Mechanical Engineer

Design and Construction professionals at State University Construction Fund play a direct role in shaping how campus projects move from engineering review to build-ready plans. This Mechanical Engineer (Associate Project Coordinator) position in Albany, NY (onsite) offers immediate participation in the NYS and Local Retirement System (NYSLRS), robust benefits coverage, and telecommuting options after an initial service period.

Responsibilities

• Review design plans and specifications for Building Code and SUCF design standards compliance.
• Provide written review comments to support design accuracy and constructability.
• Attend design phase review meetings and work with teams to resolve design issues.
• Manage project workloads independently to deliver review comments on time.
• Evaluate new and evolving technologies for potential incorporation into SUCF project designs.
• Develop SUCF Program Directives to reflect current design standards, improved efficiency systems, and construction problem related experience.
• Mentor junior engineers on project review techniques and SUCF standards.
• Assist in coordinating activities for the Engineering Services Group.
• Travel within New York State as required.
• Perform other duties as directed.

Requirements

• Associate’s (with a professional license), Bachelor’s, or Master’s degree in Engineering or a related field; plus 10 years of experience in building engineering design and construction.
• A professional license in Engineering may substitute for up to 5 years of the experience requirement (with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree).
• Thorough knowledge of mechanical engineering project design development principles, practices, and procedures.
• Specific knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems and campus central systems.
• Ability to determine which Fund, campus, and engineering design standards apply based on a project circumstance.
• Good knowledge of building systems and building materials, including function and physical properties for new and major renovation construction.
• Working knowledge of construction methods, applicable codes, laws, rules, and standards governing design, construction, and building costs.
• Outstanding technical, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.

Benefits

• Immediate participation in the NYS and Local Retirement System (NYSLRS) with vesting after 5 years of service.
• Health Insurance including Prescription, Dental, and Vision.
• Vacation, sick, and personal time.
• 13 paid Federal holidays.
• Paid parental leave.
• Telecommuting.
• Telecommuting approvals to telecommute a limited number of days per month after completing 6 months of service, in accordance with the Fund’s Telecommuting Program Guidelines.

Salary Range: $101,771 - 134,210 per year, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Job Type: Full-time

Category: Design and Construction

Posted on: Wed Jul 15 2026