Building Engineer

Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) Local is a hardservices-led, tailored facility management solution. We self-perform hardservices while partnering with best-in-class soft service providers to offercustom facility and project management solutions to our clients. We focus onempowering our team with a high-level of downstream accountability, resultingin an agile and efficient service delivery.

In addition to our core facility and project managementcapabilities, our platform offers direct access to our Best-in-Class servicesincluding ESG, Security Consulting, Workplace Strategy, and WorkplaceExperience.

About the role:

The Building Engineer is responsible for the safeoperation, monitoring, and maintenance of complex HVAC, electrical, lifesafety, and critical infrastructure systems at a commercial office facility inWestford, Massachusetts. The facility includes a centralized chilled waterplant, cooling towers, data center cooling equipment, emergency generators, andextensive electrical distribution systems. This position does not include steamor hot water boiler operation and therefore does not require a MassachusettsStationary Engineer (DFS) license. The role focuses on system operation,preventive maintenance, emergency response, and coordination with licensedcontractors in compliance with applicable Massachusetts and federalregulations.

The facility includes:

• Chillers

• CRACunits

• DXunits

• Splitsystems

• Refrigerationcompressors

What you'll do:

Mechanical & HVAC Operations

Operate and monitor:

Chillers (centrifugal and reciprocating)

Cooling towers and chemical treatment systems

Chilled and condenser water pumps

Fan coil units, VAV boxes (with and without reheat)

Data center CRAC and Liebert cooling systems

Monitor BAS/BMS and respond to alarms

Perform system rounds and record operating parameters

Electrical Systems Support

Monitor and support:

Medium and low voltage electrical distribution

Switchboards, panels, transformers

UPS and critical power systems

Coordinate licensed electricians for regulated work

Emergency & Life Safety Systems

Support testing and readiness of:

Emergency generators

Automatic Transfer Switches

Fire alarm systems

Emergency lighting and egress systems

Respond to power failures and system outages

Preventive & Corrective Maintenance

Perform routine maintenance on mechanical systems withinscope

Coordinate specialized service vendors as required

Maintain accurate service records and maintenance logs

Compliance & Documentation

Maintain operational documentation

Support inspections by:

Fire Department

Insurance representatives

AHJ or third party inspectors

Report unsafe or non compliant conditions immediately

Demonstrated experience operating and maintaining:

Chilled water systems

Cooling towers and condenser water systems

Pumps, motors, and VFDs

RTUs and packaged DX units

Liebert / data center cooling systems

Dry type transformers, switchboards, and panels

Experience supporting:

Natural gas emergency generators

Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS)

Fire alarm systems (Simplex)

Emergency response and system restoration

What you’ll need:

EPA 608 Universal Certification (Required)

5+ years’ experience in: Commercial, industrial, datacenter, or mission critical facilities

OR

Equivalent combination of hands-on experience andtechnical training

Ability to respond to after-hour emergencies as required

Manufacturer training (Liebert, Trane, Daikin, McQuay,Carrier) (Preferred)

BAS/BMS experience (Preferred)

OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 (Preferred)

NICET (Fire Alarm – awareness level) (Preferred)

Generator operations and paralleling experience (Preferred)

Physical & Work Conditions

Ability to work in mechanical rooms, roofs, electricalrooms, and confined spaces

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Why CBRE

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leaderin commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses andpeople thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinkingprofessionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is builton our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and wevalue the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. AtCBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential.We welcome all applicants.

Applicant AI Use Disclosure

We value human interaction to understand each candidate'sunique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificialintelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidatesdisclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.

CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The hourly rate for the Building Engineer position is paying between $40.67 - $48.07 an 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.

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