Full-Time

Chief Building Engineer

Target

Target

10,001+ employees

Multi-channel retailer selling apparel, home, groceries

Compensation Overview

$73k - $132k/yr

Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship

Minneapolis, MN, USA

In Person

Daily on-site presence at the headquarters location is required.

Associate's

Category
Facilities Operations (1)
Required Skills
HVAC
Plumbing

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Requirements
  • A two-year trade school degree or equivalent work experience is required.
  • Seven years of experience in building engineering in a lead capacity is required.
  • A second-class C boilers license is required.
  • Strong HVAC and mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills are required.
  • Strong building and energy management controls experience is required.
  • A Universal CFC license is required.
  • PC skills associated with building management systems, fire systems, and work order maintenance applications are required.
  • The role requires daily on-site presence at the headquarters location.
Responsibilities
  • Set up, monitor, train, and provide direct support to maintenance technicians regarding building operation programs for assigned headquarters equipment and systems, including plumbing, electrical, HVAC, building management, and life safety systems.
  • Maintain maintenance records and comply with regulatory requirements for fire systems, pressure vessels, and hazardous waste programs.
  • Provide engineering perspective and scope for construction projects involving building systems.
  • Assist with preparing operating and capital budgets.
  • Monitor building management systems to maintain operating efficiency while maintaining occupant comfort.
  • Program heating and cooling parameters and make decisions to maintain demand levels.
  • Respond to team-member work requests by taking corrective action, providing follow-up, and monitoring and documenting energy usage.
  • Recommend energy-saving measures for equipment, peak shaving, and lighting control programs.
  • Assist maintenance technicians with other operational duties and perform special projects as directed.
  • Direct outside service contractors as required.
  • Provide on-call coverage as needed.
Desired Qualifications
  • Strong written and oral communication skills.
  • Ability to establish and maintain professional working relationships with all levels within the company.

Target is a large retailer that sells clothing, electronics, home goods, and groceries through about 2,000 stores and an online platform, and it also carries its own branded products. It works by stocking broad assortments and offering convenient shopping options, including same-day services, supported by owned brands and a strong online presence; customers can shop in stores or online and use the Target Circle loyalty program with flexible memberships. Its differentiators include the Design For All philosophy—high-quality, well-designed products at affordable prices—a wide lineup of owned brands, and a focus on rewards and convenience through its loyalty program and services, plus a commitment to sustainability via Target Forward. Target’s goal is to provide a convenient, relevant, and enjoyable shopping experience while pursuing a sustainable, community-minded business that gives back to neighborhoods.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Founded

2005

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What believers are saying

  • March 3, 2026 plan targets $5 billion remodels and 30 new stores.
  • June 24, 2026 back-to-school launches used LoveShackFancy, Hollister, Owala, and Poppi.
  • January 7, 2026 wellness expansion added 30% more items and premium exclusives.

What critics are saying

  • March 2026 marked Target's fourth straight quarter of declining comparable sales.
  • March 26, 2026 AFT boycott and anti-ICE backlash hit brand trust.
  • Amazon and Walmart keep outgunning Target on price, assortment, and digital convenience.

What makes Target unique

  • Target pairs style-led merchandising with mass-market pricing and convenience.
  • March 2026 investor day expanded owned brands, trend-tracking technology, and faster assortments.
  • Target runs 1,980 stores plus same-day pickup and delivery infrastructure.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Growth & Insights

Headcount

6 month growth

-3%

1 year growth

-3%

2 year growth

-3%