Mechanical SME - Critical Environments

JLL • Colorado City, TX

13h • 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. The successful candidate will respond to inquiries by drawing from specialized knowledge and will be responsible for overseeing critical systems, implementing and maintaining protocols, conducting performance analyses, applying engineering principles to improve efficiency and reliability, designing and implementing cooling solutions, analyzing airflow, developing maintenance schedules, leading root cause analysis, implementing corrective actions, proposing energy-saving initiatives, evaluating green technologies, ensuring adherence to industry standards and regulations, overseeing safety protocols, maintaining knowledge of best practices, mentoring technicians and engineers, managing infrastructure projects, collaborating with vendors, and communicating with executive management.

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

Benefits

• Relocation financial assistance provided to eligible candidates relocating to Colorado City, TX - subject to company terms.
• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree