Sales Engineer - HVAC Design

Mantis Innovation is a leading facility performance consultant and project delivery engine that delivers smart, sustainable solutions that improve facility performance and unlock operational efficiencies. We serve over 70% of what a building owner/operator spends on their buildings inside and out, including the building envelope, pavements, mechanical systems, lighting, energy procurement, and technology ecosystem. Our company delivers custom outcomes for our clients that reduce operating costs, flatten capital spending, reduce carbon emissions, and drive sustainability ambition.

Mantis Innovation is looking for a Mechanical Sales Engineer / HVAC Design Sales Engineer to work in the New England area. The primary mission of this position is the development of mechanical efficiency solutions for large commercial and industrial customers. The Mechanical Sales Engineer will work closely with Sales Executives and project managers to ensure high customer satisfaction in identification and sales of turnkey mechanical efficiency projects. You will also be responsible for initial audits of facilities, creation of scopes of work that will be used in sales proposals, development of accurate project costs and savings, assisting in closing of sales opportunities, and working with utility personnel on all items needed for incentive money for the project. 

• Ability to quickly evaluate existing HVAC, Building Automation Systems, and other mechanical systems in a facility, identify potential efficiency solutions, and develop the conceptual design and potential economics of the efficiency solutions to be used in an initial proposal.
• With Customer commitment, ability to develop the design and economics of the efficiency solutions to form the basis for a design/build firm price proposal.
•  Ability to create and revise project scopes to conform to ROI and Payback criteria that will meet client, utility and sales requirements.
• Ability to develop savings calculations that satisfy utility engineering review criteria to qualify for utility incentives.
• Work with utility on all facets of ensuring project conforms and fully qualifies for incentives.
• Ability to develop mechanical designs and specifications that form the basis for placing purchase orders for equipment and contracts for installation of the equipment and systems.
• Ability to identify comprehensive projects, (mechanical, gas, controls, etc.),  and bring in necessary resources to develop a comprehensive project, as warranted
• Work with sales executives and project managers in a team environment to create value for customers
• Use a detail-oriented approach to evaluate sales opportunities and adjust as needed to customer needs

• Manage projects to achieve profitability goals.
• Identify and coordinate comprehensive projects, leveraging necessary resources.
• Partner with sales team to deliver client value.
• Maintain a detail-oriented mindset to manage projects efficiently, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.

• Mechanical Engineering degree or equivalent experience required
• 5+ years minimum turn-key mechanical energy efficiency project development experience
• Demonstrated knowledge of design of HVAC systems and BAS efficiency control strategies.
• General knowledge of mechanical contracting and construction processes
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite required

If you are a project management professional with a solid foundation in construction and mechanical systems, we want to hear from you! This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives in a team environment and enjoys bringing projects to completion with precision and client satisfaction in mind. If you're ready to manage impactful retrofit projects and drive efficiency solutions, join us in powering progress in the CT area!

What else can we offer you?

We offer a fantastic lineup of benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, HSA, 401k Matching, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick, Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, Paid Short Term & Long Term Disability, Tuition Reimbursement, and a flexible hybrid work schedule (for office-based employees). Working at Mantis also brings tremendous professional development opportunities that allow you to make a real impact on both the company and your career!

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and members of historically marginalized communities are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Mantis we are dedicated to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, so if this role has you excited but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification we encourage you to still apply!

Note: Employees are held accountable for all duties of this job. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position.

Mantis Innovation is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.