Facilities Systems Engineer

About the role

Are you a recent engineering graduate who enjoys solving technical problems and wants to gain hands-on experience with complex building systems? As a Facilities Systems Engineer I, you'll play an important role in helping support the critical infrastructure that keeps our hospital and multi-building campus operating around the clock. This is an entry-level, full-time opportunity designed for someone who is eager to learn, grow, and build a long-term career in facilities engineering. Through a structured training program, you'll work alongside experienced professionals while gaining practical experience with the mechanical, electrical, plumbing, steam, and chilled water systems that support patient care, research, and daily operations across our campus. Over approximately 12 to 18 months, you'll participate in guided classroom and field-based training designed to prepare you for advancement into a Facilities Systems Engineer II role with increasing responsibility and independence. The starting annual salary for this position is $72,429 and this can include a full comprehensive benefits package.

Responsibilities

• In this role, you will:
• Learn the operation and maintenance of large-scale mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems
• Support the monitoring and performance of critical campus infrastructure
• Participate in hands-on training focused on chilled water and steam generation systems
• Investigate and help solve technical and operational challenges
• Work with experienced engineers, supervisors, and technical staff to build your knowledge and skills
• Assist with system performance tracking, analysis, and documentation
• Create practical procedures, technical guides, and work instructions that help support safe and effective operations
• Explore and apply technology solutions that improve compliance, reporting, and system management
• Develop the technical expertise needed to assume greater operational responsibilities over time

Requirements

• We're looking for someone who is curious, motivated, and excited to learn.
• Successful candidates will typically have:
• A recently completed degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field
• A strong interest in facility systems, infrastructure, and building operations
• A passion for troubleshooting and solving technical problems
• A desire to learn through hands-on experience and real-world application
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to organize information and create clear technical documentation
• A collaborative mindset and willingness to learn from others
• An eagerness to take on challenges and continuously expand your technical knowledge
• Who Will Be Successful in This Role?
• You may be a great fit if you:
• Enjoy understanding how complex systems work
• Like combining technical analysis with hands-on field experience
• Are naturally curious and ask questions to deepen your understanding
• Take pride in finding practical solutions to problems
• Want a career path that offers ongoing learning and professional development
• Thrive in environments where no two days are exactly alike
• Why You'll Love Working Here:
• When you join Roswell Park, you'll enjoy:
• A meaningful career supporting a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving lives
• A structured training and development program designed to help you grow your career
• Opportunities for mentorship and learning from experienced technical professionals
• Hands-on exposure to complex, institutional-scale infrastructure systems
• A collaborative environment that values innovation, problem-solving, and continuous improvement
• Comprehensive benefits that support your health, well-being, financial future, and work-life balance
• If you're looking for an opportunity to launch your engineering career, gain real-world technical experience, and make an impact in an organization with an important mission, we'd love to hear from you.
• Required Education and Experience
• Education and Experience
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology or Engineering Sciences or related field; or
• Associate's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology or Engineering Sciences or related field and the equivalent of two (2) years of full-time experience in Facilities Systems; or
• High School Diploma or High School Equivalency Diploma, five (5) years of military training or its equivalent in boiler (

Benefits

Additional Information

Title: Facilities Systems Engineer Job Type: Regular Company: Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center Department: Utilities Time Type: Full time Weekly Hours: 40 FTE: 1 Shift: First Shift (United States of America)

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