Position : Inside Mechanical Application Engineer/Estimator
Location : Weston, FL
Salary Range : $60,000 - $100,000/year
Employment Type : Full-Time
Company Overview
The client is a leading independent HVAC manufacturers representative serving Southeast Florida, one of the nation's most robust economies. Representing over 25 manufacturers, we provide innovative and energy-efficient HVAC solutions tailored to meet diverse applications. We collaborate with industry professionals and end users from concept to project execution, ensuring value-added, cost-effective results for complex challenges.
Position Summary
The Inside Mechanical Application Engineer/Estimator will be responsible for coordinating equipment selection, pricing, and project submittals. This role demands excellent organizational skills, a detail-oriented mindset, and a strong focus on customer satisfaction. You will collaborate extensively with the Sales Team, Customers, and Manufacturers to ensure timely and accurate project execution. This role offers a clear pathway to an Outside Sales Engineer position if desired.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain detailed job files for each project.
- Optimize projects through product selection, specifications, value engineering, and redesigns.
- Manage multiple projects concurrently in a fast-paced environment.
- Support Outside Sales Engineers and MEP Consultants with product selections.
- Communicate with stakeholders, including Owners, Architects, and Contractors.
- Prepare and organize data for order entry.
- Utilize computer-based pricing and selection tools.
- Interpret and analyze building plans and specifications.
- Build and nurture relationships with customers, contractors, engineers, and manufacturers.
- Identify and address project requirements, constraints, and opportunities.
- Investigate and resolve project concerns to maximize customer satisfaction.
- Travel occasionally for training purposes.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Education : Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field.
- Experience : 3-5 years as an Application Engineer or Estimator in an HVAC manufacturers' representative firm.
- Familiarity with MEP consulting, architecture, design, and construction industries is a plus.
- Strong proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Adobe.
- Experience with manufacturer software like Johnson Controls' Solution Navigator, YorkWorks, Edge, K-Select, Bosch BST, or Wilo Pump Intelliquip is advantageous.
Desired Competencies
- Strategic Skills : Ability to grasp complex concepts, adapt to changes, and navigate ambiguity.
- Operational Skills : Effectively prioritize tasks, organize processes, and streamline workflows.
- Behavioral Skills : Proactive problem-solving, conflict resolution, and goal-oriented drive.
- Interpersonal Skills : Strong verbal and written communication, relationship-building, and stress management.
Physical Demands
- Regularly operate a computer and phone, with occasional climbing, kneeling, or balancing.
- Ability to lift/move up to 25 pounds.
- Requires visual acuity for close and distance tasks.
Benefits (Full-Time Employees)
- 401(k) with matching (up to 3%).
- Health insurance (employee coverage).
- Optional dental and vision insurance.
- $25,000 life insurance policy.
- 15 days of paid time off (PTO).
- 9 paid holidays.
- Professional development assistance.
Work Schedule
- Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Supplemental Pay
Relocation Requirements
- Must reliably commute or plan to relocate to Weston, FL 33326 before starting work.