Building Engineer

NYU Langone Health • New York, NY

1h

About The Position

The Building Engineer manages facility infrastructure and building systems safely, efficiently, and cost-effectively. The role supervises and directs personnel performing engineering, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, repair, and maintenance work in support of the facility. It also supports the Property or Facility Manager with project planning and delivery, building operations, preventive maintenance, regulatory compliance, contractor oversight, and rehabilitation projects.

The position conducts inspections and maintenance of building systems, responds to emergencies and air-quality complaints, manages service requests and work orders, monitors contractors, and identifies energy and cost-saving opportunities. It prepares project feasibility studies, budgets, schedules, scopes, contract and bidding documents, and maintains project records. The engineer coordinates work with facility users and internal support groups, checks work for compliance, and supports final inspections and corrective action.

The position requires a high school diploma and an FDNY unlimited refrigeration certificate of fitness (Q01) upon hire, as well as five to ten years of relevant operation and maintenance experience; trade or vocational school graduation reduces the minimum experience requirement to four years. A New York City Refrigeration Engineer License is required. A four-year degree in Mechanical Engineering is preferred. The salary range is $114,898.58 annually, with actual salary depending on factors including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need.

Requirements

• High school diploma required.
• Possess an FDNY unlimited refrigeration certificate of fitness (Q01) upon hire.
• Five to ten years of experience in operation and maintenance, including general building maintenance and operation.
• Experience with centrifugal refrigeration equipment, pumps, cooling towers, HVAC systems, chiller plant control systems, standpipe and sprinkler systems, and fire alarm systems in a similar-size facility.
• In-depth working knowledge of building systems and operations, contractual maintenance, construction and related services, and local laws and building codes pertaining to building operations and safety.
• Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Required New York City Refrigeration Engineer License.
• Effective communication with all levels of the organization.
• Trade or vocational school graduation reduces the minimum experience requirement to four years.

Nice To Haves

• Four-year degree in Mechanical Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Property or Facility Manager with feasibility studies, budget estimates, schedules, contract documents, bidding, construction monitoring, project coordination, project files, final inspections, and corrective action.
• Manage compliance with Department of Buildings regulations and permits, address violations requiring plumbing repairs, and file with appropriate agencies.
• Develop and maintain the building operations manual and train building personnel.
• Complete planned and ad-hoc preventive maintenance assignments involving engineering, mechanical, and maintenance trades.
• Perform required preventive maintenance inspections and repairs on fire suppression and sprinkler systems, fire extinguishers, backflow prevention devices, and HVAC systems if qualified.
• Inspect building systems periodically, including HVAC, electrical distribution, structural elements, vertical transportation, roofs, drainage, fire/life safety, water treatment, UPS and PDU systems, EPG operation, BMS, HVAC controls, and plumbing; document exceptions and recommend corrective actions.
• Maintain mechanical equipment rooms in clean and safe condition, including removing debris, painting, repairing boiler-related components, inspecting above-ground oil storage tanks, and inspecting or repairing sewage ejection systems.
• Respond rapidly to indoor emergencies and air-quality complaints; secure and assess affected areas, take appropriate action, develop remediation plans, and report and follow up with relevant business units and management offices.
• Assist the Property or Facility Manager with service requests, evaluate requests, dispatch contractors, and use the call center to create, close, and track work orders.
• Initiate or respond to work orders, assign work to staff as appropriate, verify completion, and expedite and approve payment with the Property Manager.
• Monitor service contractor performance, note deficiencies, and recommend changes.
• Consult with the Property or Facility Manager on building systems and equipment; review major-project designs and contract documents, inspect and approve installations in progress, and recommend acceptance of completed work.
• Identify opportunities for energy savings, preventive maintenance, and other cost-saving measures.
• Prepare specifications and bidding documents for scheduled service contracts and participate in bidding and negotiations.
• Manage rehabilitation projects, including HVAC system replacements, roof installations, plumbing repairs, and alterations to other building systems.
• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned by management.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits and wellness package.
• Financial security benefits.
• Generous time-off program.
• Employee resource groups for peer support.
• Holistic employee wellness program covering physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED