Mechanical Engineer

Our client, a successful 50-year old business, that continues to grow, is seeking to add an experienced and highly motivated Mechanical Engineer (Pre/Post Sales Support) with a strong technical background and proven success in the field of hydronics, chillers, and cooling tower systems to support their current and future clients in the Huntsville & North Alabama region.

This is a mostly remote position, preferably based in Huntsville, AL offering flexibility to work from home when not onsite at clients. Compensation Base+ bonus ($100k+)

You will be responsible for supporting the sales team by providing technical expertise, guidance, pre-bid & post-award, project and ongoing support to clients in both the commercial and government sectors—focusing on hydronic systems, chillers, and cooling tower installations and support.

Responsibilities:

• Sales Support: Work closely with the sales team to drive business growth by providing technical insights, specifications, and solutions for hydronics, chillers, and cooling tower systems.
• Client Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, engineers, and project stakeholders throughout the Huntsville and North Alabama regions.
• Technical Presentations: Deliver engaging and informative technical presentations to clients, addressing their specific needs and challenges.
• System Design & Specifications: Assist clients and sales teams in designing customized hydronic, chiller, and cooling tower systems that meet performance and budgetary requirements.
• Proposal & Quotation Support: Collaborate with the sales team to develop competitive proposals and quotations, ensuring accurate and competitive technical specifications.
• Project Coordination: Liaise with client engineers, contractors, and internal teams to ensure smooth project execution and timely delivery of technical solutions.
• Troubleshooting & Technical Advice: Provide expert troubleshooting advice and technical support for ongoing or completed projects.
• Training & Development: Offer training sessions and workshops to client teams, internal staff, and other stakeholders on product applications and system maintenance.
• Market Intelligence: Stay current with industry trends, product developments, and competitor activities to ensure the company remains a leader in hydronic, chiller, and cooling tower systems.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME/MSME) from an ABET-accredited program.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in Alabama, preferred; or ability to obtain one via comity (reciprocity).
• 5 or more years of experience working with hydronic systems, chillers, and cooling towers, with a strong understanding of cooling systems— is preferred. Note: Experience with design and support of Thermal Systems, Refrigeration, Piping, Fluid Power, Combustion, Airside Distribution and Building Energy Systems may be substituted.
• Extensive experience in designing, specifying, and supporting the installation of hydronic, chiller, and cooling tower systems—is preferred.
• Experience with large commercial or industrial Chilled Water Systems, Building Energy Systems, etc. projects.
• Knowledge of energy-efficient systems and sustainability practices.
• Familiarity with reading blueprints, CAD software and other technical software.
• Personality, attitude, and demonstrated ability to support sales efforts, build client relationships, and drive business growth is required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to deliver technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Willingness to travel to client locations within the Huntsville and North Alabama region as needed (50-70% of the time). Trips to Birmingham and possibly Montgomery from time to time may arise.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and commission structure
• BCBS Health, dental, and vision insurance
• PTO (Holidays and Vacation)
• Retirement plan with company match
• Flexible remote work option
• Professional development opportunities

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.