Facilities Systems Engineer

Title:

Facilities Systems Engineer

Regular

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center

Utilities

Full time

40

1

First Shift (United States of America)

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.

• 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

We’re looking for someone who is curious, motivated, and excited to learn.

• 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

• 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

At Roswell Park, every role contributes to something bigger. The facilities team helps provide the reliable infrastructure needed to support world‑class patient care, groundbreaking research, and education. Roswell Park’s mission is to eliminate cancer’s grip on humanity through innovation, discovery, and compassionate care.

• 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…