Data Center Mechanical SME - Reliability & Efficiency

Jones Lang LaSalle, Inc.; Colorado City (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with matching company +

Medical, Dental & Vision

Paid parental leave

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Daily Pay

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle, Inc. is seeking a Data Center Mechanical Engineer (SME) in Colorado City, TX to manage and optimize critical HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems within a high-performance data center environment.

The role requires 4+ years of building engineering experience in data center/Raised Floor environments, EPA 608 certification, and hands-on CRAC maintenance. You will lead maintenance programs, drive efficiency improvements, and mentor a team of technicians while coordinating with

Qualifications

• 4+ years of technical experience in building engineering with HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and production equipment repair and maintenance
• Experience working in Data Centers/Raised Floor Environment
• Universal EPA 608 Certification
• CRAC (Liebert) maintenance and repair experience
• Licenses as required by authority having jurisdiction
• 2 years of trades school or documented apprenticeship in relevant craft skills
• Strong working knowledge of air-cooled chillers

Responsibilities

• Oversee HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems specific to data center operations
• Implement and maintain critical environment protocols and Method of Procedure (MOP) processes
• Conduct regular performance analyses of facility mechanical and electrical systems
• Apply mechanical engineering principles to improve data center efficiency and reliability
• Design and implement cooling solutions optimized for high-density server environments
• Analyze and enhance airflow management strategies
• Develop and execute comprehensive preventive maintenance schedules for all critical infrastructure
• Lead root cause analysis for any system failures or inefficiencies
• Implement corrective actions and system upgrades based on engineering assessments
• Propose and implement energy-saving initiatives to reduce Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE)
• Evaluate and integrate green technologies suitable for data center operations
• Ensure adherence to industry standards (e.g., ASHRAE, ISO) and local regulations
• Oversee safety protocols and conduct regular safety audits
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of data center best practices and emerging technologies
• Mentor and guide a team of facility technicians and engineers
• Manage complex data center infrastructure projects, including expansions and upgrades
• Collaborate with equipment vendors and service providers to ensure optimal system performance
• Communicate effectively with executive management on infrastructure status and improvement plans

Job description

Jones Lang LaSalle, Inc. is seeking a Data Center Mechanical Engineer (SME) in Colorado City, TX to manage and optimize critical HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems within a high-performance data center environment.

The role requires 4+ years of building engineering experience in data center/Raised Floor environments, EPA 608 certification, and hands-on CRAC maintenance. You will lead maintenance programs, drive efficiency improvements, and mentor a team of technicians while coordinating with