Lead Engineer, Maintenance Technician ​/ Mechanic, HVAC Tech ​/ Heating Engineer

Posted Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Foundry Commercial was created to be a different kind of real estate company. Our motto – “It’s Personal” – rings true in everything we do… we value authentic human experiences. At Foundry Commercial, there is a strong sense of community. From wellness fairs to ugly Christmas sweater parties to company fundraisers, Foundry associates lean in to support one another and the causes that are important to us.

We bring a sense of teamwork, collegiality, and diversity to all that we do. At the heart of it all is trust and respect. These two things drive everything else. We have built a place where people truly know each other, celebrate together, learn together, and live life alongside each other.

At Foundry, we serve our clients best by attracting and unleashing the most talented and courageous professionals in the industry, all while having fun and building a lasting impact on the broader community. Don’t just take our word for it. The best way to experience our culture is to immerse yourself in it. But be prepared – it’s contagious!

Currently, we are seeking a Lead Engineer to join the Foundry Commercial team in Charlotte, NC.

The Lead Engineer is responsible for performing or directing the performance of all service maintenance requests for a specific property or portfolio of properties.

• Ensure that work performed in client space is accomplished with a minimum of disruption and is followed by adequate>
  
  Oversee the accurate and timely completion of client maintenance service requests.
• Review monthly client service request summaries to pinpoint and correct recurrent operational problems.
• Ensure the availability of an adequate operating inventory of tools and supplies.
• Develop sources treatment chemicals, filters, ceiling tiles, paint, electrical, and plumbing supplies.
• Evaluate vendors and suppliers on a regular basis with regard to quality and competitive pricing.
• Prepare and submit purchase order requests.
• Verify the accuracy of deliveries for count, pricingn
• Perform periodic checks of tool and instrument inventory.
• Monitor the quality and pricing of maintenance work performed by outside contractors.
• Ensure the timely performance of maintenance contract work on elevators, radio communications equipment, card access system, fire alarm system, in‑ground sprinkler system, chillers, emergency generator, etc.
• Track electrical/mechanical loads for all critical systems.
• Oversee the fulfillment of equipment warranty obligations by the original installer.
• Secure equipment manuals and drawings from installers/contractors.
• Lead and/or assist with event setup/teardown activities including electrical, audio visual, coordinating with security or other tasks as needed.
• Maintain the equipment by cleaning, inspecting, calibrating and changing parts to keep HVAC systems and associated equipment at optimum performance levels.
• Understand engineering design and operational aspects of each building system. Immediately recognize system shortcomings when they occur.
• Direct experimentation with building systems to yield a more energy‑effective or comfortable operation.
• Monitor the allocation of building system capability to various base building and tenant needs, specifically UPS/Generator and cooling system capacities.
• Devise technical enhancements that improve aspects of building operation.
• Identify equipment that may require replacement or reconditioning, resulting in the need for client capital.
• Perform emergency or preventative maintenance repairs off‑hours as directed at nights and weekends as needed.
• Provide on‑call support as required.

• HS Diploma with minimum 7+ years field experience with trade school training or 8+ years total field experience.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Highly proficient in the use of email and CMMS systems.
• Superior customer service skills and orientation. Collaborative style needed. Ability to maintain professionalism at all times under stressful situations.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to plan and manage…