Inside Sales Engineer

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Castro Valley, CA, USA
In-Office
84K-102K Annually
Junior
Professional Services • Industrial
The Role
Supports outside sales engineers on commercial HVAC projects through equipment selection, estimating, proposals, submittals, technical support, project coordination, and order handoff. Reviews mechanical drawings and specifications, coordinates with manufacturers, manages CRM data and delivery timelines, and provides engineering assistance to customers, contractors, and consulting engineers. The role requires strong commercial HVAC knowledge, independent problem-solving, organization, communication, and customer service skills.
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About Us

DMG North is a growing company in the evolving field of building commissioning, and we strive to make buildings work better. Specializing in the optimization of complex building systems, our team's diversified skill set provides value to our clients from the design stages of new construction all the way through operating existing buildings. Our consulting group provides a full array of commissioning services for both new and existing buildings, and our technical services group provides start-up services on complex HVAC equipment from a wide range of manufacturers. As part of the Ambient Enterprises family of brands, the DMG North team consists of experienced industry-leading professionals, focused on logistical, energy and cost-effective solutions to our clients.


Job Description

About the role:  DMG North is seeking an Inside Sales Engineer to join our Bay Area team. This position supports our Outside Sales Engineers by providing equipment selections, estimating, proposal development, project coordination, technical support, and equipment submittals for commercial HVAC projects. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HVAC professional who enjoys solving technical problems, working directly with engineers and contractors, and managing projects from bid through order handoff.

The ideal candidate is someone who can work independently, manage multiple priorities simultaneously, and serve as a trusted technical resource for both customers and our outside sales team.


What You'll Do

  • Support Outside Sales Engineers throughout the sales process.
  • Review mechanical drawings, project specifications, and schedules.
  • Independently perform HVAC equipment selections using manufacturer selection software.
  • Prepare accurate equipment quotations and proposals.
  • Develop complete equipment submittal packages for awarded projects.
  • Provide technical support to consulting engineers, contractors, and owners.
  • Coordinate with manufacturers regarding pricing, engineering questions, and lead times.
  • Maintain project information and opportunity data within the company CRM.
  • Coordinate project schedules and equipment delivery timelines.
  • Ensure smooth project handoff to Project Coordinators and Project Managers.
  • Build strong relationships with customers, engineers, contractors, and factory partners.
  • Provide engineering assistance throughout the life of the project.

What We're Looking For

  • 1-3+ years of experience in commercial HVAC inside sales, estimating, applications engineering, or similar experience.
  • Experience reviewing mechanical plans and specifications.
  • Experience preparing HVAC proposals and bid packages.
  • Experience generating equipment submittals.
  • Strong understanding of commercial HVAC systems.
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Preferred Technical Experience


We're especially interested in candidates with experience using commercial HVAC selection software, including:

  • VRF selection software
  • Packaged rooftop unit selection software
  • Air handler selection software
  • Applied HVAC equipment selection programs
  • Experience with CRM systems, Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, or similar construction software is also beneficial.

Successful candidates will demonstrate the ability to:

  • Make independent engineered equipment selections.
  • Develop accurate proposals and quotations.
  • Generate complete and organized submittal packages.
  • Communicate professionally with engineers, contractors, manufacturers, and internal teams.
  • Proactively manage project timelines and customer expectations.
  • Solve technical challenges while maintaining a high level of customer service.
  • Learn new product lines and manufacturer software quickly.

Compensation: $83,767.50 – $102,382.50


Ambient Enterprises provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Skills Required

  • 1-3+ years of experience in commercial HVAC inside sales, estimating, applications engineering, or similar experience
  • Experience reviewing mechanical plans and specifications
  • Experience preparing HVAC proposals and bid packages
  • Experience generating HVAC equipment submittals
  • Strong understanding of commercial HVAC systems
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Experience using VRF selection software
  • Experience using packaged rooftop unit selection software
  • Experience using air handler selection software
  • Experience using applied HVAC equipment selection programs
  • Experience with CRM systems, Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, or similar construction software
  • Ability to make independent engineered equipment selections
  • Ability to develop accurate proposals and quotations
  • Ability to generate complete and organized submittal packages
  • Ability to communicate professionally with engineers, contractors, manufacturers, and internal teams
  • Ability to proactively manage project timelines and customer expectations
  • Ability to solve technical challenges while maintaining high customer service
  • Ability to learn new product lines and manufacturer software quickly
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The Company
2,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1986

What We Do

Ambient Enterprises is a national collective of HVAC design, implementation, and service experts, uniting regional HVAC firms to deliver high-performance systems for complex environments. It represents leading manufacturers and provides integrated equipment solutions, custom engineering, airside sales, technical services, repairs, and emergency support. Its work serves healthcare and life sciences, data centers, commercial and institutional buildings, and industrial facilities, focusing on efficient systems that perform reliably across the building lifecycle.

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