Application Engineering Specialist

At Armstrong Fluid Technology, we are at the forefront of innovation in fluid-flow technology. With more than 1,400 colleagues worldwide, eight manufacturing facilities, and operations spanning four continents, we are committed to engineering smarter solutions that improve building performance and help safeguard our planet.

We are looking for an experienced Application Engineering Specialist to join our RSEC Calgary team. In this role, you will analyze HVAC project requirements, develop optimized hydronic system solutions, and collaborate with sales representatives, consulting engineers, and contractors to deliver innovative technical solutions across commercial and institutional building projects in Alberta.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Compensation: Annual salary range of $100,000–$115,000 per year.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Access to a full employee benefits package.
• Retirement Savings: RRSP program to support your long-term financial goals.
• Career Growth: Opportunities to expand your technical expertise and develop your career within a global engineering organization.
• Global Collaboration: Work alongside regional and international leaders, technical experts, and commercial teams.
• Innovation & Technology: Contribute to advanced HVAC technologies, hydronic optimization, and energy-efficient building solutions.
• Meaningful Impact: Help improve building performance, energy efficiency, and sustainability through innovative engineering solutions.

The Opportunity:

As an Application Engineering Specialist, you will provide technical design expertise and application support to our Alberta sales network and customer base. You will review mechanical drawings and project specifications, develop optimized hydronic system solutions, perform equipment selections, and provide technical recommendations.

Working closely with sales representatives, consulting engineers, contractors, and internal technical teams, you will help deliver effective HVAC solutions that improve system performance, energy efficiency, and customer value.

Key Responsibilities:

Application Engineering & Technical Design Support

• Review HVAC mechanical drawings, plans, and project specifications to develop appropriate equipment selections and system solutions.
• Interpret control schematics, plumbing layouts, and P&IDs to support equipment integration.
• Recommend hydronic system designs, including primary-secondary, variable-flow, and decoupled systems.
• Provide guidance on pump control strategies, delta-T performance, sensor placement, and system efficiency.
• Develop technical documentation, equipment selections, and engineering proposals.

Field Support & Sales Enablement

• Participate in customer meetings, site visits, and design reviews alongside the sales team.
• Deliver technical presentations and design recommendations to consulting engineers and contractors.
• Explain HVAC system interactions, product applications, and equipment integration.
• Translate project requirements and field information into practical technical solutions.

Technical Support & Process Integration

• Use Armstrong selection tools to support equipment selections, proposals, energy models, and quotations.
• Support Territory Leads with CRM opportunity reviews, equipment sizing, controls compatibility, and application requirements.
• Ensure accurate equipment configurations and technical documentation.
• Collaborate with Product Management and Engineering on custom applications, technical challenges, and special projects.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Participate in RSEC team discussions, knowledge sharing, and alignment across the Americas.
• Contribute to special projects and the development of technical resources, FAQs, and best practices.
• Identify opportunities to improve technical support processes, response times, and customer experience.

What We're Looking For:

Education & Experience

• College diploma or university degree in Mechanical Engineering, HVAC Technology, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in manufacturing or mechanical systems design, preferably focused on HVAC hydronic or plumbing systems.
• Minimum of 1 year in a customer-facing technical role, such as application engineering, sales engineering, technical field service, or technical support.
• Experience interpreting mechanical drawings, control schematics, and hydronic system documentation.

Technical Skills

• Ability to read and interpret control schematics, plumbing risers, mechanical drawings, and hydronic layouts.
• Knowledge of district energy and central plant systems, variable-speed pumping, thermal storage, heat exchangers, and control loops.
• Understanding of HVAC energy-efficiency strategies, including ASHRAE Guideline 36, reset schedules, delta-T, and system decoupling.
• Experience with equipment selection software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Familiarity with CRM systems and quotation tools is an asset.

Additional Requirements

• Strong communication skills and the ability to explain technical concepts to varied audiences.
• Effective problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and project management capabilities.
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate with engineers, contractors, sales representatives, and internal teams across departments and geographies.

Location: Calgary, AB

Work Arrangement: Remote, must be located in the Calgary, AB area.