Chief Engineer, Critical Systems

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Chief Engineer Critical Systems- JLL

What this job involves:

As Chief Engineer for Critical Systems youll serve as the senior technical and operational leader ensuring the safe reliable and efficient operation of mission-critical building infrastructure. This role places you at the heart of maintaining systems where equipment reliability environmental conditions and continuity of operations are absolutely essential from central chilled water and heating systems to electrical distribution emergency generators and building automation platforms. At JLL we are collectively shaping a brighter way for our clients ourselves and our fellow employees and youll do exactly that by providing technical leadership and strategic direction that keeps operations running seamlessly. Youll oversee engineering personnel while serving as the escalation point for complex system issues abnormal operating conditions planned shutdowns and infrastructure risks. What sets JLL apart is our culture of collaboration locally and across the globe which youll experience firsthand as you work closely with Facilities Management Engineering leadership project teams vendors and client stakeholders to maintain operational continuity and drive consistent engineering standards across your assigned facilities.

What your day-to-day will look like:

Provide technical oversight for daily operation of critical mechanical electrical HVAC and controls systems while maintaining awareness of system capacity redundancy and operational risk

Serve as the senior technical escalation point for abnormal system conditions and equipment failures leading complex troubleshooting and providing direction during startups shutdowns load transfers and emergency response

Lead and mentor operating engineers plant technicians electricians and maintenance personnel by establishing work priorities providing technical coaching and reinforcing expectations for safety and operational discipline

Oversee preventive predictive and corrective maintenance programs by validating procedures reviewing equipment performance and system trends and ensuring maintenance activities are properly planned and risk-assessed

Champion safe work practices and ensure compliance with OSHA NFPA EPA and local requirements including proper application of Lockout/Tagout NFPA 70E electrical safety confined space protocols and hot work procedures

Review recurring equipment failures to support root-cause analysis identify equipment requiring lifecycle replacement or capital investment and drive continuous improvement initiatives

Ensure accurate documentation of maintenance activities within the CMMS and maintain appropriate SOPs MOPs EOPs and engineering procedures that support operational readiness

Required qualifications:

7 years of progressive facility engineering experience involving complex mechanical and electrical systems including HVAC central plants electrical distribution and emergency power

3 years of lead supervisory or senior engineering experience demonstrating ability to provide technical direction and develop engineering teams

Strong technical knowledge of commercial HVAC systems electrical distribution building automation systems central plant operations and emergency power infrastructure

Proven ability to lead complex troubleshooting efforts and serve effectively as a technical escalation point during critical system events

Solid understanding of MOP/SOP/EOP execution Lockout/Tagout procedures and electrical safety requirements including NFPA 70E compliance

Excellent communication skills with ability to collaborate across facilities management engineering leadership vendors and client stakeholders

Associates or Bachelors degree in Engineering HVAC Electrical Technology Facilities Management or related technical discipline

Experience supporting laboratories technology environments data centers healthcare facilities or other mission-critical operations where system reliability is paramount

Familiarity with CMMS platforms such as Corrigo and leveraging maintenance data to drive performance improvements

Experience participating in design reviews commissioning activities and infrastructure upgrade projects

Knowledge of energy efficiency initiatives and sustainability best practices applicable to critical facility operations

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

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If this job description resonates with you we encourage you to apply even if you dont meet all the requirements. Were interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:

JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental physical and emotional health. Some of these benefits include:

• 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

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