Job Title: Applications Engineer

Job Description

Provides controls applications recommendations and answers application questions. Reviews building plans and specifications to determine what control is provided by the company controllers and what needs to be performed by others. Acts as a subject matter expert collaborating with internal engineering departments in product development, testing, and controls. Collaborates with manufacturer’s reps, specifying engineers, contractors, and others to discuss existing or potential controls application features. Applies engineering knowledge as a subject matter expert. Assists in controls documentation and system design requirements. Supports application sales engineers in control sales activities. Collaborates with internal members to analyze opportunities and provide recommendations on control solutions. Provides input for modifications of existing and new products to ensure conformance with engineering design/specifications. Makes engineering decisions based on HVAC system design requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide controls applications recommendations and answer application questions.
• Review building plans and specifications to determine control requirements.
• Act as a subject matter expert collaborating with internal engineering departments in product development, testing, and controls.
• Collaborate with manufacturer’s reps, specifying engineers, contractors, and others to discuss existing or potential controls application features.
• Apply engineering knowledge as a subject matter expert.
• Assist in controls documentation and system design requirements.
• Support application sales engineers in control sales activities.
• Collaborate with internal members to analyze opportunities and provide recommendations on control solutions.
• Provide input for modifications of existing and new products to ensure conformance with engineering design/specifications.
• Make engineering decisions based on HVAC system design requirements.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in Niagara, HVAC system, controls systems, Building Automation Systems, DDC, Tridiam Niagara, PLC, and HMI.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and 7 years of experience, or 12 years of experience.
• Subject Matter Expert in HVAC Controls Design.
• Excellent communication and consulting skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• PLC Programming.

Work Environment

On-site in an office setting with rare visits to the manufacturing floor. Work on a team with 3 other applications engineers (level 1 and 2). The location is in the caves in Parkville, so candidates must be comfortable with this environment. The building is updated and modern.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $121000.00/yr.

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Parkville,MO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 18, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $90,000 - $121,000