Facilities Systems Engineer

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center; United States; On-site; USD 65,186 - 79,671; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Structured training and development program

Opportunities for mentorship

Job summary

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center seeks a Facilities Systems Engineer I. This entry-level role offers hands-on experience in supporting critical infrastructure across our hospital and campus. The position features a structured training program allowing growth within facilities engineering.

Ideal candidates are recent engineering graduates with a strong interest in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, eager to learn and tackle technical challenges, and grow in a mission-driven organization.

Qualifications

• Recent engineering graduate with a degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related engineering.
• Strong interest in facility systems and building operations.
• Desire to learn through hands-on experience.

Responsibilities

• Learn operation and maintenance of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Support performance of critical campus infrastructure.
• Assist with system performance tracking and analysis.

Skills

Problem-solving

Technical documentation

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Plumbing systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Facilities Systems Engineer

Job Type: Regular

Company: Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center

Department: Utilities

Time Type: Full time

Shift: First Shift

Weekly Hours: 40

Summary

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 EngineerII 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.

What You’ll Do

• 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

What You’ll Bring

• Recently completed degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field
• Strong interest in facility systems, infrastructure, and building operations
• Passion for troubleshooting and solving technical problems
• 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
• Collaborative mindset and willingness to learn from others
• Eagerness to take on challenges and continuously expand your technical knowledge

Who Will Be Successful

• 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

• 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

Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology or Engineering Sciences or related field; or
2. 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
3. High School Diploma or High School Equivalency Diploma, five (5) years of military training or its equivalent in boiler (steam), chiller (chilled water) or HVAC systems, and the equivalent of five (5) years of full‑time experience in a power plant or similar setting as a boiler operator.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Roswell Park Cancer Institute Corporation (RPCIC) and Health Research Inc. (HRI) Roswell Park Division believe that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities, and we do not discriminate against our employees, applicants or job seekers because of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, creed, age, disability, pregnancy‑related condition, military or veteran status, marital or familial status, domestic violence victim status, citizenship status, genetic information, individual’s relationship or association with a member of a protected category or any other protected group status as defined by law.

Reasonable Accommodation Request

RPCIC and HRI are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email HR‑[e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.