Software Engineer

CBRE; Columbia (SC); Hybrid; USD 97,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE is seeking a Software Engineer to perform master systems integration of building management systems, develop control databases, and create user interfaces per project specifications or sales proposals. The role includes on-site and remote support, field startup, and system commissioning for enterprise clients globally.

Responsibilities include programming, checkout, diagnostics, and documentation; coordinating installation with contractors; and sharing knowledge while adhering to CBRE RISE

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Understanding of procedures and standards to solve problems.
• Ability to analyze solutions using technical judgment.

Responsibilities

• Create complex programming using flow diagrams, sequences of operations and panel layouts.
• Perform programming of control applications using various software tools.
• Site checkout, commissioning, and testing of control applications.
• Approve and develop system graphic displays per project specs or sales proposals.
• Provide on-site and remote technical support to installers and customers.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot escalated issues and take corrective action.
• Document resolutions and report findings to Project team.

Skills

Building Management Systems

Niagara-Required

Distech Controls

Building Automation protocols

HVAC Controls

IT Networking

Commissioning

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in HVAC, Electrical, Mechanical or Software Engineering

Job description

About the Role:

As a CBRE SoftwareEngineer, you will carry out Master Systems Integration ofbuilding management systems (BMS), build control databases, create userinterfaces and set‑up control systems based on project specification and/orsales proposals.

Provideon-site and remote technical support to installers and customers. Performsfield startup and system commissioning tasks as well as the remote installationof software and control programs.

This job is part of the SoftwareEngineering job function responsible for delivering projects on a global scale for large enterprise clients usingindustry leading technologies and processes.

What You’ll Do:

• Create complex programming using flowdiagrams, sequences of operations and panel layouts.
• Perform programming of control applicationsusing various software tools.
• Perform job-site system checkout,commissioning, and testing of control applications.
• Confirm proper operation according toproject specifications, sales proposal, and design documentation.
• Approve and develop system graphicdisplays, according to project specifications or sales proposal.
• Provide on-site and remote technicalsupport to installers and customers.
• Perform advanced system evaluation anddiagnostics.
• Isolate and troubleshoot escalated problemsand take corrective action.
• Document problem resolution and reportfinding back to Project team for customer follow-up.
• Coordinates system installation withinstalling contractors at job site as required.
• Apply in-depth knowledge of standardprinciples and techniques/procedures to accomplish assigned tasks and solveroutine problems.
• Coach others and share in-depth knowledgeof standard principles and a broad knowledge of several job disciples withinthe function.
• Supportthemanagement of softwaretools.
• Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. May convince to reachan agreement.
• Impact the quality of own work and the work of others on the team.
• Work withinbroad guidelines and policies.
• Explain difficult orsensitive information.

What You’ll Need:

• Bachelor’s Degree in HVAC, Electrical,Mechanical or Software Engineering preferred with 5-8 years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination ofexperience and education will be considered.
• Understanding of existingprocedures and standards to solve slightly complex problems.
• Ability to analyze possible solutions using technical experience to apply appropriate judgment and precedents.
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Strong organizational skills with an advanced inquisitive mindset.
• Must possess core knowledge in a minimum of four of the following:
• Building Management Systems
• Niagara- Required
• Distech Controls
• Building Automation protocols (BACnet, Modbus)
• HVAC Controls
• IT Networking
• Commissioning
• Troubleshooting
• Travelrequirement is up to 50% of your annual time. Trips will be overnight up to a weeklong. Back-to-back travel weeks are not normal.

CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Software Engineer position is $96,500 annually [or $46.39 per hour] and the maximum salary for the Software Engineer position is $115,500 annually [or $55.52 per hour]. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience.

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, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affinitive Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)