Building Engineer Jobs in Ohio
Building engineer jobs in Ohio are consistently active, with demand concentrated in commercial real estate management, healthcare facilities, and higher education campuses at levels from entry-level building technician through senior chief engineer. Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati anchor most of the hiring, where established employers such as CBRE, Jones Lang LaSalle, and the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center maintain ongoing facility operations teams. The most in-demand specialties across the state are HVAC systems management, building automation and controls, and preventive maintenance program leadership. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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We’re the Thinkers who make machines speak.
We’re the Doers who make their stories matter.
At GrayMatter, we uncover the industrial intelligence buried in clipboards, legacy systems, and human memory. We discover it, transform it, and turn it into insight.
From the drill press to the boardroom, we help you think smarter and do better—by listening to the machines you already trust.
And that’s where you come in.
GrayMatter is dedicated to creating a team of unmatched talent in industrial technology. Our organizational culture encourages opportunities to learn and collaborate. Six core values make Team GrayMatter stand above the rest: Bias to Action, Batteries Included, Unbounded Curiosity, Everybody Wins, Built to Last, Actionable Insight.
We're looking for a Control Systems Engineer to join our Building Automation Services team! This position will focus on managing specialized work efficiently, with confidence and competence. The position requires above average attention to details, concern for the exact correctness of work, and strong commitment to tasks completed on time. The person in this position will take work seriously, has a strong sense of duty, and is disciplined. The position will generally be task oriented, requiring someone with a conservative, careful, and cautious approach to work.
General Job Duties:
- Performing GrayMatter services to meet client needs, with a specific focus on Control Systems common in data center, power generation, and advanced manufacturing industries.
- Designing, developing and implementing solutions to achieve project goals.
- Lead integration and coordination between mechanical, electrical, and controls systems to ensure seamless operation across platforms.
- Lead development and execution of commissioning procedures, test scripts, and documentation validation.
- Consulting with and training end users on new applications
- Assisting in project development and planning.
- The location of the position is local, but could require up to 50% travel throughout a calendar year.
- Bachelor’s Degree in an applicable field (EE, EET, ME, MET or comparable). An equivalent combination of experience and training may also be considered
- PLC Programming: Schneider Modicon, Allen-Bradley, CompactLogix, ControlLogix, Schneider Electric, and Siemens
- SCADA Systems: Ignition
- Control Systems implementation, design, installs, and troubleshooting
- Experience with industrial application programming languages
- Experience with Electrical Schematics, Power Distribution, Water/Cooling systems.
- Acute attention to detail and process, Strong ability to solve problems and research solutions and Excellent customer service attitude
- Showcase GrayMatter’s Core Values of Accountability, Integrity, Respect, Innovation and Teamwork
- AutoCAD or Drafting experience
- Networking experience (Ethernet IP, Modbus, etc.)
Featured Benefits:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance beginning day one of employment
- Employer paid short term disability and life insurance
- 401(k) with up to 4% company match
- Paid holidays, paid time off, paid sick leave, and paid parental leave
- Additional benefits available such as long term disability, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, EAP, telemedicine, HSA and FSA
We’re the Thinkers who make machines speak.
We’re the Doers who make their stories matter.
At GrayMatter, we uncover the industrial intelligence buried in clipboards, legacy systems, and human memory. We discover it, transform it, and turn it into insight.
From the drill press to the boardroom, we help you think smarter and do better—by listening to the machines you already trust.
And that’s where you come in.
GrayMatter is dedicated to creating a team of unmatched talent in industrial technology. Our organizational culture encourages opportunities to learn and collaborate. Six core values make Team GrayMatter stand above the rest: Bias to Action, Batteries Included, Unbounded Curiosity, Everybody Wins, Built to Last, Actionable Insight.
We're looking for a Control Systems Engineer to join our Building Automation Services team! This position will focus on managing specialized work efficiently, with confidence and competence. The position requires above average attention to details, concern for the exact correctness of work, and strong commitment to tasks completed on time. The person in this position will take work seriously, has a strong sense of duty, and is disciplined. The position will generally be task oriented, requiring someone with a conservative, careful, and cautious approach to work.
