Design Engineer Principal

Company: CBRE
Location: Seattle
Posted on: April 6, 2025

Job Description:

Design Engineer Principal

Job ID

212933

Posted

04-Apr-2025

Service line

GWS Segment

Role type

Full-time

Areas of Interest

Communications/Public Relations, Design, Development, Environmental Consultancy

Location(s)

Seattle - Washington - United States of America

Get ready for an exciting career with CBRE! We offer a comprehensive benefits package, 401k, and other extraordinary perks such as career growth and longevity!

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Principal Design Engineer will be responsible for overseeing the design and optimization of critical hospital infrastructure. This role involves leading the design review of proposed projects, providing technical guidance, and collaborating with clients to deliver cost-effective and sustainable critical infrastructure designs for acute care healthcare facilities. The principal design engineer will ensure that proposed designs meet the stringent requirements of hospital environments, including infection control, air quality, and reliability. Opine on the efficacy of design.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Lead and oversee the design of critical infrastructure, such as central plans, for acute care hospitals.

- Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements

- Act as an owner's representative optimizing designs to maximize energy efficiency and minimizing costs.

- Assist in contractor selection.

- Conduct detailed analysis and calculations to ensure system performance meets client requirements.

- Collaborate with client stakeholders to understand their needs and provide tailored solutions.

- Helps to develop and maintain schedules, budgets, and resources.

- Review design plans, specifications, and project documentation.

- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and design teams.

- Opine of probable cost, provide input on the accuracy of proposed budgets created by 3rd parties, ensure resources are allocated effectively.

- Conduct site visits and inspections as needed.

- Stay updated with the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices.

- Ensure effective implementation of the Quality, Environmental, and Health & Safety Management System

- Such other duties and responsibilities as may be reasonably requested.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related field.

- Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.

- Minimum of 10 years experience in HVAC design and engineering.

- Solid understanding of HVAC systems, components, and design principles.

- Strong knowledge of Building Management Systems (BMS)

- Healthcare industry experience strongly preferred.

- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

- Strong project management and leadership abilities.

- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

- Dedication to continuous learning and professional development.

CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate's education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Design Engineer Principle position is $133,500.00 annually and the maximum salary for the Design Engineer Principle position is $180,000.00 annually. The compensation offered to a successful candidate will depend on their skills, qualifications, and experience. Successful candidates will also be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on CBRE's applicable benefit program. This role will provide the following benefits: 401(K), Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, and Vision insurance.

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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