Lead HVAC Engineer

About the role

Working at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York positions you at the center of the financial world with a unique perspective on national and international markets and economies. You will work in an environment with a diverse group of experienced professionals to foster and support the safety, soundness, and vitality of our economic and financial systems. The Corporate Group / Real Estate team is responsible for three sites between NY and NJ, plus a new site under construction in NJ. This role is based at the NJ site in East Rutherford; upon completion of the new Warren Township facility (expected 2029/2030), employees will transfer there. The position is critical to maintain 24/7/365 operation of a world‑leading cash processing and data‑center facility. The candidate must be experienced and highly reliable to ensure 100% functionality of the site. The Engineer works as part of a shift team and may be called upon outside scheduled hours, reporting directly to the Watch Engineer on shift and ultimately to the Director of Property Management.

Responsibilities

• Act as an established and productive individual contributor with in‑depth knowledge and practical skills in all facets of the HVAC trade.
• Work independently under general supervision, facing difficult but typically non‑complex problems.
• Perform work with some autonomy and discretion, escalating questionable situations to a supervisor.
• Communicate with co‑workers (typically within the department) to obtain or provide information requiring explanation or interpretation to reach a resolution.
• Collaborate with other trades within Real Estate.
• Maintain a clear fundamental understanding of HVAC operational theory.
• Serve as an integral HVAC subject‑matter expert to help open a brand‑new state‑of‑the‑art facility while transferring operations from the legacy site.

Qualifications

• Relevant on‑the‑job experience is required.
• Experience in an industrial/commercial setting is preferred, as is data‑center operation.
• Experience with roof‑top chillers and package units is a plus.
• Any time worked with heat‑recovery systems is a huge bonus.
• Trade school is preferred but not required.
• Candidate must possess a NJ Low Pressure Black seal and a NJ Seal Blue Engineers Seal; if not currently held, they must be obtained within one year of employment.
• NJ Master HVAC License is