CBRE
Sr Application Engineer - Remote - Central Region
Job ID 228302 Posted 08-Jul-2025 Service line: GWS Segment Role type: Full-time Areas of Interest: Engineering/Maintenance Location(s): Dallas - Texas - United States of America; Houston - Texas - United States of America; Milwaukee - Wisconsin - United States of America; Minneapolis - Minnesota - United States of America; Remote - US - Remote - US - United States of America; Saint Louis - Missouri - United States of America About the role:
Create control databases, user interfaces and setup of control systems based on project specification and/or sale proposal. Perform field startup and system commissioning tasks. Provide on-site and remote technical support to installers and customers. A Senior Application Engineer will be responsible for mentoring team members in their subject matter expertise areas. What Youll Do: Create programming logic using flow diagrams, sequences of operation, understanding panel layouts, termination details and project specifications or sales proposal. Programming of control applications using various software tools to support operator workstations, DDC field panels and third-party integration devices connected through multiple communications protocols. On-site and remote installation of software and control programs. Perform job site system checkout, commissioning and testing of control applications to verify proper operation according to project specifications, sales proposal and design documentation. Develop system user interfaces, according to project specifications or sales proposal. Provide on-site and remote technical support to installers and customers. Act as the technical liaison between owner/construction managers. Deliver on-site and remote end user training for the use of the installed system. Performs advanced system analysis and diagnostics. Determine corrective action to restore systems to proper operating condition. Coordinate system installation with installing contractor at job site as required. Perform final walkthrough with owner and construction manager to ensure all punch list items are complete and job received signoff of substantial completion. Responsible for completing projects assigned by a Lead Application Engineer. Submit weekly timesheet with a breakdown of hours spent on each project assignment to Business Portal no later than 9 am Monday and preferably by end of business on Friday of the work week. Develop and mentor the Application Engineers. No formal supervisory responsibilities in this position. Provides informal assistance such as technical guidance, and/or training to coworkers. Coordinates and assigns tasks to coworkers within a project. Leads by example and models behaviors that are consistent with the company's values. What Youll Need: REQUIRED Bachelors Degree in HVAC, Electrical, Mechanical or Software Engineering, or minimal two years experience in Building Automation Controls, Building Automation Sales, and/or Account Management, Project Management. REQUIRED - Minimum two years experience in Building Automation Controls, Building Automation Sales, and/or Account/Project Management. KNOWLEDGE Proficient with understanding controls and HVAC systems and their terminology. Must possess a thorough knowledge of the use, setup and operation of Windows-based computers and desktop applications such as MS-Word and MS-Excel. Knowledge of Google drive and its associated applications is a plus. Proficient in programming tools and communication networks to include proficiency in Tridium Niagara. Must be proficient in reading BAS and MEP drawings to determine if the drawing and programming required will work together. Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. Must possess accuracy and attention to detail. Must be willing to mentor and develop others. REQUIRED
- Must possess an EXPERT knowledge level in a minimum of
three
of the following Core Skills: Niagara 4 Software DGLux5 Software Distech Controls Software API Protocols BACnet Protocol Modbus Protocol Lon Protocol IT Networking Commissioning Troubleshooting RISE = Respect / Integrity / Service / Excellence RESPECT: Treat everyone with dignity, value their contributions and help one another succeed. INTEGRITY: Uphold the highest ethical standards in our business practices. SERVICE: Dedicate ourselves to making a meaningful impact on our clients and in our communities. EXCELLENCE: Aspire to be the best in everything we do and strive for continuous improvement. PHYSICAL ABILITIES Body positions: The role requires standing, sitting, squatting, stooping and kneeling while performing all job functions. Body movements: Walking, climbing, standing, bending, reaching, grasping, bending and twisting of arms, wrists, hands and fingers, turning torso and head. Body senses: Must have adequately acute senses of sight and hearing to detect process function. Must be able to hear specific conversation in the midst of multiple communications including telephone and personnel simultaneously. Close and distant vision may be required (may use corrective lenses). MENTAL MATHEMATICS: Must be able to perform routine arithmetic calculations typically associated with HVAC applications. LANGUAGE: Must be fluent in presenting ideas, managerial and technical information, and communicating with customers, vendors, management and personnel with English; technical language proficiency as required. WORKING CONDITIONS Work is performed primarily in climate-controlled conditions, with potential hazards during job site visits (e.g., climbing ladders, rough terrain, dirt, dust, fumes). There may be exposure to stress-inducing or confrontational situations and variable public noise levels. Workdays generally follow office hours plus time for completion of responsibilities to satisfy deadlines and customer requirements, including second and third shift work and weekends, depending on project requirements. Ability to travel up to 50% annually. CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for this position is $100,000 annually and the maximum salary is $110,000 annually. The compensation offered will depend on the candidates skills, qualifications, and experience. Equal Employment Opportunity:
CBRE has 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 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 recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada). CBRE GWS CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) works with clients to make real estate a meaningful contributor to organizational productivity and performance. Our account management model is at the heart of our client-centric approach to delivering integrated real estate solutions. Each client is entrusted with a dedicated leader and is supported by regional and global resources, leveraging the industry's most robust platform. CBRE GWS delivers consistent, measurably superior outcomes for our clients at every stage of the lifecycle, and across industries and geographies. Find out more (https://www.cbre.com/real-estate-services/directory/global-workplace-solutions) CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans) #J-18808-Ljbffr
