Senior Application Engineer
Job Description
Universal Controls Solution, LLC is a dynamic leader in control systems optimization and innovative engineering solutions. We are seeking a highly skilled Sr. Application Engineer to join our team and drive impactful projects in building automation and energy efficiency. As a key leader, you will apply advanced engineering expertise to enhance our control systems, support sales initiatives, and lead a small engineering team in delivering cutting-edge solutions for high-profile clients, including national datacenter projects.
This is an immediate need -- if you're a seasoned engineer ready to make an immediate impact, we want to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide sales assistance by reviewing internal sales opportunities and contributing technical insights to strengthen proposals.
- Serve as the engineering lead for the development team, managing a team of two application engineers and guiding the application of engineering principles to complex system designs.
- Act as a key resource for the development team to review, standardize, and implement system sequences of operation.
- Support the development team in creating and refining custom sequences of operation tailored to specific project needs.
- Conduct energy audits for customer sites to identify efficiency improvements and application opportunities.
- Collaborate with the development team to develop custom Fault Detection and Diagnostics (FDD) and Fault Tolerant Testing (FTT) scripts using Kode Labs analytics.
- Perform QA/QC oversight for national datacenter projects, representing customer interests with senior-level expertise.
- Lead development team processes, including project budgets and development budgets, under team oversight to ensure efficient and effective resource application.
You will report directly to David Jonas, Owner Operator.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field (advanced degree preferred).
- 7+ years of experience in application engineering, with a focus on control systems, building automation, or mechanical systems.
- Proven leadership experience managing small engineering teams.
- Strong knowledge of system sequences of operation, energy audits, and fault detection/diagnostics.
- Experience with analytics tools (e.g., Kode Labs) is a plus.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Professional Engineer (PE) license.
- Current residence in Colorado.
- Hands-on experience in mechanical engineering or building automation systems.
We value innovative thinkers who thrive in collaborative environments and are passionate about optimizing energy efficiency and driving project success.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive Salary: $104,000 - $140,000 annually, commensurate with experience.
- 80 hours of Paid Time Off (PTO) per year.
- Company-provided truck: Late-model Toyota Tacoma 4x4 with topper and company gas card.
- Opportunities for paid professional training and development.
- Seven (7) paid holidays.
- Fully equipped company laptop, dual monitors, docking station, and all necessary software.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits with premiums fully paid for you and your dependents.
Universal Controls Solution, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.