Application Engineer (HVAC)

About the role

Armstrong Fluid Technology is hiring an Application Engineer (HVAC) for its USA Regional Sales Enablement Centre (RSEC) team. The role supports the company's mission by analysing project requirements, developing optimised system solutions and working closely with sales representatives to deliver technical value to customers on commercial and institutional HVAC projects in the USA.

Key responsibilities

• Review HVAC design drawings, mechanical plans and specifications to develop hydronic system solutions from Armstrong's portfolio
• Analyse control schematics, plumbing layouts and P&ID diagrams to ensure optimal product selection and system integration
• Support Rep firms and consulting engineers with system optimisation recommendations (primary-secondary, variable flow, decoupled systems)
• Contribute technical insight on pump control strategies, delta-T optimisation, sensor placement and operating cost improvement
• Take part in site walk-throughs, customer meetings and design reviews with sales personnel, and deliver technical presentations and walk-back sessions
• Use selection tools to prepare proposals, energy models and quotations, and assist the Territory Lead in reviewing CRM opportunities
• Work with Product Management and Engineering on custom application reviews and edge-case analysis
• Help create and refine internal technical materials, FAQs and best-practice guides

Required profile

• Diploma or university degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, HVAC Technology or a closely related field
• At least 3 years of experience in manufacturing or mechanical systems design, focused on HVAC in hydronics and plumbing
• At least 1 year in a customer-oriented technical role such as sales engineering, technical field service or application support
• Experience interpreting mechanical drawings, control schematics and hydronic documentation is essential

Required skills

• Reading and analysing control schematics, plumbing risers and hydronic layouts
• Understanding of district energy, central plant systems, variable-speed pumping, thermal storage, heat exchangers and control loops
• Familiarity with HVAC energy strategies such as ASHRAE 36, reset schedules, delta-T management and decoupling
• Selection software tools and Microsoft Office; CRM and quoting platforms are a plus