Building Engineer Jobs in Missouri

Building Engineer jobs in Missouri concentrate in commercial real estate, healthcare facilities, and higher education, with demand running from entry-level operators to senior chief engineers. Kansas City and St. Louis anchor the market, joined by Columbia, where large employers such as Emerson Electric, BJC HealthCare, and the University of Missouri maintain substantial facilities portfolios. The most in-demand specialties are HVAC and mechanical systems, building automation and controls, and preventive maintenance program management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles16
Top employerCBRE
Top citySt. Louis, MO
Cities hiring10
Work type80% On-site
Top industryHospitality

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Legends Global
Building Engineer - Branson Convention Center
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Building Engineer - Branson Convention Center
Legends Global
Branson, Missouri
Customer Service
Customer Support
Hospitality & Guest Services
High school diploma or GED
1,001-5,000

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CBRE
Lead Building Engineer
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Lead Building Engineer
CBRE
Clayton, Missouri
Account Management
Customer Service
Customer Service & Support
Sales
CFC Universal Certification
10,000+

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CBRE
Building Engineer
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CBRE
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Building Engineer
CBRE
Springfield, Missouri
Business Strategy
Product Management
Project Management
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Marriott International
Building Engineer III
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Marriott International
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Building Engineer III
Marriott International
St. Louis, Missouri
Health & Safety
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
$28.00 - $28.00/hr
10,000+

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Horner & Shifrin, Inc.
Project Engineer (Structural Building)
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Horner & Shifrin, Inc.
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Project Engineer (Structural Building)
Horner & Shifrin, Inc.
O'Fallon, Missouri
Construction Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$85k - $115k/yr
Bachelor of Science
51-200

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Building Engineer Jobs by City in Missouri

Where Missouri roles are concentrated, by current openings.

St. Louis
6 jobs
Kansas City
2 jobs
Branson
1 job
Clayton
1 job
Columbia
1 job
O'Fallon
1 job
St Louis
1 job
Creve Coeur
1 job
Springfield
1 job

Building Engineer Job Market in Missouri

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

Who's Hiring

CBRE
CBRE3 open roles
JLL
JLL2 open roles
Horner & Shifrin
Horner & Shifrin2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Hospitality & Tourism
  • Staffing & Recruiting
  • Technology & Software

What Missouri Employers Look For

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

  • Valid Missouri stationary engineer or boiler operator license where required by facility class
  • Minimum five years of hands-on experience operating commercial building mechanical systems
  • Demonstrated proficiency with HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and building automation controls
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and mechanical drawings
  • Experience managing preventive maintenance programs and computerized maintenance management systems
  • Strong communication skills for coordinating with tenants, contractors, and facility management teams

Building Engineer Jobs in Missouri: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a building engineer in Missouri?

Most Missouri building engineer roles require a combination of technical training and hands-on mechanical experience, with licensure tied to the type of facility. Missouri requires stationary engineers and boiler operators working in certain facilities to hold a license issued through the Missouri Division of Labor Standards, which administers boiler and pressure vessel regulations. Candidates typically complete an associate degree in facilities management, HVAC technology, or a related trade, then accumulate field hours before pursuing licensure.

Which companies hire building engineers in Missouri?

Missouri building engineer roles are posted by CBRE, JLL, and Horner & Shifrin and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Missouri's large healthcare systems, university campuses, and commercial property management firms are among the most consistent sources of full-time openings across the state.

Which Missouri cities have the most building engineer jobs?

St. Louis, Kansas City, and Branson lead Missouri for building engineer openings. St. Louis and Kansas City dominate because of their dense commercial real estate, major hospital networks, and corporate headquarters, while Columbia's concentration of university facilities and regional healthcare campuses drives steady demand in that market as well.

Are there remote building engineer jobs in Missouri?

Yes, but they're rare. Building engineers are fundamentally on-site roles tied to physical plant operations, so most positions require daily presence in the facility. About 20% of building engineer openings tied to Missouri are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those tend to be in facilities management consulting, building automation software support, or regional portfolio oversight rather than hands-on operations roles.

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

The most realistic entry path is through a building maintenance technician or facilities assistant role, which large Missouri employers such as BJC HealthCare, the University of Missouri system, and commercial property management firms hire for without requiring prior engineering experience. From there, candidates move into engineer positions as they accumulate mechanical hours. Completing an HVAC or electrical trade program at a Missouri community college and earning an EPA Section 608 refrigerant certification gives candidates a clear edge when applying to these entry-level roles.

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

You can find and apply to building engineer jobs in Missouri on Migrate Mate, which lists current Missouri openings updated regularly. Search the listings for roles that match your experience level and location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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