Lead, Applications Engineer

SPX Technologies; Mason (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

401(k) match

Educational assistance

Job summary

SPX Technologies, within the Engineered Air Movement group, seeks a Lead, Applications Engineer to provide technical and people leadership for a team of application engineers supporting the Strobic Air Technologies business.

You will drive engineering excellence, ensure design standards, and collaborate with Sales, Product Management, Manufacturing, and Engineering to position Strobic Air as a leader in high-performance ventilation solutions.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of progressive HVAC, industrial ventilation, or engineered equipment application engineering experience.
• Minimum 3 years leading engineering professionals.
• Familiarity with industry standards (ASHRAE, AHRI).
• Experience interpreting mechanical drawings and project specs.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, mentor, and develop a team of application engineers through performance management and development.
• Establish clear performance expectations for quality, responsiveness, and customer satisfaction.
• Foster a collaborative, customer-focused, continuous improvement culture.
• Serve as the technical expert for complex engineered ventilation applications.
• Review and approve application designs and submittals.
• Ensure compliance with codes, standards, and practices.
• Partner with Sales to support strategic opportunities.
• Collaborate with Product Management, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Operations.
• Support new product introductions and change initiatives.
• Develop standardized engineering processes and documentation.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency through processes and technology.
• Monitor KPIs: Quote turnaround, design accuracy, response time, productivity, quality.

Skills

HVAC design

Airflow & fan selection

CFD concepts

Leadership

Engineeringchange management

Customer support

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

ERP systems

CRM systems

Job description

Building the people that build the world.

With platforms in HVAC and Detection and Measurement, SPX Technologies builds innovative solutions that enable a safer, more efficient, sustainable world. Through our RiSE talent development framework, we Reach, Identify, Strengthen, and Engage our employees to support them in their continued development. We’re a global company of problem solvers, collaborators, and innovators, and our businesses build solutions that impact the world.

As part of the Engineered Air Movement group, Cincinnati Fan and Strobic Air Technologies are leading manufacturers of industrial fans and blowers for OEMs, industrial applications, and critical exhaust systems. With its high attention to detail for products that are durable, energy efficient, and unparalleled in performance, companies rely on Cincinnati Fan and Strobic Air Technologies to provide comfort and mission critical industrial cooling solutions.

How You Will Make An Impact (Job Summary)

SPX is a diverse team of unique individuals who all make an impact. As the Lead, Applications Engineer, you will provide technical and people leadership for a team of application engineers supporting the Strobic Air Technologies business. You will drive engineering excellence by ensuring consistent application standards, delivering innovative customer solutions, and developing a high-performing team. Working closely with Sales, Product Management, Manufacturing, and Engineering, you will help position Strobic Air as the industry leader in high-performance engineered air movement solutions.

What You Can Expect In This Role (Job Responsibilities)

While each day brings new opportunities to SPX, your core responsibilities will be:

Leadership

• Lead, coach, mentor, and develop a team of application engineers through performance management, technical development, and career coaching.
• Establish clear performance expectations and accountability for quality, responsiveness, and customer satisfaction.
• Foster a collaborative, customer-focused, continuous improvement culture.

Technical Leadership

• Serve as the technical expert for complex engineered ventilation applications.
• Review and approve application designs, equipment selections, performance calculations, and customer submittals.
• Ensure engineering solutions comply with applicable codes, standards, and company design practices.

Business Partnership

• Partner with Sales to provide technical support for strategic customer opportunities.
• Collaborate with Product Management, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Operations to improve products and customer experience.
• Support new product introductions, product launches, and engineering change initiatives.

Operational Excellence

• Develop standardized engineering processes, documentation, and best practices.
• Identify opportunities to improve engineering efficiency through process improvements and technology.
• Monitor engineering KPIs including:
• Quote turnaround
• Design accuracy
• Customer response time
• Productivity
• Quality metrics

Customer Support

• Support customers, consulting engineers, contractors, and representatives with technical application guidance.
• Resolve complex engineering issues while maintaining strong customer relationships.
• Represent Strobic Air during customer meetings, factory visits, and industry events.

What We Are Looking For (Required/Ideal Experience, Skills, Education)

We each bring something to the table, and we are looking for someone who has:

Required Experience

• 3-5 years of progressive HVAC, industrial ventilation, or engineered equipment application engineering experience.
• Minimum 3 years leading engineering professionals.
• Strong understanding of:
  • HVAC system design
  • Airflow and fan selection
  • Acoustics
  • CFD concepts (preferred)
  • Building ventilation
  • Mechanical systems
• Demonstrated experience supporting engineered-to-order products.
• Experience interpreting mechanical drawings and project specifications.

Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Familiarity with industry standards and codes (ASHRAE, AHRI, etc.).
• Experience with selection software and system modeling tools.
• Ability to influence and drive alignment across diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Experience with laboratory ventilation systems
• High plume exhaust systems
• Industrial exhaust applications
• Mission-critical ventilation
• Fan selection software
• AutoCAD or SolidWorks
• ERP systems
• CRM systems
• Lean manufacturing
• Six Sigma or Continuous Improvement

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline.

Travel & Working Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Travel up to 15–20% domestically to support customer meetings, project commissioning, representative training, manufacturing locations, and industry events.

How We Live Our Culture

Our culture is at the center of what we do and, more importantly, who we are. Our core values set a standard for how we manage ourselves, and our Leadership Model sets the standard for how we engage with each other. Whether you are an individual contributor or you lead a large team, each of us leads at SPX.

What benefits do we offer?

• Generous and flexible paid time off including paid personal time off, caregiver, parental, and volunteer leave
• Competitive health insurance plans and 401(k) match, with benefits starting day one
• Competitive and performance-based compensation packages and bonus plans
• Educational assistance, leadership development programs, and recognition programs

Our commitment to embrace diversity to build a culture of inclusion at SPX

We value different backgrounds, experiences, and voices at SPX, and we are committed to challenging ourselves, openly communicating, and striving to improve every day. We believe in creating an inclusive work environment where everyone has a voice and is encouraged to realize their fullest potential.

SPX is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer committed to making selection decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.