Critical Environment Facility Engineer

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Santa Clara, Northern (CA, KY); On-site; USD 97,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical, Dental & Vision

Paid parental leave

Paid time off

Daily Pay

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated in Santa Clara, CA is seeking a Critical Environment Facility Engineer to operate, maintain and troubleshoot mission-critical infrastructure in a 24/7 data center setting. You will manage HVAC, electrical, plumbing, BAS, and fire protection systems to maximize uptime and safety.

You will perform preventive and corrective maintenance, support change management and energy efficiency initiatives, and coordinate with contractors while keeping accurate maintenance

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience operating and maintaining commercial, industrial, semiconductor, healthcare, laboratory, or data center facilities.
• Demonstrated expertise in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, BAS, DDC, fire alarm, and fire suppression systems.
• Strong understanding of critical facility operations and maintenance best practices.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and controls drawings.
• Experience troubleshooting complex facility systems and equipment failures.
• Strong knowledge of safety regulations and safe work practices.
• Proficiency with CMMS systems such as Maximo.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot critical facility systems and infrastructure.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on HVAC, electrical, plumbing, controls, and fire protection systems.
• Respond to facility alarms, equipment failures, and emergencies with rapid restoration of services.
• Monitor building automation systems (BAS) and critical equipment performance.
• Support commissioning, testing, and startup activities for new equipment and upgrades.
• Participate in change management, LOTO, safety programs, and procedures.
• Coordinate with contractors, vendors, and service providers in critical environments.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, logs, permits, and compliance documentation.

Skills

HVAC systems

Electrical distribution

Plumbing systems

Building Automation Systems

Direct Digital Controls

Fire alarm systems

Fire suppression systems

CMMS (Maximo)

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CMMS Maximo

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.

Location: Mission Campus / Critical Environment Facilities
Schedule: 4 x 10-hour shifts (multiple day, swing, and night shift opportunities available)
Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

The Critical Environment Facility Engineer is responsible for the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and reliability of mission-critical facility infrastructure supporting data center and high-availability environments. This role requires broad technical expertise across mechanical, electrical, plumbing, controls, and fire protection systems to ensure maximum uptime, safety, and operational excellence. The successful candidate will perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance while supporting facility projects, change management activities, emergency response, and continuous improvement initiatives. Engineers will work independently and collaboratively with facility teams, vendors, and customers to maintain critical infrastructure in a 24/7 operational environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot critical facility systems and infrastructure.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on HVAC, electrical, plumbing, controls, and fire protection systems.
• Respond to facility alarms, equipment failures, and emergency situations while ensuring rapid restoration of services.
• Monitor building automation systems (BAS), control systems, and critical equipment performance.
• Support commissioning, testing, and startup activities for new equipment and facility upgrades.
• Participate in change management, lockout/tagout (LOTO), safety programs, and operational procedures.
• Coordinate with contractors, vendors, and service providers performing work within critical environments.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, logs, permits, and compliance documentation.
• Identify reliability risks and recommend corrective actions to improve system performance and uptime.
• Participate in on-call and emergency response rotations as required.
• Conduct routine facility inspections and equipment rounds.
• Assist with energy management, sustainability initiatives, and operational efficiency programs.
• Support root cause investigations following equipment failures or operational incidents.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience operating and maintaining commercial, industrial, semiconductor, healthcare, laboratory, or data center facilities.
• Demonstrated expertise in multiple facility disciplines, including: HVAC systems; Electrical distribution systems; Plumbing systems; Building Automation Systems (BAS); Direct Digital Controls (DDC); Fire alarm systems; Fire suppression systems.
• Strong understanding of critical facility operations and maintenance best practices.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and controls drawings.
• Experience troubleshooting complex facility systems and equipment failures.
• Strong knowledge of safety regulations and safe work practices.
• Proficiency with CMMS systems such as Maximo or equivalent.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of a Stationary Engineer Apprenticeship Program.
• State-issued Stationary Engineer License (where applicable).
• Fire Pump Testing and Inspection Certification.
• Experience in semiconductor, mission-critical, or data center environments.
• NFPA and fire protection systems knowledge.
• Experience with VFDs, UPS systems, generators, switchgear, and critical cooling systems.
• Mechanical or Electrical Trade Certification.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.
• Knowledge of energy management and facility optimization practices.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk, climb ladders, work at heights, and access mechanical spaces.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to perform extended periods of standing, walking, and equipment inspections.
• Ability to work in indoor and outdoor environments under varying conditions.

What Success Looks Like

• Maintains safe and reliable operations of critical facility infrastructure.
• Minimizes equipment downtime through proactive maintenance and rapid troubleshooting.
• Demonstrates strong technical competency across mechanical, electrical, plumbing, controls, and fire protection systems.
• Supports a culture of safety, operational discipline, and continuous improvement.
• Contributes to achieving facility uptime, compliance, and customer service objectives.

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

Estimated compensation for this position: 97,000.00 – 125,000.00 USD per year. This range is an estimate and actual compensation may differ. Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.

Location: On-site –Santa Clara, CA

Personal 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

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