Mechanical SME - Critical Environments

JLL•Colorado City, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

JLL is seeking a Data Center Mechanical Engineer (SME) with extensive mechanical engineering experience and over 5 years of data center operations expertise. The role involves managing and optimizing critical systems in a high-performance data center environment. This position is located in Colorado City, TX, a growing hub for data center infrastructure. JLL offers relocation assistance to eligible candidates moving to Mitchell County, TX, and provides support for settling into the community.

Requirements

4+ years of technical experience in building engineering with a strong background in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and production equipment repair and maintenance
Experience working in Data Centers/Raised Floor Environment
Universal EPA 608 Certification
CRAC (Liebert) maintenance and repair experience
Licenses as required by authority having jurisdiction
2 years of trades school or documented apprenticeship in relevant craft skills
Strong working knowledge of air-cooled chillers
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Extensive mechanical engineering experience
Over 5 years of data center operations expertise

Responsibilities

Oversee HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems specific to data center operations
Implement and maintain critical environment protocols and Method of Procedure (MOP) processes
Conduct regular performance analyses of facility mechanical and electrical systems
Apply mechanical engineering principles to improve data center efficiency and reliability
Design and implement cooling solutions optimized for high-density server environments
Analyze and enhance airflow management strategies
Develop and execute comprehensive preventive maintenance schedules for all critical infrastructure
Lead root cause analysis for any system failures or inefficiencies
Implement corrective actions and system upgrades based on engineering assessments
Propose and implement energy-saving initiatives to reduce Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE)
Evaluate and integrate green technologies suitable for data center operations
Ensure adherence to industry standards (e.g., ASHRAE, ISO) and local regulations
Oversee safety protocols and conduct regular safety audits
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of data center best practices and emerging technologies
Mentor and guide a team of facility technicians and engineers
Manage complex data center infrastructure projects, including expansions and upgrades
Collaborate with equipment vendors and service providers to ensure optimal system performance
Communicate effectively with executive management on infrastructure status and improvement plans