Building Engineer

CBRE; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(K)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

CBRE is seeking a Building Engineer to monitor, maintain, and repair building systems including plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and related facilities in a fast-paced commercial environment.

You will perform preventive and corrective maintenance on HVAC equipment, monitor Building Management Systems, and coordinate with contractors to ensure reliable operations and safety compliance. The role emphasizes documentation, problem solving, and energy efficiency initiatives.

Qualifications

• Requires 5+ years of commercial/industrial HVAC maintenance experience.
• At least 2 years operating, monitoring, or troubleshooting Building Management Systems.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, mechanical equipment, electrical controls, and building operations.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and control diagrams.
• Experience using BMS graphics, alarms, and trends to assess performance.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on commercial HVAC equipment including AHUs, VAVs, chillers, pumps, exhaust fans, VFDs.
• Monitor and troubleshoot Building Management Systems alarms, schedules, setpoints, sensor readings, trends, and control sequences.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and controls failures and recommend corrective actions.
• Validate operation of sensors, actuators, valves, dampers, and field devices.
• Review BMS graphics and data to identify abnormal conditions and inefficiencies.
• Coordinate with controls contractors, service providers, and remote BMS teams to resolve issues.
• Assist with testing, startup, commissioning, and validation of new systems.
• Support energy management by improving equipment scheduling and operating sequences.
• Maintain accurate work orders, equipment records, and maintenance documentation.
• Respond to facility requests and emergencies while following CBRE safety requirements.

Skills

Commercial HVAC maint

Building Management Systems

HVAC controls

Problem solving

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

About the Role

Asa CBRE Building Engineer, you will be responsible for monitoring, maintaining and repairing building system operations and the performance of various areas including plumbing, electrical, painting, roofing, heating, and cooling.

About the Role

Asa CBRE Building Engineer, you will be responsible for monitoring, maintaining and repairing building system operations and the performance of various areas including plumbing, electrical, painting, roofing, heating, and cooling.

This job is part of the Engineering and Technical Services job function. They are responsible for providing support, preventive maintenance, and repairs one equipment and systems.

WhatYou’ll Do

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on commercial HVAC equipment, including air handling units, VAV systems, chillers, pumps, exhaust fans, VFDs, and associated mechanical equipment.
• Monitor and troubleshoot Building Management Systems, including equipment alarms, operating schedules, setpoints, sensor readings, trends, and control sequences.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and controls-related equipment failures and identify appropriate corrective actions.
• Validate operation of sensors, actuators, control valves, dampers, and other field devices.
• Review BMS graphics and equipment operating data to identify abnormal conditions, equipment inefficiencies, and potential system failures.
• Coordinate with controls contractors, mechanical service providers, and remote BMS support teams to investigate and resolve technical issues.
• Assist with functional testing, equipment startup, commissioning, and validation of newly installed or modified systems.
• Support energy management initiatives by identifying opportunities to improve equipment scheduling, operating sequences, and overall system efficiency.
• Maintain accurate work orders, equipment records, preventive maintenance documentation, and technical service reports.
• Respond to facility service requests and equipment emergencies while maintaining compliance with CBRE and client safety requirements.

What You’ll Need

• Minimum 5 years of commercial or industrial building engineering or HVAC maintenance experience.
• At least 2 years of hands-on experience operating, monitoring, or troubleshooting commercial Building Management Systems.
• Strong working knowledge of commercial HVAC systems, mechanical equipment, electrical controls, and building operations.
• Ability to interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, control diagrams, and basic sequences of operation.
• Experience troubleshooting sensors, actuators, control valves, VFDs, and HVAC control systems.
• Ability to use BMS graphics, alarms, and historical trends to investigate equipment performance.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, documentation, and organizational skills.
• High school diploma, GED, or trade school diploma, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
• Ability to meet applicable physical and safety requirements of the position.

Why CBRE?

When you join CBRE, you become part of a global leader in commercial realestate and investment services that help businesses and people thrive. We aredynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who createsignificant impact! Our collaborative environment is built on our sharedvalues, respect, integrity, service, and excellence and we value the variedperspectives, backgrounds, and skills of our people. At CBRE, you have theopportunity to chart your own course and realize your full potential!

Disclaimers

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Applicant AI Use Disclosure

We value human interaction to understand each candidate's uniqueexperience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.

These updates reflect our commitment to clarity, inclusivity, and a consistent candidate experience across all postings.

Our Values in Hiring

At CBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels they belong. We value diverseperspectives and experiences, and we welcome all applications.

Equal Employment Opportunity

CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Candidate Accommodations

CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at [e-mail] or via telephone at [phone] (U.S.) and [phone] (Canada).

CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Bldg. Engineer position is $40.87 per hour and the maximum salary for the Bldg. Engineer position is $45.67 per hour. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience. Successful candidates will also be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on CBRE's applicable benefit program.

• 401(K)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance