Chief Engineer

Post Date

Feb 04, 2026

Location

Austin,
Texas

ZIP/Postal Code

78701
US
Apr 09, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Perm

Category

Engineering (Non IT)

Req #

DC0-22dff759-7130-46a4-bda2-d5d8c294e0b4

Pay Rate

$42 - $52 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

The Chief Engineer is responsible for the management and operations of the facility and systems of all building mechanicals; ensuring a safe working environment; conducting routine assessments; and performing day-to-day corrective and preventative maintenance.

The Chief Engineer leads all aspects of maintenance and repairs on site and determines the schedule for maintenance and

Essential Job Functions
 Train journeyman and apprentice level personnel in correct maintenance and safety practices.
 Inspect and conduct oversight of preventative maintenance measures and mechanical repairs
 Conduct Critical Equipment Condition Assessment Repair and report findings to Project Manager
 Perform required maintenance services for the facility which includes multi-story buildings
 Ensure technical team are completing service requests through the CMMS systems
 Provides input to Project Manager for reporting and monthly meetings
 Provide supervision to employees engaged in the operation, maintenance, and repair of the high- and low-pressure steam distribution systems for heating, drying, air-conditioning, and air and water pressure systems.
 Monitor Building Automation Systems (BAS)
 Operate and maintain Electrical systems and equipment
 Operate, maintain, and repair mechanical, plumbing, and HVAC systems in a commercial setting
 Support staff with the engineering systems and drawings and equipment
 Conduct own repair and maintenance procedures as needed to assist the team
 Experience in performing chiller repairs, including but not limited to replacing seals, removal of and refilling refrigerant, correcting operational malfunctions, and loading, replacing motors, controls, sensors, gauges, repairing pipe leaks.
 Experience in Boiler repairs including but not limited to seals, repair of leaks, correcting operational deficiencies and issues, replacing motors, controls, sensors, gauges, repairing pipe leaks.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Required Skills & Experience

• HS Diploma
• EPA Universal
• A/C Refrigeration Operator Certificate
• 5 years of experience (within the past 7 years) in directing the operation and maintenance of equipment in a supervisory capacity
• 2 years of experience (within the past 5 years) in BAS systems; CMMS; VISTA; and boilers and chillers over 1200 tons
• Experience working in buildings of at least 250,000 sq ft
• Experience with automation control systems
• Must currently possess or be able to enroll into a training course and obtain one of the following certifications within 6 months:
o N.A.P.E. Certification Air Conditioning III - Operations and Management (National Association of Power Engineers)
o Advanced Boiler Operator Certification
o International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE) class 3 stationary engineer

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.