Facilities Systems Engineer
The Facilities Systems Engineer I at Confidential Client is an entry-level engineering role focused on supporting and maintaining critical mechanical, electrical, plumbing, steam, and chilled water systems across a multi-building hospital campus. This position offers structured hands-on training and mentorship to develop technical expertise in complex building infrastructure, preparing the engineer for increased responsibility and career growth within facilities engineering.
About Careertakes
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What You’ll Do
This is an entry-level Facilities Systems Engineer I role designed for a recent engineering graduate or technician who wants hands-on experience supporting large-scale building systems on an institutional campus. You’ll participate in a structured, ~12–18 month training program while working alongside experienced engineers and technical staff.
Key responsibilities:
- Learn the operation and maintenance of large-scale mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP) systems
- Support monitoring and performance of critical campus infrastructure
- Participate in hands-on training for chilled water and steam generation systems
- Troubleshoot technical and operational issues and assist in root-cause analysis
- Assist with system performance tracking, data analysis, and documentation
- Create and maintain practical procedures, technical guides and work instructions
- Help evaluate and apply technology solutions to improve compliance and system management
- Develop skills and knowledge to advance into a Facilities Systems Engineer II role with increased responsibility
Who You Are / Qualifications
We’re looking for curious, motivated candidates who want to build a career in facilities engineering.
Minimum qualifications (one of the following):
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, Engineering Sciences, or a related field; OR
- Associate’s degree in an engineering or engineering-technology field plus two (2) years of full-time experience in facilities systems; OR
- High school diploma (or equivalent) plus five (5) years of military training or equivalent in boiler/chiller/HVAC systems and five (5) years of full-time experience in a power plant or similar setting (e.g., boiler operator)
Additional requirements & expectations:
- Willingness to complete required certifications within two (2) years of hire (examples: Facilities Systems Engineer II training criteria, ATMT Boiler Operations certificate or first-class boiler operator license, NFPA 70E arc flash training)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to produce clear technical documentation
- Practical problem-solving orientation and eagerness to learn through hands-on field experience
- Collaborative mindset and professional demeanor
Why This Role Matters
You’ll be supporting the critical infrastructure that keeps a multi-building campus operating 24/7 — systems that directly enable patient care, research, and campus operations. This role offers:
- A structured training and development program with mentorship from experienced technical staff
- Hands-on exposure to institutional-scale mechanical and utility systems (steam, chilled water, boilers, HVAC)
- A clear career path and opportunities for advancement to higher-level facilities engineering roles
- Comprehensive benefits (as offered by our client) and a mission-driven workplace
Compensation note: The starting annual salary for this position is $75,686 (annual) and the role is full-time (40 hours/week).
Who Succeeds Here
You may be a great fit if you:
- Enjoy understanding how complex systems work and applying technical analysis in the field
- Prefer a mix of hands-on troubleshooting and documentation/analysis
- Are naturally curious, proactive, and take pride in practical solutions
- Want a long-term career path with continuous learning and professional development
Key Skills & Keywords
- Facilities Systems Engineer
- Entry-level facilities engineer
- HVAC / steam / chilled-water systems
- Mechanical / electrical / plumbing (MEP) systems
- Facilities training program
- Colorado (CO) — facility engineering
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
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