Chief Engineer, Data Centers

JLL • Charlotte, NC

6d • Onsite

About The Position

JLL is hiring a Chief Engineer to oversee the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and servicing of data center building infrastructure in a critical environment. The role requires the ability to interpret design and construction documents, coordinate drawing updates with construction and project management teams, and keep infrastructure operating continuously. The engineer may work on energized equipment and must remain resilient during service emergencies. The position is on-site in Charlotte, North Carolina, and requires 24/7 availability through various schedules. Visa sponsorship is not provided; candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Operating Engineer or other applicable licenses required.
• Universal CFC license required.
• Ability to understand and interpret design and construction documents for critical sites, spaces, and systems.
• Ability to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot diesel generator systems, UPS, ATS, electrical switchgear, breakers, and protective relays.
• Proficiency with basic computer applications and software, such as MS Office and email.
• Sound understanding of mathematics and the principles of physics and chemistry as they relate to facilities management and engineering operations.
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to self-perform repair, maintenance, and service required for continuous operation of building infrastructure.
• Experience working on energized equipment (hot work).
• Ability to maintain resilience under duress during service emergencies.
• Authorization to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in an engineering or technical area.
• 10 or more years of related work experience in technical, critical-environment operations.
• SMA, FMA, RPA, or equivalent designation.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and service building infrastructure to support continuous operation.
• Interpret design and construction documents for critical sites, spaces, and systems, and work with CRE Design & Construction or project management to update drawings as needed.
• Maintain electrical infrastructure, including UPS, ATS, SEP, STS, PDU, generators and generator controls, fuel systems, switchgear, transfer and paralleling gear, lighting, energy-conservation systems, and relites.
• Maintain mechanical systems, including boilers, chillers, pumps, cooling towers, water treatment systems, air-handling units, CRAC units, and plumbing.
• Maintain fire and life-safety systems, including dry- and wet-pipe suppression, gaseous suppression, EWFD, and V-EWFD (VESDA).
• Maintain temperature-control systems, BMS, DDC, CMMS, and pneumatic systems.
• Perform construction-related maintenance, including painting and work on doors, locks, walls, and ceilings.
• Maintain digital systems, including fire alarms, duress systems, card access, Radionics, and CCTV.
• Work on energized equipment (hot work) and respond resiliently during service emergencies.
• Communicate with internal and external customers.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision care.
• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay.
• Supportive culture and benefits package prioritizing mental, physical, and emotional health.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED