Building Systems Engineer at Meta in Fremont, California

Job Description:

Meta recognizes the urgency of climate change and is committed to help tackle this global challenge. Meta has a public facing NetZero commitment for its direct operations and value chain by 2030. In alignment with this company wide commitment, DEC (Design, Engineering, and Construction) is among the first business units within Meta to have set an internal carbon reduction target. We have identified near, mid, and long-term initiatives to achieve NetZero goals as part of the decarbonization strategy for Meta Data Centers.This person will help operationalize these strategies, which include material replacements, planning manufacturing processes, and document progress as we mainstream them into data center design and construction practices. We are looking for a candidate with subject matter expertise in building sector decarbonization, developing road maps to meet key objectives, and navigate the change management process.

Building Systems Engineer Responsibilities:

• Leverage and enhance tools and processes to improve delivery and communication for Net Zero program


• Work with key project team members to ensure alignment among all internal stakeholders and to find creative ways to overcome obstacles to achieve Net Zero program goals


• Manage cross-functional programs that cover a range of internal teams by co-developing clear roadmaps, project requirements, milestone schedules, and documentation to support decision-making and facilitate implementation of greenhouse gas reduction and carbon removal projects


• Provide hands-on program management with internal teams from project conception to implementation phases


• Manage dependencies and handoffs effectively and optimize schedules accordingly


• Drive internal process improvements across multiple teams and functions


• Identify areas of risk, quantify those risks, and develop mitigations with subject matter experts within the organization


• Report and drive alignment and decisions from leadership across multiple organizations


• Effectively communicate complex technical content to stakeholders and partners with diverse/varied technical backgrounds

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience with highly technical building types and the component parts that decarbonization efforts will affect.


• 10+ years of relevant experience in Program Management, Architecture, sustainability or Engineering


• 3+ years experience related to decarbonization and/or Life Cycle Assessments (LCAs)


• Experience with carbon reduction and removal strategies


• Experience evaluating, defining and improving end-to-end processes


• Experience in managing multiple projects and coordinating with internal staff and external consultants, vendors and other stakeholders


• Experience delivering complex projects aligned with large scale corporate goals through influence and collaboration


• Experience influencing stakeholders and partner teams. Experience collaborating with different individuals across the organization and within other geographies


• Analytical, problem-solving, negotiation and organizational experience


• Experience across technical and non-technical stakeholders and senior leadership

Preferred Qualifications:

• LEED AP


• Proficiency in Revit and Autocad


• PMP Certification


• Experience with Data Center/hyper scale, design and construction

About Meta:

Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today-beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.



Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.

Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@fb.com.


$142,000/year to $202,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits


Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta. Apply Now