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The Automation, Building and Infrastructure Lead serves as a working lead who manages a team of BMS engineers or technical SMEs. This role serves as a BMS/BAS/EMS/clean utilities Building infrastructure (B&I) Automation Subject Matter Expert (SME) for B&I systems that control and monitor the facilities and utilities supporting laboratories, offices spaces and the pilot plant. The incumbent Manages the B&I system, life cycle including implementation, modifications, vendor management, system support, and maintenance support (on/off shift).
Expertise is applied by providing direct facility support related to the targeted B&I Automation system architecture as well as serving as technical and/or overall lead for capital projects involving the installation of new or modification of existing B&I systems, equipment and/or utilities.
As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development, and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides an opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and the opportunity to directly contribute to the company's success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in several ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, mobility, networking, and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim's high regard for our employees.
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Duties & Responsibilities
- Demonstrate technical leadership skills to support and manage a team of B&I automation engineers or techs to solve facility infrastructure challenges (hands on) varying in both scope and complexity. Accountable to B&I budget management, vendor management and coordination for operations system deployment, and implementation schedule.
- Continue to foster B&I automation engineers, techs for business and technical development.
- Capability to lead B&I automation engineers, techs, vendors and contractors in their roles and making clear their responsibilities for key objectives, including day-to-day operations or as members of a project team.
- Accountable for goal development and assessment of direct and indirect reports.
- Support development of the B&I Automation strategy following global standards and align with the business needs of responsibility.
- Lead B&I automation system development, modification, and optimization efforts on a large scale and drive actions that require buy-in and support from multiple other functions including but not limited to Innovation Unit, Quality, Project Engineering, and Maintenance. Cross-functional leadership capability is essential.
- Develop and maintain overall knowledge of B&I Automation system platform, IT infrastructure and B&I System integration. Provide training on B&I system to end users as required for new or existing equipment/processes.
- Educate and mentor other facility tech, engineers, technicians, etc. to foster a continuous effort to bring others to the same level of expertise.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering Computer Science with five (5) years of BMS/BAS Control field experience or minimum ten (10) years relevant business or IT experience required.
- Working experience with Building Management/Automation Systems is required.
- Five (5) years of experience leading people or vendors.
- Experience must include at least 3 years in GMP regulated industry.
- Strong and effective inter-personal and communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group.
- Strong understanding of building automation systems and relation to bio-pharmaceutical industry validation / GMP requirements.
- General knowledge of electronics, electrical wiring and communications equipment, HVAC equipment, and central utility equipment.
- Proven ability to implement, maintain, and optimize automation solutions in complex operational environments.
- Preferred experience with Honeywell, Geo Scada, Wonderware Aveena, Phoenix, and Zenon.
Eligibility Requirements :
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.
- Must be willing to take a drug test and post-offer physical (if required).
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
The Automation, Building and Infrastructure Lead serves as a working lead who manages a team of BMS engineers or technical SMEs. This role serves as a BMS/BAS/EMS/clean utilities Building infrastructure (B&I) Automation Subject Matter Expert (SME) for B&I systems that control and monitor the facilities and utilities supporting laboratories, offices spaces and the pilot plant. The incumbent Manages the B&I system, life cycle including implementation, modifications, vendor management, system support, and maintenance support (on/off shift).
Expertise is applied by providing direct facility support related to the targeted B&I Automation system architecture as well as serving as technical and/or overall lead for capital projects involving the installation of new or modification of existing B&I systems, equipment and/or utilities.
As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development, and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides an opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and the opportunity to directly contribute to the company's success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in several ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, mobility, networking, and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim's high regard for our employees.
Compensation Data
Duties & Responsibilities
- Demonstrate technical leadership skills to support and manage a team of B&I automation engineers or techs to solve facility infrastructure challenges (hands on) varying in both scope and complexity. Accountable to B&I budget management, vendor management and coordination for operations system deployment, and implementation schedule.
- Continue to foster B&I automation engineers, techs for business and technical development.
- Capability to lead B&I automation engineers, techs, vendors and contractors in their roles and making clear their responsibilities for key objectives, including day-to-day operations or as members of a project team.
- Accountable for goal development and assessment of direct and indirect reports.
- Support development of the B&I Automation strategy following global standards and align with the business needs of responsibility.
- Lead B&I automation system development, modification, and optimization efforts on a large scale and drive actions that require buy-in and support from multiple other functions including but not limited to Innovation Unit, Quality, Project Engineering, and Maintenance. Cross-functional leadership capability is essential.