General Job Duties:
- Performing GrayMatter services to meet client needs, with a specific focus on Control Systems common in data center, power generation, and advanced manufacturing industries.
- Designing, developing and implementing solutions to achieve project goals.
- Lead integration and coordination between mechanical, electrical, and controls systems to ensure seamless operation across platforms.
- Lead development and execution of commissioning procedures, test scripts, and documentation validation.
- Consulting with and training end users on new applications
- Assisting in project development and planning.
- The location of the position is local, but could require up to 50% travel throughout a calendar year.
- Bachelor’s Degree in an applicable field (EE, EET, ME, MET or comparable). An equivalent combination of experience and training may also be considered
- PLC Programming: Schneider Modicon, Allen-Bradley, CompactLogix, ControlLogix, Schneider Electric, and Siemens
- SCADA Systems: Ignition
- Control Systems implementation, design, installs, and troubleshooting
- Experience with industrial application programming languages
- Experience with Electrical Schematics, Power Distribution, Water/Cooling systems.
- Acute attention to detail and process, Strong ability to solve problems and research solutions and Excellent customer service attitude
- Showcase GrayMatter’s Core Values of Accountability, Integrity, Respect, Innovation and Teamwork
- AutoCAD or Drafting experience
- Networking experience (Ethernet IP, Modbus, etc.)
Featured Benefits:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance beginning day one of employment
- Employer paid short term disability and life insurance
- 401(k) with up to 4% company match
- Paid holidays, paid time off, paid sick leave, and paid parental leave
- Additional benefits available such as long term disability, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, EAP, telemedicine, HSA and FSA
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The qualifications that appear most often in building engineer jobs across Ohio.
- Active Ohio stationary engineer license or equivalent boiler operator certification recognized in Ohio
- Experience maintaining HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems in commercial or institutional buildings
- Familiarity with building automation systems and energy management control platforms
- Ability to perform preventive and corrective maintenance across mechanical and electrical equipment
- Strong record of regulatory compliance with fire, life safety, and building code requirements
- Effective communication skills for coordinating with tenants, vendors, and facilities management teams
Building Engineer Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a building engineer in Ohio?
Most Ohio employers require a high school diploma or associate degree in a technical field alongside hands-on mechanical systems experience. Ohio does not license building engineers as a single unified credential, but stationary engineers and boiler operators working in commercial facilities typically need an Ohio Department of Commerce boiler operator certificate. Candidates who hold certifications from BOMA, IFMA, or the Building Operators Certification program carry a clear advantage in the Ohio market.
Which companies hire building engineers in Ohio?
Employers hiring building engineers in Ohio right now include CBRE, Graymatter, and Jobot, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Ohio's large healthcare networks, university systems, and commercial property management firms are among the most consistent sources of open positions across the state.
Which Ohio cities have the most building engineer jobs?
Columbus, Findlay, and Cleveland have the most building engineer openings in Ohio. Columbus drives the largest share of demand through its rapidly expanding commercial real estate sector and major institutional campuses, while Cleveland and Cincinnati generate steady openings through their dense concentrations of hospitals, corporate headquarters, and older Class A office buildings that require experienced facilities staff.
Are there remote building engineer jobs in Ohio?
Yes, but they're rare. Building engineers are primarily hands-on roles requiring a physical presence to operate and maintain mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems. About 40% of building engineer openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions tend to be in energy analysis, building automation programming, or facilities management oversight rather than day-to-day equipment maintenance.
How can I get hired as a building engineer in Ohio with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is starting as a building maintenance technician or facilities assistant at a large Ohio property management company or hospital system, then building toward a full building engineer role. Organizations like CBRE, Cushman and Wakefield, and major Ohio health systems such as Cleveland Clinic and OhioHealth regularly hire entry-level facilities staff. Completing the Building Operators Certification Level I program or obtaining an Ohio boiler operator certificate significantly strengthens a first-time candidate's application.
Where can I find and apply to building engineer jobs in Ohio?
You can find and apply to building engineer jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings from employers actively hiring. Search the listings, find roles that fit your experience and location, and apply directly to the ones that match.
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