Data Center Operations Lead: Assistant Chief Engineer

Jones Lang LaSalle, Inc.; Indiana; On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with matching

Medical, Dental & Vision care

Paid parental leave

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Daily Pay for early access to wages

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Chief Engineer for Data Center Facilities in LaGrange, GA.

You will assist the Chief Engineer in running mission-critical data center operations, supervise engineers and technicians, and optimize power, cooling, and network systems to maintain reliability and efficiency. Role requires strong leadership, 5+ years in data center operations, and familiarity with industry standards like ASHRAE and Uptime Institute.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in data center operations and management.
• Strong knowledge of data center infrastructure, including power distribution, cooling systems, and network architecture.
• Familiarity with industry standards and best practices (e.g., ASHRAE, TIA, Uptime Institute).
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Proficiency in using facility management software and building automation systems.
• Valid certification in at least one relevant area (e.g., CDCP, DCPRO, or equivalent).
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the management and coordination of data center facility operations and maintenance activities.
• Supervising and mentoring technical staff, including engineers, technicians, and contractors.
• Monitoring and analyzing critical systems performance, including power, cooling, and network infrastructure.
• Developing and implementing preventive maintenance schedules and procedures.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with safety, security, and regulatory requirements.
• Participating in capacity planning and infrastructure upgrade projects.
• Responding to and managing critical incidents and emergency situations.
• Preparing technical reports, documentation, and presentations for management and clients.
• Be the first point of contact for service impacting events involving the electrical distribution system.
• Assist the team in troubleshooting and mitigating incidents.
• Assist in the creation of root cause analysis (RCAs).
• Be available for after-hours support regarding the electrical distribution systems.
• This includes 24x7 responses.

Skills

Data center operations

Power distribution

Cooling systems

Network architecture

Leadership

Team management

Facility management software

Building automation systems

Problem solving

Education

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

Facility management software

Building automation systems

Job description

Jones Lang LaSalle, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Chief Engineer for Data Center Facilities in LaGrange, GA.

You will assist the Chief Engineer in running mission-critical data center operations, supervise engineers and technicians, and optimize power, cooling, and network systems to maintain reliability and efficiency. Role requires strong leadership, 5+ years in data center operations, and familiarity with industry standards like ASHRAE and Uptime Institute.