Facilities Technology Engineer

The Facilities Technology Manager leads the strategy, design, and implementation of building systems technology across all corporate‑owned facilities. Responsibilities include developing long‑term technology strategies, overseeing automation and building systems, managing the CAFM platform, and ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations. This role serves as a critical liaison between Facilities and cross‑functional partners such as IT and Safety & Security. Decisions made in this role have significant impact on operational efficiency, energy consumption, and occupant experience.

• Leadership & Team Development: Build and lead a high‑performing team; recruit, coach, and develop technical talent.

• Technology Strategy: Define and execute long‑range strategies for building automation, fire systems, controls, AV, electrical, lighting, low‑voltage, and CAFM systems.

• Project Management: Oversee design, engineering, and installation of complex systems; manage scope, objectives, and requirements for major projects.

• Budget Oversight: Manage an $300K annual operating budget and influence capital investments up to $2M per project.

• Systems Analysis: Monitor performance, obsolescence, and opportunities for improvement; act as an internal consultant for facilities technology.

• Stakeholder
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Partner with IT, Information Security, Security, and Procurement to ensure alignment and compliance.

• Vendor Management: Select and manage external consultants and contractors for specialized projects.

• Compliance &
  
  Risk Management:
  
  Ensure adherence to all applicable laws, codes, and standards.

• Sustainability: Implement energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives in building systems.

• Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in facilities technology or building systems engineering.
• Proven leadership and project management skills.
• Advanced technical knowledge of HVAC, electrical, lighting, fire systems, AV, and CAFM platforms. Experience with Siemens Desigo and Lutron is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to interpret blueprints and schematic diagrams.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to present complex concepts to non‑technical audiences.
• Physical ability to handle equipment up to 50 lbs in confined spaces.
• Familiarity with IoT‑enabled building systems and smart building technologies.
• Knowledge of building commissioning processes.
• Professional certifications such as CEM (Certified Energy Manager) or CCP (Certified Commissioning Professional) preferred.

• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to resolve complex problems and make strategic decisions under ambiguity.
• Willingness to travel for site visits, product demos, and training.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and innovation.

Thrivent’s long‑term growth depends on attracting, rewarding, and retaining people who are committed to helping others thrive with purpose. We accomplish this by offering a wide variety of market competitive compensation programs to attract, reward, and retain top talent. The applicable salary or hourly wage range for this full‑time role is $ - $ per year, which factors in various geographic regions.

The base pay actually offered will be determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to, location, relevant experience, skills, and knowledge, business needs, market demand, and other factors Thrivent deems important. Thrivent is unique in our commitment to helping people to be wise with money and live balanced and generous lives. That extends to our benefits. The following benefits may be offered: various bonuses (including, for example, annual or long‑term incentives);

medical, dental, and vision insurance; health savings account; flexible spending account; 401(k); pension; life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance; disability insurance; supplemental protection insurance; 20 days of Paid Time Off each year;
Sick and Safe Time; 10 paid company holidays;
Volunteer Time Off; paid…