Senior HQ Building Engineer & Facilities Systems Lead

Eccalon, LLC; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Eccalon, LLC is seeking a Building Engineer to oversee daily operations, maintenance, and reliability of HQ building systems in Detroit. You will act as technical lead for facilities operations, ensuring a safe, efficient, and well‑maintained environment that supports executives and staff.

The role requires strong technical expertise, leadership, and a proactive, service‑oriented mindset, with responsibility for budgeting, scheduling, and compliance in a Class A office setting.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in building or facilities engineering with senior responsibilities
• Strong expertise in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical operations
• Experience supporting corporate offices or HQ environments
• Ability to lead facilities operations independently and make sound technical decisions
• Familiarity with CMMS and BMS systems

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee operation, maintenance, and repair of HQ building systems
• Serve as primary technical contact for headquarters facilities operations
• Perform advanced troubleshooting and resolve complex building system issues
• Develop, execute, and oversee preventative maintenance schedules
• Coordinate vendors and contractors for repairs, inspections, and capital projects
• Support executive offices and high-profile meetings with minimal disruption
• Maintain 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 as required
• Mentor junior building engineers or facilities staff

Skills

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Communication

Organizational skills

Blueprints reading

Education

HVAC certifications

EPA Universal

Electrical certifications

Facilities certifications

BMS familiarity

Tools

CMMS software

Building Management System (BMS)

Job description

Eccalon, LLC is seeking a Building Engineer to oversee daily operations, maintenance, and reliability of HQ building systems in Detroit. You will act as technical lead for facilities operations, ensuring a safe, efficient, and well‑maintained environment that supports executives and staff.

The role requires strong technical expertise, leadership, and a proactive, service‑oriented mindset, with responsibility for budgeting, scheduling, and compliance in a Class A office setting.