Mechanical Concepts - Ruston, LA
posted 5 months ago
The Commercial HVAC Technical Inside Sales Engineer position at Mechanical Concepts LLC is a critical role that focuses on equipment estimating within the HVAC industry. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in HVAC estimating, complemented by analytical skills, possibly from computer programming or coding experience. This position is primarily based in Shreveport, Louisiana, and involves detailed technical work that requires strong mathematical and computer skills. Attention to detail is paramount, as the role involves interfacing with various stakeholders, including co-workers, customers, and factory representatives. Effective communication and organizational skills are essential, as the candidate will need to prioritize tasks and meet strict deadlines. The successful candidate will receive direct training related to the product lines represented by the company, ensuring they have the technical knowledge necessary to fulfill job requirements effectively. In this role, the engineer will support the sales efforts of the company by conducting detailed reviews of product specifications and selections, identifying issues that need to be addressed with consulting engineers, and developing optimized bills of material for projects. Coordination with factory personnel for pricing is also a key responsibility. The engineer will prepare proposals for customer bid lists, detailing project scopes and emphasizing the benefits provided to meet customer requirements. Additionally, the role includes providing backup support to customers who inquire about quotes or require further information. The position also emphasizes job development, where the engineer will learn the product lines represented by the company to optimize quotes effectively. Gaining competitive knowledge of both the company's products and those of competitors will enhance the engineer's ability to optimize project bills of material and improve competitive positioning on projects. Familiarity with individual manufacturers' systems for product selection, pricing, and ordering will also be part of the learning process.