Senior Chief Engineer, Data Centers

JLL • LaGrange, GA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Chief Engineer manages a team of data center engineers at a large hyperscale data center campus. The role focuses on safe, efficient operations, maintaining site equipment, and achieving 100% uptime. The engineer is expected to demonstrate expertise in one specific area while being multi-skilled in others to complete daily assignments.

The position oversees people management, safety, site operations, incident response, and administrative processes. Responsibilities include training and performance management of direct reports, ensuring shift coverage, supporting safe work practices and regulatory compliance, overseeing maintenance and operating procedures, and responding to service-impacting incidents. The role uses Corrigo (CMMS) to track work and provides 24x7 after-hours response for mechanical-plant matters. The position is on-site in LaGrange, Georgia and does not provide visa sponsorship; candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Requirements

• At least 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 or raised-floor environments.
• Strong customer-service and interpersonal skills.
• Universal EPA 608 Certification.
• Licenses required by the authority having jurisdiction.
• Working knowledge of computer applications, including Word, Excel, and Google Suite applications.
• Two years of trade school or a documented apprenticeship in relevant craft skills.
• Valid driver's license.
• Able to lift up to 80 lbs., work at heights, and frequently climb, bend, lift, kneel, stoop, and work or extend overhead.
• Able to work in extreme cold and heat, drive for long periods, and climb a ladder up to 30 feet with a 300 lb. weight limit while carrying an approximately 20 lb. tool bag.
• Authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Expertise in one specific craft area, such as electrical, HVAC, piping/plumbing, central utility plant operations, or material handling equipment.
• Familiarity with building automation systems and fire/life safety systems.

Responsibilities

• Ensure team members complete assigned training; manage day-to-day HR issues and escalate as necessary.
• Performance-manage direct reports through JLL Quality Conversations, hold regular Sync meetings, discuss areas for improvement and strong performance, write and deliver annual reviews and ratings, participate in rating calibration, and participate in hiring.
• Ensure appropriate shift coverage for all critical environment spaces.
• Complete hazard assessments as necessary; follow safety procedures, maintain good housekeeping and safe work areas, identify hazards, and propose ways to eliminate them.
• Maintain compliance with local AHJ ordinances, codes, and laws, and complete required safety training.
• Oversee and implement the MOP creation process.
• Operate and maintain critical equipment to support 100% campus uptime and concurrently maintainable status.
• Coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance with the planner scheduler.
• Use manufacturer operations manuals to create and implement training curricula for site operations teams covering electrical distribution, mechanical plant, controls, and network systems.
• Perform facility inspections and due diligence, reporting conditions that could affect client occupancy or operations.
• Serve as the first point of contact for service-impacting mechanical-plant events; assist with troubleshooting and incident mitigation.
• Assist in creating root cause analyses and participate in RCA presentations to the customer management team.
• Provide after-hours mechanical-plant support, including 24x7 response.
• Use Corrigo (CMMS) for all work performed and ensure work orders are updated promptly and accurately.
• Escalate customer-impacting incidents in accordance with contract SLAs.
• Attend work and safety meetings as required and perform other duties assigned by the manager.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
• Comprehensive 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
• Supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package prioritizing mental, physical, and emotional health

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed