Strategic Solutions Director, HVAC & IAQ Sales

Ketchum & Walton Co.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Biannual bonus opportunities

Paid time off and holidays

100% employee-owned (ESOP)

Job summary

Ketchum & Walton Co. in Columbus, OH is seeking a technically curious professional to own projects from start to finish. The role blends engineering rigor with sales support, requiring clear communication with customers, engineers, and partners.

You will manage projects, review drawings, coordinate with manufacturers, and ensure on-time delivery while upholding quality and safety standards. A bachelor’s in mechanical engineering and 5+ years’ experience in HVAC, vibration isolation, or related

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in mechanical contracting, engineering, HVAC, vibration isolation, or mechanical equipment systems preferred.
• Strong ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Understanding of mechanical systems, vibration control, seismic applications, building codes, and relevant industry standards.
• Proficiency with Bluebeam Revu or Adobe Acrobat and Microsoft Office; experience with construction/project management software preferred.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit, Inventor, or SolidWorks is a plus.
• Strong organizational, communication, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Ability to independently manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical and application support to Sales Engineers, including estimating and project scoping.
• Review drawings and develop technical packages, submittals, shop drawings, and documentation.
• Coordinate with manufacturers and engineering partners on technical requirements and lead times.
• Manage projects from award through completion, coordinating procurement and installation.
• Coordinate internal teams, customers, manufacturers, and external labor to maintain schedules and requirements.
• Conduct site visits, field measurements, equipment commissioning, and start-ups as needed.
• Ensure installations meet quality and safety standards and document everything.
• Maintain technical documentation and onboarding of new products and manufacturer partners.

Skills

Read and interpret construction draws

Project management

Strong communication

Problem solving

Time management

Team ownership mindset

AutoCAD/Revit/SolidWorks knowledge

Bluebeam Revu

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Inventor

SolidWorks

Bluebeam Revu

Job description

Ketchum & Walton Co. in Columbus, OH is seeking a technically curious professional to own projects from start to finish. The role blends engineering rigor with sales support, requiring clear communication with customers, engineers, and partners.

You will manage projects, review drawings, coordinate with manufacturers, and ensure on-time delivery while upholding quality and safety standards. A bachelor’s in mechanical engineering and 5+ years’ experience in HVAC, vibration isolation, or related