Jr. Facility Engineer

JLL•Manati, PR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward. As a Junior Facility Engineer at JLL, you'll play a critical role in ensuring operational reliability and performance consistency across our real estate portfolio, with direct oversight of Ethicon Operations at San Lorenzo and Manati. This position combines asset validation expertise with reliability engineering principles to maximize equipment uptime, extend asset lifecycles, and minimize operational disruptions. You'll be responsible for conducting reliability assessments, supporting predictive maintenance programs, and validating performance data across building systems and critical infrastructure. Working collaboratively with property managers, facility teams, and regional operations, you'll document failure patterns, track maintenance effectiveness, and contribute to reliability-centered maintenance initiatives. At JLL, we embrace more innovative ways of working and prioritize opportunities to strengthen and advance your career, making this an ideal role for early-career engineers who want to make a measurable impact on operational efficiency. You'll gain hands-on experience with condition monitoring technologies, data analysis tools, and maintenance management systems while supporting JLL's commitment to asset management excellence and continuous improvement.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial), Facilities Management, or related technical field
0-2 years of experience in asset management, facilities, reliability engineering, or related technical roles (internship experience or fresh graduates with strong technical coursework considered)
Understanding of reliability engineering principles, building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire safety), and condition monitoring technologies
Proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel and Power BI, with basic knowledge of MATLAB or Python preferred
Familiarity with maintenance management systems (CMMS/EAM) and predictive maintenance techniques
Excellent problem-solving abilities with strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to prepare technical reports and present findings to diverse audiences
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Previous internship or co-op experience in maintenance, engineering, or facility operations environments
Exposure to reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) methodologies and failure analysis techniques
Experience with IoT sensors, condition monitoring equipment, or building automation systems
Knowledge of industry reliability standards and benchmarking practices
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across multiple teams and manage competing priorities
Bilingual capabilities (English/Spanish) to support operations across multiple sites

Responsibilities

Conduct reliability assessments of building systems and critical infrastructure, validating Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) and Mean Time To Repair (MTTR) data against industry benchmarks
Perform comprehensive equipment assessments following JLL procedures (FCA) and ensure all operational data is accurately collected and recorded, including downtime tracking and performance metrics
Support implementation of predictive maintenance programs by validating condition monitoring data from sensors and IoT devices, analyzing vibration, thermal, and performance trends
Document equipment failures and system breakdowns, conducting root cause analysis using reliability methodologies to identify failure patterns and recommend corrective actions
Monitor real-time performance of critical building systems, validating operational parameters against design specifications and tracking energy efficiency metrics
Update and maintain procedures, job plans, spare parts lists, and asset documentation to support J&J asset management programs including ESSP, BSP, and ARC
Create reliability dashboards, trend reports, and executive summaries that communicate findings and recommendations to senior leadership and stakeholders
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to facilitate workshops, train staff on new processes, and ensure successful adoption of reliability improvement initiatives
Validate compliance with manufacturer recommendations, safety standards, and regulatory requirements while maintaining comprehensive reliability documentation