Building Engineer, Critical Facilities

Job Title

Provide operational support and technical services for the critical data center of a fast paced and growing technology company.

Maintain and repair the mechanical, electrical, security and fire protection systems that protect and support business critical information systems (servers, mainframes, etc)

Identify and be able to immediately recognize system faults and respond to operational and emergency situations

Maintain strict compliance with all Federal, State and Local codes, regulations and standards.

Perform preventative tests and analyze data to ensure the proper functioning of all base building and critical system equipment, including electrical, HVAC, fire/life safety, security and emergency back-up systems. Determine the cause of any problems/malfunctions and take corrective action as required

Monitor the operations and make customer approved adjustments of chilled water systems, heat exchangers, CRAC Units, HVAC, electrical systems, emergency back-up systems, hot water systems, pumps, valves, filters and other mechanical and electrical equipment. Record readings and make recommendations for adjustments where necessary to ensure proper operation of equipment

Prepare and maintain maintenance logs and reports to accurately document the condition of systems in the data center. Maintain knowledge about preventive maintenance and work order software systems

Coordinate contractor and management approvals for work orders that require the use of outside contractors. Maintain detailed logs of all work performed

Read, comprehend and work from complex technical information (i.e. blueprints, sketches, building plans and schematics) pertaining to electrical and mechanical systems that serve the data centers. Adhere to Standard Operating Procedures and formal change control processes to implement changes

Interact with all parts of the organization to respond to a variety of service requests. Perform any and all work, to ensure the safety of the buildings tenants and the continuous operation of the facility

Maintain organized building files

May be on-call after regular scheduled hours

High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED)

Minimum of 5 years previous critical data center operations engineering experience

CFC Certified – Certification for handling refrigerants a plus

Proficient computer and email skills

Proficient with Building Automation Systems and Electrical Power Monitoring Systems

Must have the ability to complete required safety classes that pertain to specific job duties

Familiarity with preventative maintenance and work order software systems

Excellent communication skills

Thrives in a fast paced environment

Works well independently, as well as in a team

May perform other duties as assigned

Industry leading Parental Leave Policy (up to 16 weeks)

Generous healthcare

Bright Horizons back-up care program

Generous paid time off

Education reimbursement

Referral Program

Opportunities to network and connect

Benefits/perks listed may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Newmark and the job location

Working Conditions:

Normal working conditions with the absence of disagreeable elements

Newmark is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Job Identification 249260

Posting Date 07/08/2026, 09:12 PM

Locations Albany, NY, United States

Job Schedule Full time