Senior Sales Application Engineer

Freddie Mac; United States; Remote; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in HVAC solutions is seeking a Sales Application Engineer to provide technical expertise and support for complex projects. This role emphasizes optimizing equipment selections and ensuring compliance with customer and industry standards. Strong technical background in HVAC and project management is essential, and the position offers the opportunity to enhance customer solutions and drive project success.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in HVAC equipment selection, application engineering, or project management.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics.
• Experience with selections, quoting, proposal development, and technical submittals.

Responsibilities

• Develop, validate, and optimize Applied HVAC equipment selection.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and technical improvements.
• Prepare, review, and approve final technical submittals.

Skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Country:
United States of America
Location:
CANCO: Carrier-Home North Carolina Remote Location, Remote City, NC, 27006 USA
Carrier is the leading global provider of healthy, safe and sustainable building and cold chain solutions with a world-class, diverse workforce with business segments covering HVAC portfolio. We make modern life possible by delivering safer, smarter, and more sustainable services that make a difference to people and our planet while revolutionizing industry trends. This is why we come to work every day. Join us and we can make a difference together.

About This Role:

The Sales Application Engineer is a critical partner to our sales team, providing technical expertise, strategic support, and solution structuring for complex Applied HVAC equipment selections, proposals, quoting, and submittals. This role focuses on complex, large-scale, non-standard projects, ensuring that sales teams can confidently present the most competitive, technically sound, and cost-effective solutions to customers.

By translating customer needs into optimized equipment configurations, the Sales Application Engineer ensures our solutions meet performance requirements, budget constraints, and regulatory standards. This role is designed to empower sellers, serving as the go-to expert in navigating technical challenges, refining proposals, and strengthening the overall value proposition.

This role requires deeper technical understanding, strategic insights, understanding competitor capabilities, and creative problem-solving. Through collaboration with sales, engineering, and operations, the Sales Application Engineer plays a key role in driving project success, enhancing customer confidence, and increasing win rates.

Job Description:

• Develop, validate, and optimize Applied HVAC equipment selection, including size, configuration, voltage, and options based on project specifications.
• Ensure all quoting, sizing, and equipment specifications align with customer requirements and standards (local, energy, etc.).
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and technical improvements in system selection to improve our competitive position.
• Stay informed on industry trends, competitor strategies, and emerging HVAC technologies to maintain a competitive edge.
• Develop and refine detailed technical proposals and quotes for complex projects.
• Ensure pricing accuracy, margin optimization, and compliance with discounting strategies.
• Support sales teams in presenting technically sound, competitive solutions to customers.
• Prepare, review, and approve final technical submittals, ensuring compliance with customer requirements and industry regulations.
• Work with sales and project teams to identify scope gaps, potential risks, and value engineering opportunities.
• Maintain accurate records of project costs, configurations, and customer approvals.
• Provide technical guidance to sales and support teams on complex projects and high-value opportunities.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree
• 2+ years of experience in HVAC equipment selection, application engineering, or project management in an estimating or sales support role

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Construction
• Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and commercial building design principles.
• Experience with selections, quoting, proposal development, and technical submittals for complex projects including Water Cooled Chillers.
• Proficiency in HVAC design and selection software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, SAP, Salesforce, or similar tools).
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of utility rebate programs, energy efficiency regulations, and sustainability incentives.
• Experience in vendor negotiations for HVAC equipment pricing and procurement.
• Familiarity with competitive bid and RFP processes in commercial HVAC sales.
• Strong understanding of pricing strategies, competitive positioning, and contract negotiation.
• Knowledge of industry standards and codes (e.g., ASHRAE, AHRI/ARI).

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Carrier is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. Carrier provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.

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