Inside Sales Engineer

Ambient; United States; On-site; USD 68,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Ambient is a leading HVAC design and implementation collective serving healthcare, commercial, institutional, and mission-critical spaces nationwide. We’re seeking an Inside Sales Engineer who partners with Sales Engineers to drive business success, manage inbound inquiries, gather project details, and support sales activities.

You’ll be a technical advisor with strong organizational skills, comfortable with software tools, and able to deliver compelling proposals and pricing support in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, HVAC, or related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in HVAC applications or technical sales.
• Strong HVAC knowledge for commercial/industrial applications.
• Familiarity with HVAC design principles and standards (ASHRAE, AHRI).
• Proficiency with HVAC selection tools and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication and ability to work cross-functionally.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical advisor and product expert throughout the HVAC sales process.
• Collaborate with Sales Engineers and customers to understand project requirements.
• Use selection software and tools to propose optimal HVAC systems based on site conditions.
• Prepare detailed proposals, submittals, and performance documentation.
• Deliver technical presentations and product demonstrations to customers and contractors.
• Provide pre-sale and limited post-sale support, including guidance and troubleshooting.
• Assist with pricing, quoting, and ensuring accurate product configurations.
• Partner with engineering and product teams to develop custom solutions as needed.
• Maintain accurate records of customer interactions and feedback.
• Stay current on industry trends, codes, and HVAC technologies.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Highly organized

Self-motivated

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, HVAC, or related field

Tools

HVAC selection software

Microsoft Office

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!

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: Inside Sales Engineer

Reporting directly to the Sales Manager, the Inside Sales Engineer supports day-to-day sales operations by partnering closely with Sales Engineers to drive business success. This role is responsible for managing inbound inquiries, gathering key project and customer information, and assisting with a wide range of sales-related activities. The ideal candidate is highly organized, responsive, and collaborative, with a strong ability to support technical sales efforts in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical advisor and product expert throughout the HVAC sales process.
• Collaborate with Sales Engineers and customers to understand project requirements and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Utilize selection software and technical tools to identify and propose optimal HVAC systems based on project specifications and site conditions.
• Prepare detailed proposals, submittals, and performance documentation to support sales efforts.
• Deliver technical presentations and product demonstrations to customers, contractors, and consultants.
• Provide pre-sale and limited post-sale support, including product guidance and troubleshooting.
• Assist with pricing, quoting, and ensuring accurate product configurations.
• Partner with engineering and product teams to develop custom solutions when needed.
• Maintain accurate records of customer interactions, proposals, and feedback.
• Stay current on industry trends, codes, and emerging HVAC technologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, HVAC, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in HVAC applications, technical sales, or sales support.
• Strong technical knowledge of HVAC systems and commercial/industrial applications.
• Familiarity with HVAC design principles, building specifications, and relevant standards (ASHRAE, AHRI, etc.).
• Proficiency with HVAC selection/software tools and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to develop effective, customer-focused solutions.
• Highly organized, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in HVAC manufacturing or working with sales/distribution channels is a plus.

Location: Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Estimated compensation: $68,000–79,000/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.