Assistant Chief Engineer

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Round Rock, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical, Dental & Vision Care

Paid parental leave

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Daily Pay - early wage access

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated (JLL) is seeking an Assistant Chief Engineer to lead the engineering team and oversee operations and maintenance for client facilities in Round Rock, TX. You will supervise staff, manage preventive maintenance, and coordinate with vendors to ensure high system reliability.

The role focuses on troubleshooting complex HVAC and electrical systems, implementing safety practices, and maintaining building automation platforms to optimize occupant comfort and efficiency

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on building engineering or facilities maintenance experience.
• Universal CFC (EPA) certification.
• Ability to read blueprints, single line diagrams, specifications, O&M manuals, and sequence of operations.
• Excellent communication skills including proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and CMMS.
• Valid clean driver's license and ability to pass DMV background check for operating site vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and provide technical guidance to engineering staff on mechanical systems, electrical systems, control systems, life safety systems, and safety procedures
• Perform hands-on maintenance and repairs on HVAC equipment including chillers, boilers, pumps, cooling towers, air handlers, and air distribution systems
• Conduct comprehensive building system inspections covering fire alarm panels, HVAC equipment, and plumbing systems to ensure optimal performance and compliance
• Monitor and troubleshoot building automation systems (BMS/EMS) for equipment operations, identifying issues and implementing corrective actions
• Manage preventive maintenance assignments through the CMMS system (Corrigo), ensuring timely completion and accurate documentation of all work
• Respond to emergency situations on-site and coordinate repairs to critical systems including electrical distribution, emergency power, and life safety equipment
• Perform daily rounds and readings of plant equipment, data center systems, generators, and mechanical/electrical rooms while maintaining detailed maintenance records

Skills

Reading blueprints & schematics

Troubleshooting & repair

Technical leadership

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Universal CFC (EPA) certification

Electrical, HVAC, Plumbing, or PE license (preferred)

Tools

Corrigo CMMS

BMS/EMS systems

MS Office

Job description

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.

Assistant Chief Engineer-JLL

What this job involves:

As an Assistant Chief Engineer at JLL, you'll serve as a key technical leader working directly under the Chief Engineer to supervise the Engineering Department and manage all operations and maintenance activities for our client's facilities. This role places you at the heart of building operations, where you'll provide joint oversight of engineering staff while managing preventive maintenance programs, repairs, and vendor relationships for critical building systems and equipment. We believe the most effective teams are built when everyone is empowered to thrive, and in this position, you'll mentor technicians, troubleshoot complex mechanical and electrical systems, and ensure seamless facility operations that meet client expectations and industry best practices. What sets JLL apart is our culture of collaboration, and you'll work closely with cross‑functional teams to maintain heating, cooling, electrical distribution, life safety systems, and building automation platforms across the property portfolio. Your technical expertise and leadership will directly impact occupant comfort, operational efficiency, and the overall success of our client partnership while advancing your career in facilities engineering.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Supervise and provide technical guidance to engineering staff on mechanical systems, electrical systems, control systems, life safety systems, and safety procedures
• Perform hands‑on maintenance and repairs on HVAC equipment including chillers, boilers, pumps, cooling towers, air handlers, and air distribution systems
• Conduct comprehensive building system inspections covering fire alarm panels, HVAC equipment, and plumbing systems to ensure optimal performance and compliance
• Monitor and troubleshoot building automation systems (BMS/EMS) for equipment operations, identifying issues and implementing corrective actions
• Manage preventive maintenance assignments through the CMMS system (Corrigo), ensuring timely completion and accurate documentation of all work
• Respond to emergency situations on‑site and coordinate repairs to critical systems including electrical distribution, emergency power, and life safety equipment
• Perform daily rounds and readings of plant equipment, data center systems, generators, and mechanical/electrical rooms while maintaining detailed maintenance records

Required qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED
• 5+ years of hands‑on building engineering or facilities maintenance experience
• Universal CFC (EPA) certification
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, single line diagrams, specifications, O&M manuals, and sequence of operations
• Strong technical knowledge of HVAC systems, electrical distribution, plumbing systems, and building automation platforms
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex building systems, isolate root causes, and perform effective repairs
• Excellent communication skills including proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and computerized maintenance management systems
• Valid clean driver's license and ability to pass DMV background check for operating site vehicles

Preferred qualifications:

• Electrical, HVAC, Plumbing or Professional Engineering license
• Experience with critical data center infrastructure and emergency power systems
• Background in Class A commercial office buildings or corporate campus environments
• Familiarity with LOTO procedures, ladder safety protocols, and OSHA safety compliance requirements
• Proven supervisory experience leading and developing technical teams

Schedule:

M-F 7:00AM-3:30PM

Location:

Round Rock, TX

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

On-site - Round Rock, TX

Personalized benefits that support personal well‑being and growth:

• 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

At JLL, we harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to efficiently accelerate meaningful connections between candidates and opportunities. Using AI capabilities, we analyze your application for relevant skills, experiences, and qualifications to generate valuable insights about how your unique profile aligns with the specific requirements of the role you’re pursuing.

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At JLL, we give you the opportunity, knowledge and tools to own your success, because we value what makes each of us unique. We help our people thrive, grow meaningful careers and find a place where they belong. Together, we strive to be exceptional and shape a better world. For over 200 years, JLL (NYSE: JLL), a leading global commercial real estate and investment management company, has helped clients buy, build, occupy, manage and invest in a variety of commercial, industrial, hotel, residential and retail properties. A Fortune 500® company with operations in over 80 countries around the world, our employees bring the power of a global platform combined with local expertise. Driven by our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world, we help our clients, people and communities SEE A BRIGHTER WAYSM. JLL is the brand name, and a registered trademark, of Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated. For further information, visit jll.com.