Building Engineer Jobs in New York

Building Engineer jobs in New York are among the most active in the country, concentrated in commercial real estate, healthcare systems, and higher education across a market that demands talent from entry-level facilities technicians through senior chief engineers. The heaviest hiring clusters around New York City, White Plains, and Buffalo, where major employers such as Brookfield Properties, New York-Presbyterian, and CBRE maintain substantial building operations portfolios. The most in-demand specialties are HVAC systems, building automation and controls, and energy management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles19+
Top employerRimkus
Top cityNew York, NY
Cities hiring9
Work type84% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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CBRE
Building Engineer
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Building Engineer
CBRE
Holbrook, New York
Maintenance & Repair
Construction
Health & Safety (EHS & OHS)
HVAC Technician
Plumbing
Electrical Work
$30 - $38/hr
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Morgan Stanley
Smart Buildings Engineer
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Smart Buildings Engineer
Morgan Stanley
New York, New York
Project & Program Management
Business Operations
Project Management
Property Management
$130k - $183k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Cushman & Wakefield
Building Engineer
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Building Engineer
Cushman & Wakefield
Niagara Falls, New York
Maintenance & Repair
Construction
HVAC Technician
Plumbing
Electrical Work
Carpentry
$48k - $56k/yr
On-Site
High School

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Colliers Engineering & Design
Buildings/Structural Engineer
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Colliers Engineering & Design
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Buildings/Structural Engineer
Colliers Engineering & Design
Rochester, New York
Specialized Engineering
Civil & Structural Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Civil Engineering
Structural Engineering
$100k - $120k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Trane Technologies
Smart Building Account Engineer
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Trane Technologies
Added 2w ago
Smart Building Account Engineer
Trane Technologies
Latham, New York
Customer Success
Partnerships & Business Development
Sales
Business Development
$85k - $119k/yr
Hybrid
Associate's
10,000+

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Building Engineer Jobs by City in New York

Where New York roles are concentrated, by current openings.

New York
9 jobs
Albany
2 jobs
Syracuse
2 jobs
Holbrook
1 jobs
Latham
1 jobs
Long Island City
1 jobs
Niagara Falls
1 jobs
Rochester
1 jobs
White Plains
1 jobs

Building Engineer Job Market in New York

A snapshot from current New York openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Rimkus
    Rimkus3
  • Colliers Engineering & Design
    Colliers Engineering & Design2
  • Simpson Gumpertz & Heger
    Simpson Gumpertz & Heger2
  • Altanova
    Altanova1
  • CBRE
    CBRE1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services14
  • Construction & Real Estate2
  • Investment & Asset Management2
  • Government & Public Sector1
  • Insurance1

What New York Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in building engineer jobs across New York.

  • Active New York City Certificate of Fitness or relevant DOB-issued credential for building systems
  • Hands-on experience operating and maintaining HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems
  • Familiarity with building automation systems and energy management platforms
  • Knowledge of New York City building codes and Local Law compliance requirements
  • Ability to respond to after-hours emergencies and participate in on-call rotations
  • Strong communication skills for coordinating with tenants, contractors, and property management

Building Engineer Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a building engineer in New York?

Most building engineers in New York enter through a combination of technical education and hands-on trades experience, typically in HVAC, electrical, or mechanical systems. New York City adds a licensing layer: many roles require a Certificate of Fitness issued by the FDNY or a Certificate of Qualification from the NYC Department of Buildings for specific systems. Candidates with an associate degree or vocational training in building technology, plus documented systems experience, are most competitive in the New York market.

Which companies hire building engineers in New York?

Employers hiring building engineers in New York right now include Rimkus, Colliers Engineering & Design, and Simpson Gumpertz & Heger, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. New York's dense commercial real estate sector, anchored by large REITs, hospital networks, and university campuses, means demand is consistent year-round rather than seasonal.

Which New York cities have the most building engineer jobs?

New York, Albany, and Syracuse have the most building engineer openings in New York. New York City dominates because of its sheer concentration of Class A commercial towers, major medical centers, and institutional campuses, while Buffalo and White Plains draw demand from regional healthcare systems and suburban corporate headquarters that maintain large, complex building portfolios.

Are there remote building engineer jobs in New York?

Yes, but they're rare. Building engineers are fundamentally on-site roles that require physical presence to operate equipment, respond to system failures, and manage contractors. About 16% of building engineer openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, and those positions are almost exclusively in energy consulting, BAS programming, or portfolio-level facilities management rather than day-to-day operations.

How can I get hired as a building engineer in New York with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is starting as a building maintenance technician or porter at a large residential or commercial property managed by a New York real estate company or hospital system, then cross-training into systems work. New York City-based employers such as large housing authorities and university facilities departments run apprenticeship and helper programs. Earning an FDNY Certificate of Fitness early, even before landing a full engineer title, signals seriousness and gives a candidate a concrete credential advantage in a market that values licensed readiness.

Where can I find and apply to building engineer jobs in New York?

You can find and apply to building engineer jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current New York openings updated regularly. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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