Equipment Systems Application Engineer

About the role

Supports the construction sales team by assisting with pre and post sales activities on building systems and equipment project opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Provides technical support, selections and limited estimating support to Account Execs during project design or proposal phase.
• Aids in developing the customer business case for the conceptual solution.
• Supports detailed estimating of projects for Account Execs to finalize and present to clients.
• Validates assumptions made during proposal and development phase.
• Builds a detailed cost estimate and scope of work for assigned projects in conjunction with Sales.
• Prepares customer proposals and quote letters for assigned projects.
• Includes project takeoffs, specification review, special quote generation and RFQ and RFI issuance.
• Manages project Profit and Loss (P&L) and customer satisfaction for all projects assigned.
• Accomplishes this utilizing the Johnson Controls equipment order execution process, including; execution of the equipment orders, startup and final payment.
• Works closely with branch administration to manage backlog execution, schedule and forecast execution of equipment projects up to two years in advance.
• Interprets engineering drawings and specifications in order to develop and provide engineered equipment submittals in compliance with; contract drawing, site coordination, and site installation requirements.
• Follows standardized submittal generation guidelines for preparation and processing of equipment engineering submittals, including but not limited to; final coil selection, coil hand coordination, fan selection, chiller performance verification, chiller configuration and option selection so as to match schedule, drawing and specification requirements.
• Verifies that Johnson Controls has an “approved” equipment submittal and positive configuration acceptance by the installing contractor prior to releasing equipment for fabrication.
• Evaluates the contractual scope of supply and the impact of client-issued bulletins, field directives and/or scheduling changes.
• Coordinates project schedule with the customer to ensure timely release of equipment.
• Works to maximize appropriate additional change orders.
• Performs associated cost estimates, prepares proposals and works with sales in negotiating final settlement price and customer acceptance resulting from scope of supply changes / change orders.
• Coordinates the factory equipment order process to ensure technical and commercial compliance with contract documents and site coordination requirements.
• Generates technical content of Purchase Orders for field purchased materials and equipment.
• Selects, orders, and tracks the delivery of materials and equipment for assigned projects.
• Captures and coordinates shipping processes to meet factory and project schedule requirements and reviews the equipment order status reports as needed, identifying any critical delivery requirements.
• Coordinates equipment delivery requirements with the Customer.
• Effectively communicates project progress, issues and financial status to management as required.
• Reviews vendor invoices for technical and commercial compliance prior to approving payment.
• Captures and coordinates post shipment services that include but are not limited to; start-up initiation and solutions to delivery, shipping or scope omission problems.
• As required, visits customer sites to ensure delivery and receipt of critical equipment is in compliance with the expectations of Johnson Controls, the customer and the owner.
• Ensures project documentation is compliant with contract requirements, Johnson Controls standards and the formal Johnson Controls equipment order execution process.
• Periodically answers engineered equipment and controls application questions from potential customers and other sales channels.
• Develops and maintains viable long-term relationships with customers, consultants, prime contractors and subcontractors.
• Attends job progress meetings as required.
• Coordinates customer-training requirements with local Johnson Controls service.
• Works with Customer Operations Associate to address any billing and collections issues, and to assure Johnson Controls receives payment in full.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering. Computer skills experience to include: Microsoft Office suite, (with emphasis on Word, Excel) Adobe Writer, and basic Windows operating system environment. AutoCad experience is preferred. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Good organizational skills with attention to detail. Interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with both internal and external customers. Demonstrated ability to simultaneously manage a large and diverse number of projects with professionalism, cooperation, and persistence.

Qualifications

None specified in the job posting.

Skills

Technical support, selections, limited estimating support, project management, equipment submittals, project documentation, customer relations, and communication skills.

Benefits

The posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we encourage you to apply. To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us.