Area Manager Mechanical/Controls Hybrid (Service Department)

  • Santa Fe Springs, CA
  • Posted 60+ days ago | Updated 8 days ago

Overview

On Site
$80,000 - $105,000
Full Time
No Travel Required

Skills

HVAC
Mechanical Engineering
Controls Systems
Mechanical
Control
RETROFIT
RETROFTTING
AUTOMATION
BAS
Building Automation System
Sales

Job Details

Description:

Job Title: Mechanical/Controls Engineer – Mechanical/Controls Hybrid (Service Department)

Location: 12046 Florence Ave, Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670 (Onsite @Santa Fe Springs, with up to 2 client site visits in a week, if required)

Job Type: Direct Hire/Full-Time with the Client

Client/Company Overview:

We are a leading mechanical contracting firm approaching $100 million in annual revenue, with a robust $18 million service department. Backed by strong engineering and controls teams (9 and 18 people, respectively), we specialize in design/build, design/assist, and plan & spec projects. We pride ourselves on long-term client relationships and organic growth through exceptional service—not sales-heavy tactics.

Position Overview:

Our preferred client seeks a Mechanical/Controls hybrid professional to join our team in our service department. This role is ideal for someone with a solid background in either mechanical systems or controls (with a willingness to develop the other), who thrives in a dynamic environment that blends technical expertise with customer-facing project management and sales.

This is a rare opportunity to join a well-supported team where small-to-medium retrofit and repair projects are sourced directly from our existing client base. You’ll be supported by our experienced internal engineering and controls teams, and collaborate with service technicians and other area managers.

Key Responsibilities:

Looking for a Mechanical engineering professional, a TECHNICAL person-with either a Mechanical background and interest in Controls, or a System Controls background willing to learn mechanics of systems. HVAC exposure is mandatory. Full training and support provided over 6–9 months. In essence, they are looking for someone who wants to learn to design, install and commission controls along with uplifting their skills in doing Technical Sales (via proper guidance and training) to already existing customers with regards to selling and project manage retrofitting, service and controls projects

Qualifications:

 Required:

  • 5+ years of experience in mechanical systems OR building controls
  • Strong foundational understanding of HVAC service, repair, and retrofits
  • Willingness and aptitude to grow into a hybrid mechanical/controls role
  • Excellent communication, problem-solving, and client relationship skills

Preferred:

  • Experience supporting or managing controls-related service projects (BAS/BMS)
  • Previous exposure to both mechanical systems and controls systems in commercial environments
  • Ability to interpret mechanical and controls drawings and specifications

Why Join Us:

  • This is an opportunity to work and know the 360 degree of System Controls, from both Mechanical and Controls perspective, that too in a high performing and one of the top players in the nation, in this domain.
  • Join a high-performing, collaborative service team with a track record of success
  • Work for a financially stable company with a reputation for quality and integrity
  • Be part of an organization that invests in training and cross-disciplinary development
  • Enjoy a balanced role that blends technical work, sales, and project management.

Compensation & Benefits:

  • Competitive salary + Annual Bonuses
  • Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, 401(k), etc.)
  • Ongoing training and career development support
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