HVAC Field Engineer, Global Center of Excellence

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What we offer  

• Competitive salary
• Paid vacation/holidays/sick time - 15 days (about 2 weeks) of vacation first year
• Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care - Available day one
• Extensive product and on the job/cross training opportunities with outstanding resources
• Encouraging and collaborative team environment
• Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy
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What you will do:

• Building System Surveyor is to support Johnson Controls Building Solutions HVAC sales associates in performing on-time and accurate customer site surveys and project design deliverables in support of the Global Center of Excellence Network.
• At a local branch level this pre-sales support role will work together with Global Center of Excellence (GCoE) Application Engineers while proactively maintaining local authority familiarity, sub-contractor relationships and a working knowledge of the core JCI Controls, Equipment and Service product offerings.
• The Building System Surveyor performs a critical function as part of the GCoE network to ensure that JCI HVAC seller’s pre-sale needs are met through a focus on high-quality collaboration, professional on-site assessments, and by adhering to a standardized process and deliverables. 

How you will do it:

• Conduct timely and accurate mechanical equipment or control system survey and on-site equipment assessments at the local branch level to meet pre-sale support request needs.
• Coordinate locally with subcontractor representatives to obtain project bid quotes and pricing proposals in support of pre-sales proposal generation.
• Complete and deliver COE survey documentation and deliverables utilizing appropriate platforms (e.g., Salesforce, Office 365, SharePoint).
• In coordination with COE application engineers, review project costing estimates with local installation or operations management before submittal of completed deliverables to sales.
• Strict adherence to standardized processes and completion of deliverable documentation (site survey forms, floorplan drawing with device placement, etc.)
• Maintain a strong familiarity with local subcontractor resource availability and competencies.
• Proactively monitor and track AHJ local expectations, regulations and permitting requirements.
• Support sales to provide installation/operations with pre-installation scope of work debrief to aid in a smooth hand-off to installation personnel as needed.
• Maintain a comprehensive knowledge of the JCI core product and service offerings.
• Provide JCI sellers with customer support as local point of contact to facilitate resolution/handoff when an on-site presence is necessary.
• Activities and responsibilities will adhere to current policies, procedures, programs, and services.

What we look for:

Required:

• High school diploma or GED.
• 5 years of industry experience, commercial installation, or commercial sales (not combined).
• Minimum of five years of field experience, such as installation technician or successful sales representative, in HVAC; including controls, mechanical, equipment, service and/or equipment maintenance programs, etc.
• Experience with IP networking common practices, to include up to a minimum Layer 3 basic concepts and functions.
• Experience with computer aided drafting software.
• Strong written and oral communication skills and interpersonal. 
• Strong problem-solving skills and confidence to make sound business conscious decisions in stressful environment.
• Strong PC Proficiency includes Microsoft Office 365, SharePoint.
• Ability to learn JCI specific platforms to include but not limited to; Salesforce, Selection Navigator, NxGen, etc.
• Time Management and ability to prioritize and multi-task.
• Ability to drive to customer and JCI branch locations.
• Occasional travel but limited.

  Preferred:

• Minimum of two years of experience in proficient system design and installation, or service program cost estimating of HVAC controls or equipment in a commercial sales environment.

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JCI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on any protected categories.

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $91,000 to $115,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) This role offers a competitive Bonus plan that will take into account individual, group, and corporate performance. This position includes a competitive benefits package. The posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we encourage you to apply. To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at