Lead Operating Engineer

JLL•McLean, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Lead Operating Engineer at JLL, you'll be the technical backbone ensuring our building systems operate safely, efficiently, and reliably for our clients and their occupants. This hands-on leadership role focuses on the installation, maintenance, repair, and operation of mechanical, electrical, and power generation equipment in a critical commercial environment. You'll lead a team while personally performing complex maintenance tasks, responding to service requests, and driving continuous improvements to our preventative maintenance programs. What sets JLL apart is our culture of collaboration, locally and across the globe, which means you'll work alongside property management teams, vendors, and fellow engineers to solve challenges and optimize building performance. With a particular emphasis on electrical systems and trades, you'll need deep technical expertise combined with the ability to mentor others and establish work procedures that meet production schedules and quality standards.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required
Minimum 4 years of experience in the building maintenance industry and accredited trade school degree in HVAC, electronics, or other industry-related trade (union training and certification also acceptable)
Demonstrated knowledge of safe operation of ladders, lifts, basic hand tools, volt meter, manual drain auger, plumber's helper, safety goggles, ear protection, and fire extinguisher
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, blueprints, specifications, and procedure manuals, with ability to write routine reports and correspondence
Mathematical skills including ability to calculate figures such as load balancing, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume, with ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry
Reasoning ability to solve practical problems and deal with concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists, with ability to interpret instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule formats

Nice To Haves

Universal CFC certification
Experience with building control systems, electrical distribution systems, and UPS systems
Background working in commercial office buildings, critical environments, or mission-critical facilities
Proven ability to quickly learn new systems through on-the-job training, operations manuals, and technical documentation
Track record of fostering teamwork and creating positive working environments

Responsibilities

Lead the operation, monitoring, and maintenance of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, refrigeration, boilers, and life safety systems while ensuring compliance with government regulations and standard operating procedures
Perform complex electrical work including installation, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical systems, requiring your trade-specific license and expertise to maintain critical infrastructure
Develop and improve preventative maintenance programs, schedules, work instructions, and SOPs while performing predictive, planned, and routine maintenance as directed
Inspect, repair, and optimize pumps, fans, valves, motors, and other mechanical equipment by interpreting specifications, blueprints, and technical documentation
Respond to tenant service requests accurately and expediently while conducting equipment rounds and maintaining responsibility for purchasing, inventory control, and contracted maintenance coordination
Analyze building system performance data to recommend improvements in production methods, equipment efficiency, and energy optimization that deliver measurable value
Serve as on-call engineer for the building portfolio, actively participating in emergency response procedures, technical training programs, and safety initiatives while maintaining accurate time, production, and maintenance records