Data Center Operations Engineer - Uptime & Power Systems

JLL; Totowa (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

JLL is seeking a Data Center Engineer to maintain, monitor, and optimize critical data center infrastructure, ensuring maximum uptime and efficiency. You will work hands-on with power distribution, cooling, fire suppression, security, and building automation systems.

Responsibilities include monitoring UPS, generators, PDUs, CRAC/CRAH units, chillers, and related equipment; performing preventive maintenance; responding to alarms; and coordinating with vendors to execute upgrades and changes.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
• 3-5 years in data center operations or related facilities management.
• Hands-on experience with mission-critical electrical and mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain critical data center infrastructure including UPS, generators, PDUs, CRAC/CRAH, chillers.
• Perform preventive maintenance and inspections according to schedules.
• Respond to alarms, troubleshoot issues, and restore service promptly.
• Maintain logs of maintenance activities, equipment performance, and incidents.
• Coordinate with vendors during installations, repairs, and commissioning.

Skills

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

BMS monitoring

DCIM platforms

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Communication

Education

Associate's degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

BMS platforms

DCIM platforms

Electrical schematics

Job description

JLL is seeking a Data Center Engineer to maintain, monitor, and optimize critical data center infrastructure, ensuring maximum uptime and efficiency. You will work hands-on with power distribution, cooling, fire suppression, security, and building automation systems.

Responsibilities include monitoring UPS, generators, PDUs, CRAC/CRAH units, chillers, and related equipment; performing preventive maintenance; responding to alarms; and coordinating with vendors to execute upgrades and changes.