Mechanical Engineer
Job ID
259375
Posted
06-Feb-2026
Service line
GWS Segment
Role type
Full-time
Areas of Interest
Engineering/Maintenance
Location(s)
Arlington - Virginia - United States of America

About the Role:

As a CBRE Mechanical Engineer, you will manage the team responsible for all mechanical operations for a facility, campus, or portfolio of buildings.

This job is part of the Critical and Technical Services job function. They are responsible for supporting a nationwide facilities program through comprehensive mechanical engineering assessments and technical oversight of building systems, performing a variety of engineering tasks related to facility management such as assessment and evaluation of mechanical systems and review of mechanical designs. Interprets and implements customer requirements and provides support for facility improvement. Incumbents typically have a BS/MS degree in Mechanical Engineering or a technical field specifically related to area of specialty.

What You’ll Do:

  • Provide mechanical engineering support for capital improvement projects supporting a nationwide vocational education program
  • Perform facility condition assessments to identify mechanical system deficiencies and recommend corrective actions or system upgrades
  • Review mechanical engineering deliverables, including HVAC equipment and systems, for code compliance, constructability, and program suitability
  • Identify physical, operational, or program deficiencies that may require capital expenditures and long-term planning
  • Support projects across all lifecycle phases, from planning and programming through design, construction, and occupancy
  • Review mechanical engineering drawings, specifications, calculations, and related technical documentation
  • Evaluate applicable codes, standards, and regulations to ensure compliance across projects
  • Review and support development of project cost estimates, scopes of work, and statements of work (SOWs)
  • Coordinate and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including design, construction, planning, real estate, and other technical leads
  • Participate in or lead mechanical engineering discussions during design reviews, construction meetings, and project coordination sessions
  • Provide technical guidance and recommendations to support informed decision-making by stakeholders
  • Support continuous improvement of facilities and systems through proactive engineering analysis and consultation

What You’ll Need:

  • BS or 8+ years of related mechanical engineering oversight experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution required
  • Professional Engineer preferred but not required
  • Proficient in facility assessment and review of mechanical engineering designs and construction plans to assure they meet codes, budgets, and schedules
  • Ability to participate in commissioning of mechanical systems and knowledge of mechanical control systems and their applications are desirable

Why CBRE?

  • CBRE provides medical, dental, vision insurance, life insurance, disability coverage, and 401(k) from your start date including 15 days of PTO and 11 holidays.
  • Professional Development: We are committed to investing in our employees' growth and development through training programs, certifications, and mentorship opportunities.
  • Career Advancement: CBRE is a global leader in commercial real estate services, providing ample opportunities for career progression and advancement within the company!

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 of AI in the application and interview process.

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 values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. 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).
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