Building Engineer Jobs in Indiana

Building Engineer jobs in Indiana are concentrated in Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, and Evansville, where commercial real estate, higher education campuses, and large healthcare systems generate steady demand for facilities professionals. Employers such as Duke Realty, Indiana University Health, and Eli Lilly maintain sizable built environments that require full-time building engineers skilled in HVAC systems, building automation controls, and preventive maintenance. Openings range from entry-level stationary engineer roles to senior facilities positions overseeing multi-building portfolios. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles18
Top employerCBRE
Top cityIndianapolis, IN
Cities hiring4
Work type50% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Building Management Systems Engineer
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Building Management Systems Engineer
Turner Construction Company
Lebanon, Indiana
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Engineering
Specialized Engineering
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Building Engineer
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Building Engineer
JLL
Indianapolis, Indiana
IT Support
Project Management
Technical Program Management
On-Site
EPA Universal Certification
10,000+

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Sr. Building Engineer - (Plumbing)
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Sr. Building Engineer - (Plumbing)
CBRE
Lebanon, Indiana
Business Operations
Business Strategy
Project Management
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Area Engineer - Small Molecule Building - Lilly Medicine Foundry
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Area Engineer - Small Molecule Building - Lilly Medicine Foundry
Eli Lilly
Lebanon, Indiana
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Project Management
$68k - $174k/yr
Bachelor's degree in architectural engineering
10,000+

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Building Engineer
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Building Engineer
Bevara Building Services
Indianapolis, Indiana
IT Support
Project Management
Technical Program Management
$31 - $35/hr
High school diploma or GED
51-200

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Building Engineer Jobs by City in Indiana

Where Indiana roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Indianapolis
9 jobs
Lebanon
7 jobs
Plainfield
1 job
Jeffersonville
1 job

Building Engineer Job Market in Indiana

A snapshot from current Indiana openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

CBRE7 open roles
Johnson Controls3 open roles
JLL1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software

What Indiana Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in building engineer jobs across Indiana.

  • Active Indiana stationary engineer or boiler operator license or equivalent recognized credential
  • Hands-on experience maintaining HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical building systems
  • Familiarity with building automation systems and energy management control platforms
  • Ability to read blueprints, equipment manuals, and mechanical drawings accurately
  • Strong preventive maintenance documentation and work-order management skills
  • High school diploma or GED with vocational training or an associate degree in a related field

Building Engineer Jobs in Indiana: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a building engineer in Indiana?

Most Indiana employers require at minimum a high school diploma plus vocational or technical training in building systems, HVAC, or electrical work. Indiana regulates stationary engineers and boiler operators through the Indiana Department of Homeland Security, which administers licensing exams for those operating high-pressure equipment. Many candidates start with a trade certificate from Ivy Tech Community College, then pursue employer-sponsored licensing. Certifications from BOMA or IFMA strengthen candidacy for facilities-level roles.

Which companies hire building engineers in Indiana?

Employers hiring building engineers in Indiana right now include CBRE, Johnson Controls, and JLL, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Indiana's concentration of large hospital networks, university campuses, and corporate headquarters creates consistent year-round demand for qualified building engineers across the state.

Which Indiana cities have the most building engineer jobs?

Indianapolis, Lebanon, and Plainfield lead Indiana for building engineer openings. Indianapolis dominates because of its dense commercial real estate market, major hospital systems, and corporate campus presence, while Fort Wayne and Evansville generate openings through regional medical centers, manufacturing facilities, and growing mixed-use developments that each require dedicated on-site facilities staff.

Are there remote building engineer jobs in Indiana?

Yes, but they're rare. Building engineer work is inherently hands-on, requiring physical presence to inspect, maintain, and repair mechanical and electrical systems. About 50% of building engineer openings tied to Indiana are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions tend to be in facilities management coordination, energy auditing, or building automation oversight rather than direct on-site maintenance.

How can I get hired as a building engineer in Indiana with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is a maintenance technician or facilities assistant role at a large Indiana institution such as a hospital network, university, or property management company. Ivy Tech Community College offers building systems technology programs that many Indiana employers recognize as a hiring credential. Pursuing a stationary engineer license through the Indiana Department of Homeland Security while working in a related trade role, such as HVAC technician or electrician's helper, signals commitment and accelerates advancement into full building engineer positions.

Where can I find and apply to building engineer jobs in Indiana?

You can find and apply to building engineer jobs in Indiana on Migrate Mate, which lists current Indiana openings updated regularly. Find the roles that fit your experience and location, then apply directly to the employer through each listing without any additional sign-up step required.

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