HVAC Controls Software Engineer – BMS & Commissioning (50% Travel)

CBRE; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE is seeking a Building Automation Engineer in the United States (NJ) to perform master systems integration of BMS, build control databases, and create operator interfaces per project specs. The role blends on-site work with remote support, and involves field startup, commissioning, and software installation for large enterprise clients.

The position is within the Software Engineering function and requires up to 50% travel, with a salary range referenced for software engineers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent with 2–5 years in BMS/automation.
• Experience solving problems using technical judgment and standard procedures.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Create complex programming using flow diagrams and panel layouts.
• Program control applications with various software tools.
• Site commissioning and testing of control apps.
• Provide on-site and remote technical support to installers and customers.
• Document resolutions and report findings to the project team.

Skills

BMS programming

System diagnostics

On-site support

IT networking basics

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in HVAC, Electrical, Mechanical or Software

Tools

Niagara

Distech Controls

BACnet/Modbus

Job description

CBRE is seeking a Building Automation Engineer in the United States (NJ) to perform master systems integration of BMS, build control databases, and create operator interfaces per project specs. The role blends on-site work with remote support, and involves field startup, commissioning, and software installation for large enterprise clients.

The position is within the Software Engineering function and requires up to 50% travel, with a salary range referenced for software engineers.