Lead Engineer

Ryan Companies US, Inc.•Milwaukee, WI

About The Position

We’re seeking a skilled and dependable Lead Engineer to help operate and maintain some of the most essential environments in our portfolio—including Class A commercial properties and complex healthcare facilities. In this role, you're not just performing maintenance—you’re playing a direct role in ensuring the safety and well-being of patients, staff, and building occupants. You’ll handle day-to-day operations, preventative maintenance, and on-call support across a portfolio where uptime, compliance, and quality are paramount. From clinical care spaces to high-visibility commercial offices, your work keeps critical infrastructure functioning at its best. Why This Role Matters Our healthcare clients rely on us to keep complex building systems running safely and reliably - meeting regulatory standards and protecting patient outcomes. In every facility we support, we act as trusted partners, not just service providers. That means proactively identifying issues, collaborating closely with stakeholders, and delivering a standard of service that reflects the essential nature of these environments.

Requirements

An experienced, service-driven Lead Engineer who understands the stakes of maintaining critical environments
Comfortable working independently in high-performance spaces, including those with sensitive or regulated systems
Skilled in troubleshooting and performing preventative maintenance with a focus on minimizing downtime
Capable of physical tasks (lifting, overhead work, ladder use, outdoor conditions)
A confident communicator who can build rapport with internal teams and building occupants alike
High school diploma or equivalent required
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required
Basic computer skills required; familiarity with Microsoft 365 is a plus
Two-year technical degree or equivalent in the operation of commercial buildings and equipment preferred.
Minimum five years experience in commercial or industrial building operations.
Hold regional or local licensing/certifications to operate a building.
Must have universal CFC certification; able to attain local licensing or certification as required to operate a building.
Good computer literacy in Word, Excel and computerized maintenance management systems.
Comprehensive understanding of energy management system.
Experience working within budget constraints preferred.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience supporting healthcare facilities or regulated environments
Working knowledge of HVAC systems and basic controls
High proficiency with Microsoft 365 and digital maintenance tools
Universal CFC, SMA, SMT, LEED certification, others as applicable preferred.

Responsibilities

Direct, schedule, supervise and perform preventive maintenance work, service response, equipment repairs and projects on assigned managed properties and 3rd party maintenance.
Solicit bids and monitor performance from subcontractors for all necessary testing and inspection on buildings mechanical, electrical, fire/life safety, and building automation systems.
Proactively work with property manager/Chief Engineer to ensure: Proper services are provided to the buildings Development, monitoring of building budgets Project planning and completion Tenant Improvement planning and coordination Development or adjustment and implementation of building emergency plans.
Respond professionally and expeditiously to tenant and service requests.
Monitor/order and approve purchases for building supplies and materials.
Participate in on call, after hours and weekend rotation.
Supervise three to five maintenance engineers and or maintenance technicians