HVAC Systems Design Engineer

Socket.dev; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Validated Custom Solutions (VCS), part of the Envelop Group, seeks a Support Engineer to back the sales team from inquiry to delivery. You will validate HVAC equipment selections, pricing, submittals, and provide technical product knowledge.

You will collaborate with engineers to design systems, prepare submittals, and support project fulfillment with accurate documentation and ongoing status updates to customers and sales staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent training and experience.
• 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 HVAC controls in new construction, renovation/retrofit projects, components and systems with ability to program and commission pre and post installation.
• Ability to discuss and apply new HVAC concepts.
• Experience with construction drawings, specifications, schedules and processes is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with sales engrs to understand customer requirements and determine system requirements.
• Design HVAC systems and integrate VCS product offerings into project documents.
• Prepare, finalize and review preliminary and final proposals and submittal packages.
• Assist sales engineer in determining proposal price, selling strategy and project schedule.
• Prepare submittal data and provide revisions for approved submittal package.
• Review manufacturer acknowledgements for accuracy and correct orders as required.
• Complete orders and track progress while updating status to customer and sales engineers.
• Maintain records including contract closeout, warranty execution and product updates.
• Facilitate turnover from sales to service team.
• Provide high level application-based technical product training for offices.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Organization

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent training

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.