Design Engineer Sr Consultant

  • CBRE
  • Portland, Oregon
  • Full Time
Design Engineer Sr Consultant

Job ID

227466

Posted

03-Jul-2025

Service line

GWS Segment

Role type

Full-time

Areas of Interest

Design, Engineering/Maintenance

Location(s)

Bellevue - Washington - United States of America, Kirkland - Washington - United States of America, Portland - Oregon - United States of America, Redmond - Washington - United States of America, 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 Senior Design Engineer will be responsible for overseeing the design and optimization of upgrades to critical physical plant systems (HVAC, lighting, BMSetc.) across the Providence Health Systems hospital portfolio. From a thorough documentation of the present state of assets, through their upgrades system wide, this position will help define the scope of upgrades to be undertaken, lead the design review of proposed projects and provide technical guidance to their implementation. The role will involve collaborating with the clients to deliver cost-effective and sustainable critical infrastructure designs for acute care healthcare facilities while still meeting the stringent requirements of those environments. The Senior Design Engineer will also assist in the oversight of, and provide ongoing input to, the vendors selected to do the ultimate upgrade implementation, serving as an owners engineer.

**Key responsibilities:**

+ Lead and oversee the design and optimization of upgrades to critical infrastructure - such as central plant - for acute-care hospitals, including systems to be upgraded, cost, payback, and rough timelines.

+ Act as an owners representative optimizing designs to maximize energy efficiency and minimize costs.

+ Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements- Create a system wide physical plant inventory, including equipment specifications and state, through an onsite data collection and aggregation of pre-existing equipment inventories.

+ Assist in contractor selection.

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

+ Provide RFP/RFI assistance and response review, including helping to provide oversight on vendor supplied schedules, budgets, and resources.

+ Review design plans, specifications, submittals, and shop drawings.

+ Conduct site visits and inspections as needed.

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

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

**Qualifications:**

+ Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering or a related field.

+ Minimum of 10 years' experience in HVAC design and engineering.

+ Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred but not required.

+ Strong knowledge of Building Management Systems (BMS)

+ Healthcare industry experience is 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 candidates education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Design Engineer Sr Consultant position is $107,000.00 annually and the maximum salary for the Design Engineer Sr Consultant 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 CBREs 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 companys 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 ... or via telephone at +... (U.S.) and +... (Canada).

CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)
Job ID: 484046341
Originally Posted on: 7/4/2025

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