Senior Building Engineer; Nvidia

Senior Building Engineer (Nvidia)

Job

255638

Posted

16-Jan-2026

Service line

GWS Segment

Role type

Full-time

Areas of Interest

Data Centers, Engineering/Maintenance, Facilities Management

Location(s)

Fremont - California - United States of America, Hayward - California - United States of America, Palo Alto - California - United States of America, San Jose - California - United States of America, San Mateo - California - United States of America, Santa Clara - California - United States of America

** About the Role*
* Join CBRE as a Senior Building Engineer at a large Data Center in Santa Clara, where your expertise in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems keeps our facilities running efficiently. You'll perform repairs, observe building operations, and apply specialized knowledge to the site-all with the autonomy to make a real impact.

This job is part of the Engineering and Technical Services job function.

** What You'll Do*
* + Assign work orders and estimate the time and materials needed to complete repairs. Maintain an inventory of adequate supplies and tools.

+ Perform maintenance and repairs to mechanical, plumbing, structural, furniture, fire, life safety, and control systems. Align with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency, and company directives related to building operations and work safety.

+ Develop an energy management program. Ensure all systems operate in the most efficient manner.

+ Lead all aspects of and inspect the work performed by outside contractors. Respond to common inquiries or complaints from clients, co-workers, and/or supervisors.

+ Advise the implementation of a preventive maintenance program to ensure that building machinery and systems meet or exceed their rated life. Perform repairs and emergency maintenance as needed.

+ Review and sign off on inspections of building systems including fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing to ensure the operation of equipment is within design capabilities and achieves environmental conditions prescribed by the client.

+ Apply knowledge to seek and develop new, better methods for accomplishing both individual and department objectives.

+ Bring deep expertise in your field and broad knowledge across teams to mentor others, lead by example, and champion CBRE's RISE values-while influencing senior partners and guiding teams toward innovative solutions.

+ Give to new products, processes, standards, and/or operational plans in support of achieving functional goals.

** What You'll Need*
* + High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma or equivalent experience with 5-8 years of job-related experience.

+ Prior shift manager or supervisory experience preferred. Universal CFC certification required. Additional certification in one or more of the following: HVAC, electrical, mechanical, HVAC and refrigeration systems, process controls, mechanical power transmissions, painting, plumbing, carpentry or engine repair.

+ Meet the physical requirements of this role including stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs/ladders, and the ability to lift/carry heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more.

+ Microsoft Office knowledge such as Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and CMMS experience

** Why CBRE?*
* + We are guided by the needs of the cities we inhabit, the communities we build and the world we thrive in!

+ Benefits start 1st of the month:
Medical, dental vision, PTO, 401k, paid holidays and more!

+ Internal advancement available after 6-month mark

+ Work/Life Balance: 40-45 hours a week

** Disclaimers*
* Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

** Other keywords:
** Facilities Engineer, Maintenance Engineer, Building Systems Engineer, Senior Maintenance Technician, HVAC Engineer, HVAC, commercial, EPA Universal, Electrician, Plumber, Service Technician, lead, preventative maintenance, chiller, chilling plant, BMS, controls, ALC, CFC.

** AI Use Disclosure*
* We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills, and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use…