Facilities Engineer Jobs in California
Facilities engineer jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in life sciences, technology, commercial real estate, and healthcare across a seniority range from entry-level facilities coordinators through senior plant and campus operations engineers. The largest hiring markets are Los Angeles, the San Francisco Bay Area, and San Diego, where employers like Kaiser Permanente, Apple, and Genentech maintain large, permanently staffed facilities operations. The most in-demand specialties are critical environment management, MEP systems, and sustainability-driven building operations. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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If you're a hands-on problem solver with a passion for keeping facilities safe, efficient, and operational, this is your opportunity to grow with a global leader in real estate services.
As a CBRE Building Engineer , you will be involved in maintaining and repairing building systems—including mechanical, plumbing, electrical, fire safety, and HVAC—while ensuring compliance with safety codes and energy efficiency standards. This role is a swing shift that will support preventive maintenance, emergency repairs, and inspections, onsite at a large tech company in Santa Rosa.
What You’ll Do:
Perform maintenance and repairs to the mechanical, plumbing, structural, furniture, fire, life safety, and control systems. Keep facility and building systems up to applicable standards as assigned.
Comply with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency, and company directives related to building operations and work safety.
Maintain an energy management program. Ensure all systems operate in the most efficient manner.
Assist with the implementation of a preventive maintenance program to ensure that building machinery and systems meet or exceed their rated life. Perform emergency repairs as needed.
Follow departmental policies for the safe storage, usage, and disposal of hazardous materials. Maintain a clean and safe workplace.
Review inspection to building systems including fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing to ensure operation of equipment is within design capabilities and achieves environmental conditions prescribed by client.
Apply in-depth knowledge of standard principles and techniques/procedures to accomplish complex assignments and provide innovative solutions.
Coach others and share in-depth knowledge of own job discipline and broad knowledge of several job disciplines within the function.
Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Work to build consensus and convince others to reach an agreement.
Impact a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams.
Work within broad guidelines and policies.
Explain difficult or sensitive information. What You’ll Need:
High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 4-5 years of job-related experience. In lieu of a diploma, a combination of experience and education will be considered. Universal CFC certification is preferred. Certifications/licenses as may be required by local or state jurisdictions.
Ability to perform maintenance and repairs to the mechanical, plumbing, and structural, furniture, fire, life, safety, and control systems. Experience with keeping facility and building systems up to applicable standards.
Meet the physical requirements of this role including stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs/ladders, and the ability to lift/carry heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more.
Ability to exercise judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information.
Willingness to take a new perspective on existing solutions.
In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
Organizational skills with an advanced inquisitive mindset.
Sophisticated math skills. Ability to calculate mildly complex figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial-related calculations. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Why CBRE?
We are guided by the needs of the cities we inhabit, the communities we build and the world we thrive in!
Benefits start 1st of the month: Medical, dental vision, paid time off, 401(k) match, paid holidays and more...
Internal advancement available after 6-month mark
Work/Life Balance: 40-45 hours a week Other Job titles: Facilities Engineer, Maintenance Engineer, Building Systems Engineer, Senior Maintenance Technician, HVAC Engineer, HVAC, commercial, EPA Universal, Electrician, Plumber, Service Technician, Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
AI Use Disclosure
We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills, and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.
CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Building Engineer position is $38 per hour and the maximum salary is $44 per hour. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience. This role will provide the following benefits: 401(K), Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, and Vision insurance.
Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).
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Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
- Electronics & Hardware
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Telecommunications
- Automotive
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in facilities engineer jobs across California.
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or facilities management engineering required
- Experience managing HVAC, plumbing, and electrical building systems in commercial or industrial facilities
- Familiarity with California Title 24 energy and building standards compliance
- Certified Facility Manager (CFM) or FMP credential preferred by California employers
- Proficiency with computerized maintenance management systems such as CMMS or CAFM platforms
- Ability to coordinate contractors and vendors across multiple California facilities sites
Facilities Engineer Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a facilities engineer in California?
Most facilities engineer roles in California require a bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, civil, or a related engineering discipline. California employers often look for candidates who hold or are working toward a Professional Engineer license through the California Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists, though PE licensure is more required in design roles than operations. Industry credentials like the Certified Facility Manager designation strengthen candidacy across most California sectors.
Which companies hire facilities engineers in California?
Employers hiring facilities engineers in California right now include SpaceX, Tesla, and Equinix, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. California's concentration of large technology campuses, health systems, and life sciences research facilities means demand is spread across corporate, clinical, and laboratory environments throughout the state.
Which California cities have the most facilities engineer jobs?
San Jose, Hawthorne, and Santa Clara have the most facilities engineer openings in California. Los Angeles and the Bay Area drive volume through their dense clusters of corporate headquarters, healthcare systems, and technology campuses, while San Diego's strong life sciences and biotech sector sustains consistent demand for facilities engineers who specialize in laboratory and GMP environments.
Are there remote facilities engineer jobs in California?
Yes, but they're rare. Facilities engineering is inherently hands-on, requiring regular on-site presence to oversee building systems, manage contractors, and respond to operational issues. About 5% of facilities engineer openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those roles tend to involve portfolio oversight, capital project coordination, or facilities management software administration rather than direct building operations.
How can I get hired as a facilities engineer in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a facilities coordinator or building operations technician role at a large California employer, then moving into an engineering track. Health systems like Kaiser Permanente and Sutter Health, along with major university campuses in the UC and CSU systems, regularly bring on entry-level facilities staff and offer internal advancement. A California FE exam credential or a CMMS software certification gives candidates a concrete edge when competing without direct experience.
Where can I find and apply to facilities engineer jobs in California?
You can find and apply to facilities engineer jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across industries and metro areas. Find the roles that fit your experience and location, then apply directly.
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