Facilities Engineer

NC State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

NC State University is seeking a Facility Engineer in Raleigh, NC to apply engineering expertise to troubleshoot campus building and utility systems, support infrastructure, and manage multiple projects from planning through completion.

The role emphasizes safety, compliance, and collaboration across teams to maintain reliable campus operations serving students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Knowledge of applicable building codes, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience in facility engineering, building systems, or utility operations.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot facility and utility systems, investigate failures, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Provide engineering support for system operations, performance testing, and calculations.
• Manage multiple small projects, coordinating priorities, resources, schedules, and deliverables.
• Develop standard operating procedures to promote safe and effective system operation and maintenance.
• Ensure engineering activities align with safety practices, codes, and regulations.

Skills

Communication skills

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Posting Information

Posting Number PG194962EP

Internal Recruitment

Internal Recruitment No

Anticipated Hiring Range

$80,000 - $86,000

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 7 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Job Location

Department

Building Maintenance & Operations

About the Department

The NC State University Facilities Division is home to nearly 900 professionals who plan, build and maintain the spaces that foster an environment where innovation, learning, and community thrive. Through this work, we help create spaces that empower students, faculty, and staff to reach their full potential. Operating year-round, we manage more than 16.7 million gross square feet of built space and oversee 4,733 acres of campus infrastructure through a series of core departments, each composed of multiple specialized units:

• Design & Construction
• Business Operations
• Campus Operations and Maintenance
• Campus Planning and Strategic Investment

Whether responding to a maintenance request, shaping future facilities or creating spaces that inspire discovery, our team is grounded in excellence, service and stewardship.

Join the pack and become part of one of the largest and most respected employers in the state, helping shape the future of our campus community. Take a look below to see what we offer!

Wolfpack Perks and Benefits

As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership , and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

Facility Engineer

You will apply your engineering expertise to troubleshoot complex building and utility systems, identify root causes of equipment failures, and develop solutions that improve system performance and prevent recurring issues. You will support critical infrastructure, including chillers, boilers, air handling units (AHUs), and air compressors, while managing multiple small projects from planning through completion.

This is an opportunity to combine hands-on technical problem-solving with project management, equipment evaluation, and collaboration across teams. You will help shape solutions, support system improvements, and contribute to the reliable operation of the campus environment that serves NC State’s students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

Key responsibilities and duties include but are not limited to:

• Troubleshoot facility and utility systems, investigate equipment failures, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions to improve reliability and prevent recurrence.
• Provide engineering support for system operations, including performance testing, operational planning, and temperature, humidity, and utility load calculations.
• Manage multiple small projects simultaneously, coordinating priorities, resources, schedules, deliverables, and completion timelines.
• Develop project concepts and basis-of-design documents, including scopes of work, technical approaches, and cost estimates for bidding and execution.
• Review equipment specifications, engineering drawings, and project submittals to verify compliance with design requirements, applicable codes, and project standards.
• Read and interpret system drawings and piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs); maintain accurate redlines and project documentation.
• Develop and review project drawings and technical documents throughout the project lifecycle to support quality, accuracy, and compliance.
• Provide technical guidance during equipment procurement by evaluating system needs, equipment requirements, and proposed solutions.
• Conduct field visits, inspections, and system start-up activities to support project implementation and verify equipment performance.
• Coordinate warranty activities with vendors, contractors, and internal teams, including asset information collection, issue resolution, and staff training.
• Develop standard operating procedures (SOPs) to promote consistent, safe, and effective system operation and maintenance.
• Ensure engineering activities and project work align with applicable safety practices, building codes, and local, state, and federal regulations.

Other Responsibilities

• This position is designated as Essential Personnel and is required to report to work during adverse weather conditions or emergencies, even when the University is operating on an alternative schedule.
• Other tasks and responsibilities may be assigned based on the needs of the organization and evolving priorities.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in the Engineering discipline related to the area of assignment; or and equivalent combination of training and experience.

Other Required Qualifications

• Strong written and oral communication skills and solid compliance skills.
• Knowledge of applicable building codes, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Considerable knowledge of work methods, process techniques, resource requirements and safety considered necessary to complete needed work or service.

Preferred Qualifications

• Progressive experience in facility engineering, building systems, or utility operations.
• Hands-on experience with one or more mechanical building systems, such as chillers, boilers, HVAC , air handling units, or compressed air systems.
• Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, equipment specifications, and piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs).
• Experience working in a university, campus, healthcare, industrial, or other complex facilities environment.

Required License(s) or Certification(s)

• Valid driver's license required.
• Valid North Carolina driver's license is required within 60 days of hire and must be maintained

Valid NC Driver's License required

Valid NC Driver's License required Yes

Commercial Driver's License required

Commercial Driver's License required No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

Job Open Date 10/21/2026

Position Number

00100013

Position Type

EPS/SAAO

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)

1.0

Appointment

12 Month Recurring

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather

Mandatory - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events

Mandatory - Fire/Explosions, Mandatory - Medical Emergencies, Mandatory - Hazardous Material Incidents, Mandatory - Transportation Accidents, Mandatory - Evacuations/Natural Hazards, Mandatory - Utilities/Infrastructure Failure, Mandatory - Threats of Violence/Terrorism/Interpersonal Emergencies

Department ID

445030 - Building Maintenance & Operations

EEO

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail].

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks.

Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * How did you learn of this opportunity?
  • NCSU website
  • Craigslist
  • Indeed.com
  • Carolina Job Finder/Employment Guide
  • NC Works
  • Dress for Success
  • Technical/Trade School Program
  • Job Fair (Identify Job Fair in question #2 below)
  • Direct Contact from NSCU Representative (identify person in question #2 below)
  • Other
  • Monster.com
  • Other online job board
  • NCSU employee referral
  • Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Ohter)
• If you learned about this vacancy from "other source" or "other website", please provide the source.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * A valid driver's license (DL) is required and a North Carolina Driver's License (NCDL) must be obtained within 60 days of hire and maintained as a condition of employment. Do you have a valid driver's license or the ability to obtain one prior to start date, and the ability to obtain a North Carolina Driver's License within 60 days of hire?
  • Yes, I have a valid NCDL and will maintain it as a condition of employment.
  • Yes, I have a valid DL from another state and will obtain a NCDL within 60 days of hire and maintain it as a condition of employment.
  • Yes, I have a valid DL from another state but cannot or will not obtain a NCDL within 60 days of hire.
  • No, I do not have a valid DL from any state, but I will obtain a it within 60 days of hire and maintain it as a condition of employment.
  • No, I do not have a valid DL from any state and cannot or will not obtain it.

Required Documents

• Resume
• Contact Information for References

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter

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