Chief Engineer, Critical Data Center Operations

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Wilson (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated leads critical facility operations at the Truist Data Center in Wilson, NC. The Chief Engineer will manage an engineering team, oversee maintenance, and ensure 100% uptime of critical infrastructure including UPS, generators, switchgear, HVAC, and building automation.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in data centers or mission-critical environments, hands-on experience with power and environmental systems, and a strong safety culture.

Qualifications

• Leadership and team oversight in critical facilities or data centers.
• Strong troubleshooting of power, HVAC, and life-safety systems.
• Effective communication with clients, vendors, and staff.
• Experience with maintenance planning and reliability programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily leadership and supervise engineering team.
• Plan, assign and monitor work to achieve safe, efficient operations.
• Diagnose equipment failures and direct corrective actions to restore operations quickly.
• Oversee contractors and service providers ensuring safety and compliance.
• Maintain compliance with safety and regulatory procedures and document activities.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Maintenance planning

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Maximo

Corrigo

EPA 608 Certification

NFPA 70E training

Job description

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated leads critical facility operations at the Truist Data Center in Wilson, NC. The Chief Engineer will manage an engineering team, oversee maintenance, and ensure 100% uptime of critical infrastructure including UPS, generators, switchgear, HVAC, and building automation.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in data centers or mission-critical environments, hands-on experience with power and environmental systems, and a strong safety culture.