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 roles30
Top employerCBRE
Top cityNew York, NY
Cities hiring11
Work type67% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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C&W Services
Building Engineer
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C&W Services
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Building Engineer
C&W Services
Niagara Falls, New York
Health & Safety
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
$22.95 - $27/hr
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Chelsea Piers New York
Lead Building Engineer
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Chelsea Piers New York
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Lead Building Engineer
Chelsea Piers New York
New York, New York
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
$40 - $50/hr
EPA Refrigeration Certification
501-1,000

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H5 Data Centers, LLC
Building Engineer
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H5 Data Centers, LLC
Added 5d ago
Building Engineer
H5 Data Centers, LLC
Lockport, New York
Cloud & DevOps
IT Support
Project Management
Technical Product & Program Management
$40 - $42/hr
EPA Refrigeration Certification

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Atria Senior Living
Building Engineer
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Atria Senior Living
Added 6d ago
Building Engineer
Atria Senior Living
New York, New York
Customer Service
Customer Success
Customer Support
$97k - $112k/yr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Partner Engineering and Science, Inc
Building Science Project Engineer - Experienced in Property Condition Assessments
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Partner Engineering and Science, Inc
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Building Science Project Engineer - Experienced in Property Condition Assessments
Partner Engineering and Science, Inc
White Plains, New York
Data Analytics
Data Science
Data Science & Analytics
$70k - $90k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in architecture
1,001-5,000

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Building Engineer Jobs by City in New York

Where New York roles are concentrated, by current openings.

New York
20 jobs
Bronx
1 job
Albany
1 job
Buffalo
1 job
Suffern
1 job
Webster
1 job
Brooklyn
1 job
Lockport
1 job
Mount Kisco
1 job

Building Engineer Job Market in New York

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

Who's Hiring

CBRE
CBRE4 open roles
HDR
HDR2 open roles
WSP
WSP2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Government & Public Sector
  • Law & Legal Services

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 CBRE, HDR, and WSP, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 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, Bronx, and Albany 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 33% of building engineer openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of September 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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