HVAC solutions through strategic partnerships with leading manufacturers. Our skilled team of engineers collaborates with architects, contractors, and facility teams to tailor each solution to the customer's unique specifications, budget, and goals. Operating across Indiana, Ohio, and Florida, we are committed to helping customers implement efficient, reliable HVAC systems that meet evolving technology needs.

The Support Engineer will be supporting our sales team from the time of inquiry to delivery, which requires validating HVAC equipment selection, pricing, submittals, and providing technical product knowledge.

What you’ll do:

• Collaborate with sales engineers to understand customer requirements, assess HVAC equipment needs, and determine system requirements.
• Design HVAC systems and integrate VCS product offerings/selections into the project documents.
• Prepare, finalize, and review preliminary and/or final proposal complete. Prepare equipment submittals and validate equipment selection.
• Assist sales engineer in determining proposal price, selling strategy, and developing project fulfillment schedule with project team.
• Prepare submittal data and provide all necessary revisions for an approved submittal package.
• Review manufacturer acknowledgements for accuracy and correct orders as required.
• Complete orders and track progress while continually updating status to customer and sales engineers.
• Maintain accurate records including contract closeout, warranty execution, and manufacturer product updates and improvements.
• Help facilitate turnover from sales to service team.
• Provide high level application-based technical product training for our offices. This will be used to optimize our current training programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required skills, knowledge, and experience:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent training and experience in a similar field.
• 2+ years of related work experience, preferably in HVAC equipment, controls or similar field.
• Moderate technical knowledge of HVAC systems and the manufacturers that serve the market.
• Understanding of the concepts of HVAC controls in new construction, renovation/retrofit project types, components, and systems with the ability to program and commission pre and post installation.
• Demonstrated ability to comprehend, discuss, and apply new concepts in the HVAC industry.
• Education and experience within the construction and engineering industry, with specific experience dealing with construction drawings, specifications, construction schedules and processes is preferred.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Must be highly organized and possess the ability to work in a high paced environment with the ability to prioritize tasks to meet the schedules.
• Demonstrated ability to operate independently and autonomously and take ownership of all tasks.

Physical Demands:

• Work is performed primarily in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards.
• Travel to customer job sites may be required, which could include outdoor work and/or work in mechanical/equipment rooms. During site visits, the employee may be exposed to variable weather conditions, moving mechanical parts, heights, and other variable environmental conditions.
• Must be able to maintain a professional appearance.
• May be required to satisfy requirements imposed by specific projects, customers, or company.
• Must be able to use hand tools, laptop, email, smartphone, and tablet.

Qualified applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without the need for employer-based sponsorship currently or in the future.

Pre-hire requirements include a drug test and a background check.