Senior Building Engineer – HQ Facilities Lead

Eccalon, LLC; Hanover (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Eccalon seeks a Building Engineer to oversee the daily operation, maintenance, and reliability of all HQ building systems at the corporate headquarters in Hanover, MD. This onsite role serves as the technical lead for facilities operations, ensuring a safe, efficient, and well-maintained environment for executives, staff, and visitors.

The candidate will manage HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and life-safety systems; coordinate vendors; and mentor junior staff while ensuring compliance with codes

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Building Engineer or Facilities Engineer experience with senior responsibilities.
• Strong expertise in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical operations.
• Experience supporting corporate offices or headquarters environments.
• Ability to lead facilities operations independently and make technical decisions.
• Excellent troubleshooting and organizational skills.
• Strong communication with executives and staff; reading blueprints and technical docs.
• Familiarity with CMMS and Building Management Systems.
• HVAC, EPA Universal, electrical, or facilities-related certifications.
• Experience leading vendor relationships and small projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee operation, maintenance, and repair of HQ building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and life-safety systems
• Serve as the primary technical point of contact for headquarters facilities operations
• Perform advanced troubleshooting and resolve complex building system issues
• Develop, execute, and oversee preventative maintenance schedules and programs
• Coordinate and manage vendors, contractors, and service providers for repairs, inspections, and capital projects
• Support executive offices, conference spaces, and high-profile meetings with priority service
• Maintain detailed maintenance logs, work orders, compliance records, and reports
• Ensure compliance with local codes, safety regulations, and corporate standards
• Support sustainability, energy efficiency, and cost-control initiatives
• Provide on-call or after-hours support for HQ operations
• Mentor and guide junior building engineers or facilities staff

Skills

HVAC systems

Electrical systems

Plumbing

Mechanical operations

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Blueprints reading

BMS

CMMS

Vendor management

Project coordination

Tools

CMMS

BMS

Job description

Eccalon seeks a Building Engineer to oversee the daily operation, maintenance, and reliability of all HQ building systems at the corporate headquarters in Hanover, MD. This onsite role serves as the technical lead for facilities operations, ensuring a safe, efficient, and well-maintained environment for executives, staff, and visitors.

The candidate will manage HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and life-safety systems; coordinate vendors; and mentor junior staff while ensuring compliance with codes