Comfort Systems USA

Sales Engineer

Comfort Systems USA$65K — $110K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field preferred
  • Strong mechanical design background translating customer challenges into solutions
  • Business development experience with general contractors
  • Deep technical knowledge of HVAC, ductwork, plumbing, and piping systems
  • Proficient in managing customer relationships and expectations
  • Skilled in Microsoft Excel for estimating and engineering tasks
  • Understanding of business and management principles for strategic planning

Responsibilities

  • Develop project solutions through value engineering to create customer benefit and competitive bidding edge
  • Prepare cost estimates and technical proposals specifically for complex HVAC commercial projects
  • Serve as the technical contact during the preconstruction phase to ensure proposal accuracy
  • Stay up-to-date with codes and industry standards to guide project compliance
  • Engage with customers, engineers, and subcontractors to identify opportunities and assess market conditions
  • Qualify upcoming projects by discussing scope, risks, and customer expectations
  • Collaborate with customers to define clear project scopes and communicate requirements to internal teams
  • Build strong relationships with vendors and subcontractors for competitive pricing and quality execution

Benefits

  • Career development opportunities
  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee referral incentives
  • Car allowance and gas card
Full Job Description
Step into a role where your technical expertise and customer insight shape real-world mechanical solutions. As a Sales Engineer with us, you'll bridge innovation and execution, helping clients bring complex projects to life. If you thrive at the intersection of engineering, strategy, and relationships, you'll feel right at home here.

Perks of joining ColonialWebb:
  • Competitive salary range of $65k to $110k!
  • Career development and progression
  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • PTO and paid holidays
  • Excellent medical, dental, life, vision and disability benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee referral incentives
  • Car allowance and gas card


A day in the life:
  • Develop project solutions to bring value to existing customers and a competitive advantage to bid situations through value engineering.
  • Prepare cost estimates and technical proposals for HVAC systems for commercial projects. Specifically focused on design build and more complex opportunities.
  • Act as the technical point of contact during the preconstruction phase, supporting proposal development and ensuring technical accuracy.
  • Stay current on relevant codes, standards, and industry requirements to guide customers and ensure compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Engage directly with customers, engineers, vendors, and subcontractors to uncover new opportunities and understand market conditions
  • Qualify upcoming projects by discussing scope, risks, delivery approach, award timelines, and customer expectations to determine fit and priority.
  • Collaborate with customers to define clear project scopes and translate technical and commercial requirements into actionable information for internal teams.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with key vendors and subcontractors to ensure competitive pricing, reliable partnerships, and high-quality project execution.
  • Partner with the sales team to develop and refine budgets, ensuring alignment with project requirements and customer expectations.


You should have:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Construction, or Construction Engineering Management preferred but not required
  • Background in mechanical design with a strong capability to translate customer challenges into engineered solutions.
  • Business development experience with general contractors
  • Possess strong technical and mechanical knowledge of HVAC, ductwork, plumbing and piping systems
  • Possess client management skills; ability to manage customer relationships, perceptions and expectations
  • Demonstrate proficiency Microsoft Excel for cost estimating and engineering functions
  • Knowledge and interest of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, accounting, cost forecasting, resource allocation, and coordination of people and resources


Veterans and those with previous military experience are encouraged to apply

About Comfort Systems USA

Comfort Systems USA is a leading provider of commercial, industrial, and institutional heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) services. The company's services include design, installation, maintenance, and repair of HVAC systems, as well as energy management and building automation services. Comfort Systems USA has a national presence, with over 120 locations across the United States, and a workforce of over 12,000 employees. The company is committed to sustainability and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact, including reducing waste and energy consumption. Comfort Systems USA is also committed to safety and has implemented a number of programs to promote a safe and healthy workplace.
Learn more about Comfort Systems USA
Size
13,200 employees
Market Cap
$4.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$150.1 million
Founded
1997
5 Year Trend
+13.5%
Revenue
$2.8 billion
NASDAQ

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