Job ID 228302 Posted 08-Jul-2025 Service line: GWS Segment Role type: Full-time Areas of Interest: Engineering/Maintenance Location(s): Dallas - Texas - United States of America; Houston - Texas - United States of America; Milwaukee - Wisconsin - United States of America; Minneapolis - Minnesota - United States of America; Remote - US - Remote - US - United States of America; Saint Louis - Missouri - United States of America About the role:
Create control databases, user interfaces and setup of control systems based on project specification and/or sale proposal. Perform field startup and system commissioning tasks. Provide on-site and remote technical support to installers and customers. A Senior Application Engineer will be responsible for mentoring team members in their subject matter expertise areas. What Youll Do: Create programming logic using flow diagrams, sequences of operation, understanding panel layouts, termination details and project specifications or sales proposal. Programming of control applications using various software tools to support operator workstations, DDC field panels and third-party integration devices connected through multiple communications protocols. On-site and remote installation of software and control programs. Perform job site system checkout, commissioning and testing of control applications to verify proper operation according to project specifications, sales proposal and design documentation. Develop system user interfaces, according to project specifications or sales proposal. Provide on-site and remote technical support to installers and customers. Act as the technical liaison between owner/construction managers. Deliver on-site and remote end user training for the use of the installed system. Performs advanced system analysis and diagnostics. Determine corrective action to restore systems to proper operating condition. Coordinate system installation with installing contractor at job site as required. Perform final walkthrough with owner and construction manager to ensure all punch list items are complete and job received signoff of substantial completion. Responsible for completing projects assigned by a Lead Application Engineer. Submit weekly timesheet with a breakdown of hours spent on each project assignment to Business Portal no later than 9 am Monday and preferably by end of business on Friday of the work week. Develop and mentor the Application Engineers. No formal supervisory responsibilities in this position. Provides informal assistance such as technical guidance, and/or training to coworkers. Coordinates and assigns tasks to coworkers within a project. Leads by example and models behaviors that are consistent with the company's values. What Youll Need: REQUIRED Bachelors Degree in HVAC, Electrical, Mechanical or Software Engineering, or minimal two years experience in Building Automation Controls, Building Automation Sales, and/or Account Management, Project Management. REQUIRED - Minimum two years experience in Building Automation Controls, Building Automation Sales, and/or Account/Project Management. KNOWLEDGE Proficient with understanding controls and HVAC systems and their terminology. Must possess a thorough knowledge of the use, setup and operation of Windows-based computers and desktop applications such as MS-Word and MS-Excel. Knowledge of Google drive and its associated applications is a plus. Proficient in programming tools and communication networks to include proficiency in Tridium Niagara. Must be proficient in reading BAS and MEP drawings to determine if the drawing and programming required will work together. Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. Must possess accuracy and attention to detail. Must be willing to mentor and develop others. REQUIRED
- Must possess an EXPERT knowledge level in a minimum of
three
of the following Core Skills: Niagara 4 Software DGLux5 Software Distech Controls Software API Protocols BACnet Protocol Modbus Protocol Lon Protocol IT Networking Commissioning Troubleshooting RISE = Respect / Integrity / Service / Excellence RESPECT: Treat everyone with dignity, value their contributions and help one another succeed. INTEGRITY: Uphold the highest ethical standards in our business practices. SERVICE: Dedicate ourselves to making a meaningful impact on our clients and in our communities. EXCELLENCE: Aspire to be the best in everything we do and strive for continuous improvement. PHYSICAL ABILITIES Body positions: The role requires standing, sitting, squatting, stooping and kneeling while performing all job functions. Body movements: Walking, climbing, standing, bending, reaching, grasping, bending and twisting of arms, wrists, hands and fingers, turning torso and head. Body senses: Must have adequately acute senses of sight and hearing to detect process function. Must be able to hear specific conversation in the midst of multiple communications including telephone and personnel simultaneously. Close and distant vision may be required (may use corrective lenses). MENTAL MATHEMATICS: Must be able to perform routine arithmetic calculations typically associated with HVAC applications. LANGUAGE: Must be fluent in presenting ideas, managerial and technical information, and communicating with customers, vendors, management and personnel with English; technical language proficiency as required. WORKING CONDITIONS Work is performed primarily in climate-controlled conditions, with potential hazards during job site visits (e.g., climbing ladders, rough terrain, dirt, dust, fumes). There may be exposure to stress-inducing or confrontational situations and variable public noise levels. Workdays generally follow office hours plus time for completion of responsibilities to satisfy deadlines and customer requirements, including second and third shift work and weekends, depending on project requirements. Ability to travel up to 50% annually. CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for this position is $100,000 annually and the maximum salary is $110,000 annually. The compensation offered will depend on the candidates skills, qualifications, and experience. Equal Employment Opportunity:
CBRE has 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 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 recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada). CBRE GWS CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) works with clients to make real estate a meaningful contributor to organizational productivity and performance. Our account management model is at the heart of our client-centric approach to delivering integrated real estate solutions. Each client is entrusted with a dedicated leader and is supported by regional and global resources, leveraging the industry's most robust platform. CBRE GWS delivers consistent, measurably superior outcomes for our clients at every stage of the lifecycle, and across industries and geographies. Find out more (https://www.cbre.com/real-estate-services/directory/global-workplace-solutions) CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans) #J-18808-Ljbffr