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Junior Building Engineer – MEP / Facilities
360 Building Engineering | Hybrid / Remote with Field Work
$90,000–$150,000 base 10% target annual bonus
Love figuring out how buildings actually work, not just how they look on drawings? 360 Building Engineering is looking for a hands-on technical professional to join our building engineering consulting team.
This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in HVAC, mechanical systems, facilities, construction, or a related trade who wants to grow into broader MEP and building engineering consulting. A four-year engineering degree is NOT required. We value real field experience.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Perform site investigations, facility assessments, job walks, and equipment surveys
- Review MEP and fire/life-safety drawings for coordination, constructability, and alignment with field conditions
- Review submittals, shop drawings, RFIs, and equipment specifications
- Provide field representation during construction, installation, testing, and commissioning
- Identify design conflicts, installation issues, and opportunities for improvement
- Prepare field reports, punch lists, scopes of work, and technical recommendations
- Support equipment startup, functional testing, troubleshooting, and project closeout
- Work directly with clients, architects, engineers, contractors, and facility teams
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
- 5 years of combined relevant experience and technical training, including at least 1 year of direct field experience in commercial, industrial, or institutional facilities
- Backgrounds in HVAC install/service, mechanical or electrical trades, facilities engineering, controls/BMS, commercial construction, commissioning, or similar
- Working knowledge across several areas: HVAC, piping, electrical distribution, plumbing, fire/life safety, roofing, building automation, and construction documents
- Polished, professional communication. You'll represent us with senior clients and explain technical issues to technical and non-technical audiences alike
- Good judgment about when to handle an issue independently and when to escalate
- Strong computer skills: Microsoft Office, PDF markup, cloud collaboration, video conferencing, and a willingness to learn new tools
Nice to have: AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, SketchUp, BMS software, infrared or 360° cameras, or digital test equipment. A degree in engineering, engineering technology, or construction management is welcome but not required.
We encourage applicants from apprenticeships, trade programs, technical schools, military technical training, facilities operations, and other hands-on career paths. You don't need to be an expert in every discipline. We're looking for a solid foundation and a real desire to learn.
WHAT WE OFFER
- $90,000–$150,000 base salary, depending on experience and qualifications
- 10% target annual bonus (roughly $99,000–$165,000 in total target cash compensation)
- Hybrid/remote flexibility
- Full reimbursement of approved travel expenses (airfare, lodging, mileage, and more)
- Structured on-the-job training, ongoing technical training, and direct mentorship
- Broad exposure across HVAC, electrical, plumbing, FLS, roofing, controls, and commissioning
- A clear path to grow into a well-rounded, client-facing building engineering consultant
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Much of the drawing review, documentation, and coordination is done remotely. Field assignments are a core part of the role and may include regional or out-of-area travel, overnight stays, and occasional early-morning, evening, or off-hours work.
If you're equally comfortable in a mechanical room, on a construction site, and in an executive client meeting, we'd love to hear from you.
Salary : $90,000 - $150,000