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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Standard Job Description
Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more— we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future.
At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. We’re creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security® vision. We’re erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. We’re advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And we’re reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity.
Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you.
Our facility in Sunnyvale CA, seeks a Facilities Mechanical Engineer to join our mission supporting the Plant Operations & Services Organization. Virtually every Space mission success starts with a strong foundation of facility infrastructure design, construction, and execution management, which is performed risk-free in support of business needs without interruption. On our Facilities team, you’ll have the opportunity to use your education and experience to take on interesting challenges and become an integral part of our team as we build new or redesign current, state-of-the-art engineering facilities.
This position will require innovative and agile approaches to ensure the reliability of mechanical/electrical infrastructure that produces cutting-edge space systems and analyzes trends while managing operational efficiencies.
In this role, you will:
- Provide technical support to the Facilities and Maintenance organization as a system.
- Manage mechanical projects related to the Facilities organization.
- Guide site operations managers and engineers to maintain equipment and systems at peak efficiency.
- Lead facilities condition assessments to develop project plans and maintenance optimization programs.
- Contribute to sustainability initiatives within Workplace functions and explore Smart Workplace improvements.
- Partner with internal Facilities stakeholders, Operations and Maintenance, to help provide engineering support to upgrading and implementing Mechanical and Plumbing systems across the Pacific Region portfolio.
- Provide technical review for design, bid and construction documents and identify risks and provide mitigating actions throughout the project lifecycle.
- Provide capacity/demand analysis of utility systems and planning to support growth when required.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience.
- Minimum of 3 years of proven experience.
- Ability to communicate technical requirements effectively across engineering, operations, and construction teams.
- Microsoft Office Software experience (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc).
- Read/interpret engineering drawings.
Desired Skills
- Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Knowledge of relevant building and construction codes/Standards.
- Facilities engineering experience.
- Experience in the design of HVAC systems.
- Experience working in a production environment.
- Strong experience in Building Automation Controls (ALC, Wonderware).
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $106600.00 - $198000.00
At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.
The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
- For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
Standard Job Description
Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more— we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future.
At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. We’re creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security® vision. We’re erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. We’re advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And we’re reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity.
Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you.
Our facility in Sunnyvale CA, seeks a Facilities Mechanical Engineer to join our mission supporting the Plant Operations & Services Organization. Virtually every Space mission success starts with a strong foundation of facility infrastructure design, construction, and execution management, which is performed risk-free in support of business needs without interruption. On our Facilities team, you’ll have the opportunity to use your education and experience to take on interesting challenges and become an integral part of our team as we build new or redesign current, state-of-the-art engineering facilities.
This position will require innovative and agile approaches to ensure the reliability of mechanical/electrical infrastructure that produces cutting-edge space systems and analyzes trends while managing operational efficiencies.
In this role, you will:
- Provide technical support to the Facilities and Maintenance organization as a system.
- Manage mechanical projects related to the Facilities organization.
- Guide site operations managers and engineers to maintain equipment and systems at peak efficiency.
- Lead facilities condition assessments to develop project plans and maintenance optimization programs.
- Contribute to sustainability initiatives within Workplace functions and explore Smart Workplace improvements.
- Partner with internal Facilities stakeholders, Operations and Maintenance, to help provide engineering support to upgrading and implementing Mechanical and Plumbing systems across the Pacific Region portfolio.
- Provide technical review for design, bid and construction documents and identify risks and provide mitigating actions throughout the project lifecycle.
- Provide capacity/demand analysis of utility systems and planning to support growth when required.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience.
- Minimum of 3 years of proven experience.
- Ability to communicate technical requirements effectively across engineering, operations, and construction teams.
- Microsoft Office Software experience (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc).
- Read/interpret engineering drawings.
Desired Skills
- Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Knowledge of relevant building and construction codes/Standards.
- Facilities engineering experience.
- Experience in the design of HVAC systems.
- Experience working in a production environment.
- Strong experience in Building Automation Controls (ALC, Wonderware).
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $106600.00 - $198000.00
At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.
The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
- For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Telecommunications
- Technology & Software
- Electronics & Hardware
- 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 Tesla, SpaceX, and Lockheed Martin, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 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?
Santa Clara, San Jose, and Hawthorne 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 14% of facilities engineer openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of September 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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