Facilities Engineer Jobs in North Carolina

Facilities Engineer jobs in North Carolina are in steady demand, with openings concentrated in manufacturing, life sciences, higher education, and large commercial real estate, at every level from entry-level technician to senior plant engineer. Charlotte, Raleigh, and the Research Triangle draw the heaviest volume of postings, where employers like Duke University Health System, Honeywell, and Danaher maintain large, ongoing facilities operations. The most sought-after specialties in North Carolina are HVAC systems engineering, cleanroom and GMP facility management, and building automation controls. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles17
Top employerNovo Nordisk
Top cityCharlotte, NC
Cities hiring13
Work type86% On-site
Top industryBiotechnology

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University Of North Carolina Wilmington
Temporary Facilities Engineer (Multi-Positions)
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University Of North Carolina Wilmington
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Temporary Facilities Engineer (Multi-Positions)
University Of North Carolina Wilmington
Wilmington, North Carolina
Civil Engineering
Construction
Construction Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
$32 - $45/hr
Bachelor's degree in engineering
1,001-5,000

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KBI Biopharma
KBI: US - Facilities Engineer III
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KBI: US - Facilities Engineer III
KBI Biopharma
Durham, North Carolina
Health & Safety
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
1,001-5,000

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John Deere
Facilities and Maintenance Engineer
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John Deere
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Facilities and Maintenance Engineer
John Deere
Kernersville, North Carolina
Health & Safety
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
$78k - $116k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
10,000+

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Corning
Facilities Engineer IV
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Corning
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Facilities Engineer IV
Corning
Concord, North Carolina
Customer Service & Support
Customer Support
Technical Program Management
$107k - $148k/yr
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
10,000+

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Data Center Critical Facilities Engineer
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Data Center Critical Facilities Engineer
Radiant Groups
Liberty, North Carolina
Business Operations
Corporate Development & M&A
Investment Banking & Capital Markets
$46 - $53/hr
Hybrid

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Facilities Engineer Jobs by City in North Carolina

Where North Carolina roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Charlotte
3 jobs
Durham
2 jobs
Clayton
2 jobs
Concord
1 job
Liberty
1 job
Raleigh
1 job
Sanford
1 job
Claremont
1 job
Pineville
1 job

Facilities Engineer Job Market in North Carolina

A snapshot from current North Carolina openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Novo Nordisk
Novo Nordisk3 open roles
Coty
Coty1 open role
Jobot
Jobot1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
  • Education
  • Staffing & Recruiting
  • Construction & Real Estate
  • Consulting & Professional Services

What North Carolina Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in facilities engineer jobs across North Carolina.

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or facilities engineering from an accredited program
  • Professional Engineer license or EIT registration recognized by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors
  • Demonstrated experience with HVAC, building automation, or mechanical systems maintenance
  • Familiarity with OSHA standards, NFPA codes, and North Carolina building codes
  • Experience using computerized maintenance management systems such as Maximo or IBM Tririga
  • Strong project coordination skills for capital improvement and preventive maintenance programs

Facilities Engineer Jobs in North Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a facilities engineer in North Carolina?

Most employers require a bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or a related engineering discipline. North Carolina requires professional engineers to hold a license through the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors, which involves passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam, gaining qualifying experience, and then passing the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam. In regulated sectors like life sciences and healthcare, GMP facility experience and relevant certifications such as Certified Plant Engineer strengthen candidacy considerably.

Which companies hire facilities engineers in North Carolina?

Employers hiring facilities engineers in North Carolina right now include Novo Nordisk, Coty, and Jobot, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. North Carolina's concentration of pharmaceutical manufacturers, university health systems, and large industrial campuses means demand is spread across both the private sector and public institutions statewide.

Which North Carolina cities have the most facilities engineer jobs?

Charlotte, Durham, and Clayton have the most facilities engineer openings in North Carolina. Charlotte's dense commercial real estate and banking campus infrastructure drives strong demand there, while Raleigh and the broader Research Triangle draw openings from life sciences companies, universities, and tech campuses that require specialized facility operations and cleanroom management.

Are there remote facilities engineer jobs in North Carolina?

Yes, but they're rare. Facilities engineering is predominantly hands-on and site-dependent, so most roles require a physical presence. About 14% of facilities engineer openings tied to North Carolina are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions tend to be project management or capital planning roles rather than day-to-day operations engineering.

How can I get hired as a facilities engineer in North Carolina with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is through an engineering internship or facilities technician role while completing or just after finishing a degree. Large North Carolina employers including Duke Health, UNC Health, and major pharmaceutical manufacturers in the Research Triangle run rotational or new-graduate programs that place candidates in facilities operations teams. Moving laterally from a maintenance technician or building systems technician role is also common, and earning an EIT registration through the North Carolina Board of Examiners signals readiness for the engineering track.

Where can I find and apply to facilities engineer jobs in North Carolina?

You can find and apply to facilities engineer jobs in North Carolina on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Find roles that fit your experience and specialization, then apply directly to the ones that match.

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