Lead Engineer (Night) – Critical Environments

JLL • Colorado City, TX

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Engineer – Critical Environments supervises and directs operating engineers in installing, repairing, and maintaining base-building and critical-system machinery and equipment. The position supervises the operating team during the assigned shift and assumes the Chief Engineer’s responsibilities when the Chief Engineer is not on site.

This is an on-site night-shift role in Colorado City, Texas. The position supports critical facility and data center operations, with a focus on safe, reliable building systems and achieving 100% uptime goals. The role requires working different schedules, holidays, and responding to site emergencies. Visa sponsorship is not provided; candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Requirements

• Hands-on experience in a data center or critical facility, including UPS systems, emergency generators, and switchgear.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• At least 5 years of related work experience, including supervisory experience.
• Operating Engineers license (SMA) or equivalent.
• Universal Technician certification for CFCs, or obtain it within 90 days of employment.
• Ability to walk large campus-like settings; lift at least 50 pounds; climb stairs and navigate rooftops; use ladders up to 30 feet and work at heights; and climb a ladder with a 300-pound weight limit.
• Ability to work different schedules and holidays and respond to site emergencies.
• Authorization to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Corrigo, MCIM/Salesforce, Zendesk, or ServiceNow.
• Universal EPA 608 certification.
• NFPA 70E training.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct maintenance staff and oversee HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire/life safety, and emergency backup systems.
• Schedule preventive maintenance, troubleshoot equipment, and coordinate contracted work to minimize disruption to building services.
• Train maintenance team members in procedures, safety protocols, and equipment operation.
• Manage tool and supply inventories, prepare purchase orders, and maintain engineering logs and documentation.
• Monitor equipment performance, analyze system operations, diagnose problems, and implement corrective actions to meet uptime goals.
• Ensure compliance with hazardous-materials safety protocols, Critical Facility Work Authorization processes, and emergency escalation procedures.
• Assist the Chief Engineer with KPI implementation.
• Oversee contractor activities and protect client asset value.
• Assume the Chief Engineer’s responsibilities when the Chief Engineer is not on site.
• Perform additional job duties as required.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions.
• 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.
• Financial relocation assistance for eligible candidates moving to Mitchell County, Texas, subject to company terms.

What This Job Offers

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