VFD Specialist: HVAC Systems & Troubleshooting Expert

Ambient; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ambient Enterprises seeks a VFD Specialist to support ABB HVAC drives, train teams, and provide expert guidance on VFDs and related HVAC systems. You will troubleshoot remotely and on-site, conduct demos, and assist sales in matching drives to applications.

This role involves performance of harmonic analyses, staying current with industry trends, and presenting at local ASHRAE events to promote best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent technical training.
• 3–5 years hands-on HVAC or VFD support experience.
• Active electrical license or equivalent experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide over-the-phone and email troubleshooting for end-users and contractors as primary escalation contact.
• Offer onsite troubleshooting assistance; use metering equipment for VFDs and control systems.
• Train the service team in VFD start-ups and troubleshooting; provide training to owners and contractors.
• Develop and support in-house demos for engineer/customer visits.
• Assist sales in identifying the correct VFD for applications and review specifications.
• Perform harmonic calculations and promote mitigation strategies.
• Identify VFD opportunities and support proactive replacement strategies with sales.
• Support local specifying engineers as a subject matter expert on VFDs; present at ASHRAE meetings.
• Stay informed on rebates and industry trends; participate in local trade shows.

Skills

VFDs

HVAC systems

BACnet

Electrical schematics

600 VAC safety

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering

Associate's degree

Tools

Metering equipment

Job description

Ambient Enterprises seeks a VFD Specialist to support ABB HVAC drives, train teams, and provide expert guidance on VFDs and related HVAC systems. You will troubleshoot remotely and on-site, conduct demos, and assist sales in matching drives to applications.

This role involves performance of harmonic analyses, staying current with industry trends, and presenting at local ASHRAE events to promote best practices.