Chief Engineer Critical Environment

JLL; Wilson (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

JLL seeks an experienced Chief Engineer to lead the engineering operations at the Truist Data Center in Wilson, NC. This role drives safe, reliable, and efficient operation of critical facility infrastructure, overseeing a team of engineers and contractors to maintain 100% uptime in a mission-critical environment.

The ideal candidate has hands-on expertise in UPS, generators, switchgear, HVAC and building automation, plus strong leadership, safety culture, and maintenance planning skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required and related supervisory experience preferred.
• Minimum 5 years in critical facilities, data centers, or mission-critical environments.
• Hands-on experience with UPS, emergency generators, electrical switchgear and critical power infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily leadership to the engineering team and manage schedules to ensure safe, efficient operations.
• Oversee continuous operation of data center infrastructure including power, cooling, water, fire safety and controls.
• Lead preventive and predictive maintenance programs and reliability improvements.
• Manage contractors, vendors, and service agreements ensuring site safety and compliance.
• Ensure compliance with all company, client, and regulatory requirements and maintain documentation and reporting.

Skills

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Troubleshooting

Maintenance planning

MS Office

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Corrigo

Maximo

EPA 608 Certification

NFPA 70E training

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.

Chief Engineer - Critical Facilities

Truist Data Center | Wilson, NC

Managed by JLL

JLL is seeking an experienced Chief Engineer to lead engineering operations at the Truist Data Center in Wilson, NC . This leadership role is responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of critical facility infrastructure, ensuring maximum uptime and performance of all building systems. The Chief Engineer will oversee a team of operating engineers, contractors, and service providers while maintaining industry-leading standards for safety, compliance, maintenance, and operational excellence.

This position is ideal for a proven data center or critical facilities professional with strong technical expertise in power distribution, UPS systems, backup generation, HVAC, and mission-critical operations.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Management

• Provide daily leadership, supervision, and direction to the engineering team.
• Plan, assign, and monitor work activities to ensure operational objectives are achieved safely and efficiently.
• Develop team capabilities through mentoring, coaching, and technical training.
• Promote professionalism, accountability, and a strong safety culture.
• Support employee development through training programs, certifications, and ongoing performance management.

Critical Facility Operations

• Ensure continuous operation and reliability of all critical infrastructure systems, including: UPS systems Emergency generators Switchgear and electrical distribution systems PDU and power monitoring systems HVAC and environmental control systems Chilled water systems Plumbing and water systems Fire and life safety systems Building automation and controls systems
• Monitor system performance and respond to operational issues, alarms, and emergencies.
• Diagnose equipment failures and direct corrective actions to restore operations quickly and safely.
• Maintain and support a 100% uptime-focused environment.

Maintenance & Reliability

• Lead the preventive and predictive maintenance program for all facility equipment.
• Schedule maintenance activities to minimize impact on data center operations.
• Review equipment performance trends and implement reliability improvements.
• Manage spare parts inventory, maintenance tools, and critical equipment stock.
• Coordinate repair activities and replacement projects as required.

Contractor & Vendor Management

• Oversee contractors and third‑party service providers performing work within the facility.
• Ensure all work is completed safely and complies with site requirements.
• Manage equipment warranties, vendor service agreements, and maintenance contracts.
• Verify contractors understand critical facility requirements before beginning work.

Compliance, Safety & Procedures

• Ensure strict compliance with all company, client, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain adherence to: Critical Facility Work Authorization (CWA) procedures Critical Awareness Processes Technical Bulletins Engineering standards and guidelines Emergency response and escalation procedures
• Maintain proper storage, handling, and disposal practices for hazardous materials.
• Conduct safety audits and enforce safe work practices.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain engineering logs, equipment records, inspections, and operational reports.
• Track maintenance metrics, KPIs, and system performance indicators.
• Provide regular operational updates to leadership and the client.
• Maintain accurate equipment documentation, drawings, and manuals.

Qualifications

Required Experience & Education

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in critical facilities, data centers, or mission‑critical environments.
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience managing engineering teams.
• Hands‑on experience with: UPS systems Emergency generators Electrical switchgear Critical power infrastructure Mechanical and HVAC systems

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of electrical and mechanical systems within mission‑critical environments.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex facility and infrastructure issues.
• Experience with maintenance planning and reliability programs.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Critical Environment, or Data center operations experience.
• Corrigo experience.
• Maximo
• EPA 608 Certification.
• NFPA 70E training.
• Experience managing c