Sales Engineer

Rasmussen Mechanical Services; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k)

Paid time off

Company vehicle

Employee referral program

Professional development

Job summary

Rasmussen Mechanical Services is seeking a Sales Engineer in Centennial, Colorado. This hybrid role combines trusted advisor duties with project leadership, guiding customer relationships from walkthroughs to final handoffs.

You will balance new business development with nurturing existing accounts while coordinating with field crews to ensure profitable project completion. Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in mechanical services, strong technical fluency, and experience presenting ROI to CFOs.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in mechanical services, HVAC, plumbing, refrigeration, construction, or related technical field.
• Track record of selling technical solutions, managing projects, or both.
• Strong technical fluency to talk shop with technicians and present ROI to CFO.
• Organized, self-directed, and accountable.
• Familiar with CRM systems, estimating tools, and MS Office.
• Bachelor's degree in a technical field or equivalent hands-on experience.

Responsibilities

• Walk customer facilities to understand mechanical challenges and scope the right solution.
• Build estimates and proposals including ROI calculations to help customers say yes.
• Coordinate field crews, materials, and schedules to keep projects moving.
• Manage budgets, change orders, and close-out to finish jobs profitably.
• Develop planned service agreements and add-on opportunities from existing accounts.
• Partner with other RMS divisions to offer full-solution packages.
• Follow up after work to foster repeat business.

Skills

Mechanical services

Sales experience

Project management

CRM proficiency

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in technical field

Tools

CRM systems

Estimating tools

MS Office

Job description

EXPLORE CAREERS AT RASMUSSEN MECHANICAL SERVICES

JOIN THE FAMILY

Join a family-owned company that values its employees above all else. With over 50 years of experience in commercial and industrial equipment, we've grown from a two-person team to 10 locations, 10 departments, and over 200 technicians across the Midwest—built for the long haul.

Since 1970, Rasmussen Mechanical Services has been a family-owned mechanical contractor working across the Midwest and Rocky Mountains. We've grown to over 200 people across seven locations, but we've kept the small-shop feeling that's made people stay with us for 20, 30, even 37 years.

We're hiring a Sales Engineer for our Centennial, Colorado location. This is a real hybrid role — part trusted advisor for the customer, part project leader who sees the work through to a clean handoff. If you like both sides of the work the conversations and the craftsmanship this is your seat.

The Work

You'll own customer relationships and projects from the first walkthrough to the final signoff. Real mix of hunting new business and farming existing accounts, real mix of sales and execution. A typical week might include:

• Walking customer facilities to understand mechanical challenges and scope the right solution
• Building estimates and proposals including ROI calculations that help customers say yes
• Coordinating field crews, materials, and schedules to keep projects moving
• Managing budgets, change orders, and close-out so jobs finish clean and profitable
• Developing planned service agreements and add-on opportunities from existing accounts
• Partnering with other RMS divisions to bring customers full-solution offerings
• Following up after the work is done because that's how repeat business gets built

Most of your work will be across the Denver metro and Front Range. Some travel comes with the territory, with a company vehicle or vehicle allowance provided.

Why This Role Is Different

• Family-owned since 1970. The Rasmussens are still actively involved. Leadership is accessible, decisions get made quickly, and we play the long game with our people.
• Real ownership. This is your territory, your accounts, your projects. We hire people we trust and give them the room to perform.
• A full toolbox behind you. With ten specialized departments — HVAC, boilers, mechanical construction, controls, reliability, and more — you'll bring customers complete solutions instead of pointing them somewhere else.
• Backed by an experienced bench. Field technicians, service coordinators, estimators, project managers, and division leaders who make you look good in front of customers.
• Career runway. Multiple locations, multiple divisions, and a pattern of promotion from within. Strong performers shape their own path here.
• Colorado, done right. Centennial puts you in the heart of the south Denver metro with mountains at your back and steady work in front of you.

What You Bring

• 5+ years in mechanical services, HVAC, plumbing, refrigeration, construction, or a related technical field
• A track record of either selling technical solutions, managing projects, or — ideally — both
• Strong technical fluency. You can talk shop with a technician and present ROI to a CFO in the same afternoon
• Organized, self-directed, and accountable — you don't need someone checking in on you
• Comfortable with CRM systems, estimating tools, and the standard Microsoft Office suite
• Bachelor's degree in a technical field, or equivalent hands-on experience — we care more about what you've done than where you went
• Valid driver's license; willing to travel with occasional overnight stays
• Able to pass a pre-employment drug screen

Nice to have: Existing relationships in the Front Range commercial/industrial mechanical market. Experience with planned service agreement sales. Industry certifications (mechanical, HVAC, refrigeration).

• $90,000 – $115,000 base salary, depending on experience
• Full benefits package health, dental, vision, life insurance
• 401(k) and retirement plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Company vehicle
• Employee referral program
• Ongoing training and professional development support

Working Conditions

Mix of office, customer sites, and active project locations. Ability to lift 25–30 lbs occasionally, walk job sites in mechanical rooms and active plant facilities, and sit at a workstation for extended periods. Standard PPE is required and provided where applicable.

ALLY - EVENT COORDINATOR

This is a great place to work. Though the company has grown, it still has the “small family owned” feeling. The owners are present, management is positive and helpful and everyone is willing to help each other out. “Fun” is a core value of RMS and it shows. They’ve got games and a golf simulator in their recreation room and are consistently hosting employee pizza parties, lunches, golf outings, etc.

The building is brand new and has a very modern vibe with private offices and open community gathering space.Fully outfitted gym open 24/7 is a HUGE plus, too.

RYAN - PROJECT MANAGER

I’ve been with Rasmussen Mechanical Services for 9 years, and and what stands out the most is the company’s commitment to a good work-life balance. In my role I have the flexibility to manage my responsibilities while still making time for what matters outside of work. The leadership here understands that people need both support and freedom to succeed. RMS has given me the freedom to learn, grow and succeed with support and direction when I needed it. It’s a place where integrity isn’t just a word—it’s how we do business every day.

GAIL - MECHANICAL CONSTRUCTION MANAGER

I’ve worked here for almost 37 years and helped Rasmussen grow from a handful of employees to over 200 at 7 locations. From the beginning, quality service to the customer was how we strengthened those relationships. Keeping that mindset is how we’ll continue to grow. When I started Erv Rasmussen and I ran several service calls every hour of the day and holidays. He would be very proud to see what Rasmussen has become.

TIM - DIRECTOR OF CORPORATE PROJECTS

I started at Rasmussen Mechanical Services as a technician and, over time, transitioned into project management before stepping into my current role as Director of Corporate Projects. Hard work is noticed, and if you’re willing to put in the effort, there’s no limit to where you can go. The Rasmussen’s truly supports career development, giving employees the tools, training, and trust to take on bigger roles. It’s a place where you can build a long-term career, not just a job.

NICOLE - LOCATION MANAGER

I’ve worked at Rasmussen Mechanical Services for over 20 years, and what I enjoy most is its family-owned culture that treats you like family. Rasmussen provides growth opportunities, which I’ve experienced firsthand throughout my career. I’ve worked in accounting, recruiting, and now as a location manager. It’s a company that values its employees and customers while fostering a fun atmosphere. The support and camaraderie make it a place you enjoy coming to every day.