- Develop and maintain overall knowledge of B&I Automation system platform, IT infrastructure and B&I System integration. Provide training on B&I system to end users as required for new or existing equipment/processes.
- Educate and mentor other facility tech, engineers, technicians, etc. to foster a continuous effort to bring others to the same level of expertise.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering Computer Science with five (5) years of BMS/BAS Control field experience or minimum ten (10) years relevant business or IT experience required.
- Working experience with Building Management/Automation Systems is required.
- Five (5) years of experience leading people or vendors.
- Experience must include at least 3 years in GMP regulated industry.
- Strong and effective inter-personal and communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group.
- Strong understanding of building automation systems and relation to bio-pharmaceutical industry validation / GMP requirements.
- General knowledge of electronics, electrical wiring and communications equipment, HVAC equipment, and central utility equipment.
- Proven ability to implement, maintain, and optimize automation solutions in complex operational environments.
- Preferred experience with Honeywell, Geo Scada, Wonderware Aveena, Phoenix, and Zenon.
Eligibility Requirements :
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.
- Must be willing to take a drug test and post-offer physical (if required).
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
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Who's Hiring
- CBRE15
- WSP11
- Meta11
- Lincoln Property Company9
- Graymatter6
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software12
- Consulting & Professional Services4
- Energy2
- Sports & Recreation1
- Construction & Real Estate1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in lead building engineer jobs.
- Five or more years of hands-on building systems operations and maintenance experience
- EPA 608 Universal certification for refrigerant handling
- Proficiency with building automation systems and energy management software
- Experience supervising or mentoring engineering technicians and maintenance staff
- Strong working knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and fire life-safety systems
- High school diploma or GED required, with vocational training or associate degree preferred
Tips for Your Lead Building Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume to building systems
List every major system you've operated by name: HVAC, chillers, boilers, BAS, electrical distribution. Hiring managers for lead roles scan for hands-on system experience, not just facility management titles. Vague descriptions like 'maintained equipment' won't pass the first cut.
Highlight your chief engineer certifications
Certifications like FMA, SMA, or a universal EPA 608 card carry real weight for lead roles. If you hold multiple licenses, group them in a dedicated credentials section near the top of your resume so reviewers find them before they read anything else.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists lead building engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that match your building class
Class A office towers, healthcare campuses, and industrial facilities each require different depth of experience. Filter for postings that describe the building type you've actually operated. Applying to the right class of property improves your interview conversion significantly.
Prepare for a working interview or skills test
Many facility directors ask lead candidates to walk a building, diagnose a described system fault, or review a PM schedule on the spot. Brush up on reading mechanical drawings and explaining your troubleshooting process step by step before you go on site.
Negotiate shift differentials and on-call rates
Lead roles almost always include on-call and emergency response obligations. Before you accept an offer, ask specifically how after-hours callouts are compensated. Flat salary packages that absorb unlimited on-call are common and worth pushing back on during negotiations.
Lead Building Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most lead building engineers?
CBRE, WSP, and Meta are hiring the most lead building engineers right now, with openings concentrated in Texas, Colorado, and Virginia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Property management firms, healthcare systems, and large commercial real estate operators consistently post the highest volume of lead roles.
How many lead building engineer jobs are remote?
About 11% of lead building engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most facility operations roles. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements are BAS programming, energy management consulting, and facilities project coordination rather than day-to-day mechanical operations.
How do you become a lead building engineer?
Start by building several years of hands-on experience as a building engineer or HVAC technician in a commercial or institutional setting. Earn your EPA 608 Universal certification and pursue additional credentials such as FMA or SMA. Develop supervisory experience by mentoring junior staff, then apply to lead roles that match the building type and systems you know best.
Can you get hired as a lead building engineer with limited experience?
Moving into a lead role with limited experience is possible if your technical certifications are strong and you can demonstrate system-specific depth rather than broad familiarity. Targeting smaller buildings or single-tenant properties, where the scope is narrower, gives you a realistic entry point. Some employers also promote internally from engineer to lead, so starting as a building engineer at a large company creates a direct path upward.
What does the lead building engineer interview process look like?
Most employers start with a phone screen focused on your systems background and certifications, followed by an on-site interview with the chief engineer or facilities director. Expect a building walk where you'll be asked to identify equipment and describe your approach to a maintenance scenario. Some employers add a technical written test or ask you to review a PM schedule and flag gaps before your final round.
Where can I find and apply to lead building engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to lead building engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your systems experience and building type, then apply directly to each opening that fits your background.
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