Company Description
With over 115 years of experience EMCO Corporation is a leading national wholesale distributor of plumbing, HVAC, waterworks, and industrial products to the construction industry. We provide quality and cutting-edge products that help support residential, commercial and infrastructure initiatives across Canada.
At EMCO, we are committed to providing sustainable solutions to our customers and communities in which we live and serve. Our talented and passionate team members are the key to our success. We empower our team members to act like owners and make a difference within our business through striving for innovation and providing excellence in customer service.
We offer a fun, fast-paced and dynamic workplace. We work as a team, share core values, and support each other’s growth and development. As our teammate, you will have the opportunity to continually develop your skills through ongoing training, have the opportunity to be innovative and try new things, and work alongside passionate colleagues with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are a team of enthusiastic individuals who are dedicated to meeting and exceeding the needs of the customers we serve.
Job Description
We are seeking a motivated, passionate individual to join our team. This is a full-time paid salary position intended for individuals with or without experience (suitable for new grads). As a project engineer, you will be responsible for providing applications engineering support to our EMCO HVAC profit center teams and their customers.
Your goal is to secure mid-to-large scale commercial and residential projects by providing the highest level of customer-service to our stakeholders. You will use various design and engineering tools to create innovative solutions and prepare proposals. As a trusted resource to our stakeholders looking to apply non-traditional HVAC technologies, you will be responsible for delivering technical product information and providing HVAC system recommendations. As part of this role, you will be given the autonomy to work on projects that interest you and you are encouraged to bring forth new ideas, technologies, and business opportunities to help improve and grow the EMCO business line.

QUALIFICATIONS

• College diploma or University degree in engineering (mechanical, civil, electrical), architecture, building science, or HVAC trades.
• Outstanding customer service, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent relationship building skills with customers, vendors, and teammates
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment with a strong attention to detail.
• Possess a strong work ethic and a high standard of integrity.
• Must work well independently (with little to no supervision) and in a team setting.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Possess a valid Driver’s License.

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Candidates with mechanical engineering or building science backgrounds.
• Previous experience with or knowledge of air source/ground source/water source/heat pumps, ERV’s/HRV’s, hydronics, commercial ventilation, VRF systems, or refrigeration systems.
• Experience using excel for data manipulation and preparing reports.
• Sales, business development or management experience considered an asset.
• Having any of the following certifications is considered an asset: BCIN, HRAI HVAC design certifications, LEED, CEA, CRE, CEM, CET, CMVP.
• Experience using energy modelling or design software (Hourly Analysis Program, Wrightsoft, eQuest, HOT2000, etc.)
  Additional Information

• Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of innovative HVAC products, systems and their applications.
• Support customer inquiries with technical guidance on HVAC products and installations.
• Create project proposals that effectively communicate the proposed solution, project pricing and features and benefits.
• Conduct heat transfer and ventilation calculations to accurately size and select new HVAC systems for existing buildings.
• Design and select alternative HVAC systems that provide improved performance and long-term energy savings over traditional systems.
• Interpret engineer drawings and complete take-offs/spec conversions and bid package proposals for bid-spec projects.
• Use manufacturer design software to accurately design and select manufacturer specific HVAC solutions.
• Heat pump system energy modelling using tools provided by Natural Resources Canada.
• Troubleshoot and help create solutions for customers when problems arise.
• Build and sustain effective working relationships with key vendor partners, EMCO profit center teammates, HVAC contractor customers and industry partners.
• Effectively communicate and deliver federal, provincial and municipal energy efficiency incentive programs to EMCO stakeholders.
• Manage mid-to-large scale projects and effectively communicate with all stakeholders involved.
• Deliver unique and creative financial solutions/models to help secure large bids.
• Engage with public and private industry stakeholders through tradeshows, webinars, training, and 1-on-1 meetings to examine market opportunities and create new sales leads.
• Research and provide recommendations on new products, services, programs and market trends to internal and external stakeholders.
• Understand and follow all safety regulations at all customer locations as well as EMCO profit centers.