Application Engineer III

About the role

This position provides advanced technical expertise in product application, system design, and customized HVAC solutions. The role contributes to organizational objectives by leading complex application efforts, ensuring optimal system performance, and supporting strategic sales initiatives. It serves as a key technical resource, collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders to deliver high-quality solutions while driving technical excellence, mentoring team members, and influencing product development.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical evaluation and application of HVAC systems for complex and high-impact customer projects.
• Analyze customer specifications, system requirements, and design constraints to develop optimized solutions.
• Provide advanced engineering guidance for custom product configurations and special applications.
• Independently manage large or complex application projects from concept through solution delivery.
• Serve as a primary technical resource for escalations, troubleshooting, and resolution of application issues.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and sales teams to ensure solutions meet performance, cost, and production requirements.
• Support sales teams with technical presentations, customer interactions, and strategic project discussions.
• Review and validate technical documentation, selections, and specifications for accuracy and completeness.
• Contribute to product development by providing insights based on customer feedback and application experience.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior sales applications engineers.
• Assist in development of application standards, tools, and best practices.
• Support new product introduction efforts, including training and application validation.
• Participate in cross-functional initiatives to enhance product performance and customer experience.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum of a BA or BS degree in an HVAC-related field, building integration, or controls. Seven to ten years of HVAC and/or controls experience may be considered in lieu of education.
• Professional Engineer’s licensure, EIT, and/or LEED certification is a plus.
• Advanced knowledge of HVAC systems, applications, and thermodynamic principles.
• Strong ability to interpret complex technical specifications and system designs.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and customer engagement capabilities.
• Ability to manage complex projects with minimal supervision.
• Ability to mentor and guide less experienced engineers.
• Strong attention to detail and critical thinking capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple complex priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Work Environment

• Perform work primarily in an office environment with regular cross-functional collaboration.
• Frequent visits to manufacturing areas with exposure to temperature variations, noise, and industrial conditions.
• Regular interaction with engineering, sales, and production teams.
• Occasional travel to customer sites, industry events, or training sessions.
• Compliance with all company policies and procedures to maintain a safe working environment.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required when visiting production areas.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods during work activities.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Occasionally navigate manufacturing environments.