Lead Engineer

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Santa Clara (CA); Presencial; USD 79 000 - 115 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

401(k) plan with matching

Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision

Paid parental leave

Paid Time Off

Daily Pay

Resumo da oferta

Lead Engineer at Jones Lang LaSalle in Santa Clara, CA, leads 24/7 critical building operations and serves as primary technical point of contact during shift hours. You coordinate a team, respond to emergencies, and oversee maintenance of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire safety and BAS to ensure zero downtime.

The role requires strong leadership, deep building systems knowledge, and a focus on safety and reliability, with on-site hours Mon-Fri 7:00–15:30.

Qualificações

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 5+ years of facilities operations experience, especially in critical operations environments.
• EPA Universal CFC certification with building systems expertise.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues and lead during shift hours.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee maintenance and continuous operation of all critical building systems during shift.
• Monitor building automation systems and perform regular rounds to identify potential issues.
• Coordinate and lead shift work orders and planned maintenance procedures.
• Troubleshoot HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire/life safety, and BAS issues with minimal downtime.
• Document activities and priorities in CMMS and during shift handovers.
• Coordinate contractor activities and ensure safety procedures are followed.

Conhecimentos

Facilities operations

HVAC systems

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Customer service

Formação académica

High school diploma or equivalent

Ferramentas

CMMS

BAS

Microsoft Office

Descrição da oferta de emprego

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.

Lead Engineer- JLL

What this job involves: As a Lead Engineer at JLL, you'll serve as the cornerstone of our 24/7 critical building operations, overseeing the efficient, safe, and responsible operation of all building systems during your assigned shift. This role is essential to shaping a brighter way for our clients by ensuring continuous uptime of mission- critical systems with zero downtime tolerance. You'll be empowered to thrive as the primary technical point of contact during shift hours, leading and coordinating your engineering team while reporting to the Chief Engineer. We believe the most effective teams are built when everyone is empowered to thrive, and in this position, you'll do exactly that by coordinating work order responses, optimizing team performance, and making sound technical decisions under pressure to prevent operational downtime. Your technical expertise and decisive leadership will be vital in maintaining complex building systems, responding to emergencies, and ensuring seamless shift handovers that support our culture of collaboration locally and across the globe. This is an on-site position working first shift (7am-3:30pm, Monday through Friday) where your contributions directly impact the spaces where people work and the critical operations that keep our facilities running flawlessly.

What your day-to-day will look like

• Oversee maintenance and continuous operation of all critical building systems during your shift, serving as primary escalation point for technical issues and emergencies
• Monitor building automation systems (BAS) and critical equipment performance, conducting regular facility rounds and system checks to identify potential issues proactively
• Coordinate and lead work order responses during shift hours, ensuring timely resolution of issues while executing documented planned maintenance procedures
• Troubleshoot complex technical issues related to HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire/life safety, and building automation systems with minimal disruption to operations
• Lead shift communications by documenting all activities, open issues, and priorities in CMMS and shift handover logs for seamless 24/7 operational awareness
• Coordinate contractor activities during shift hours for technical and specialized work, tracking maintenance completion rates and identifying resource constraints
• Ensure all shift activities comply with safety procedures and regulatory requirements, conducting safety briefings and enforcing safe work practices across your team

Required qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 5+ years of related experience in facilities operations, especially in critical operations environments
• Universal CFC EPA certification with strong technical expertise in complex building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire/life safety, and building automation
• Proven ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues and serve as primary point of contact during shift hours with sound decision-making capabilities
• Previous lead, supervisory, or team coordination experience with demonstrated ability to work independently and manage emergency responses
• Strong customer service and communication skills with ability to explain technical issues clearly to non-technical stakeholders
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs, use ladders up to 30 feet tall, and frequently climb, bend, kneel, lift, and conduct facility rounds throughout shift

Preferred qualifications

• Trade school education, union training, military service, or college-level coursework in technical fields
• Additional technical certifications in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, or related building systems disciplines
• Working knowledge of CMMS systems for work order management and documentation, plus proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• Experience with 24/7 critical operations or shift-based facilities management in commercial or mission-critical environments
• Background in implementing maintenance procedures, schedules, and system improvement initiatives
• Familiarity with emergency response protocols and participation in on-call rotation systems

Schedule & Location

Schedule: M-F 7AM-3:30PM. Location: Santa Clara, CA.

Visa Sponsorship & Authorization

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

Compensation

Expected compensation for this position: 79,000.00 – 114,700.00 USD per year. Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.

Benefits

• 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

Company Culture & Values

At JLL, we harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to efficiently accelerate meaningful connections between candidates and opportunities. Using AI capabilities, we analyze your application for relevant skills, experiences, and qualifications to generate valuable insights about how your unique profile aligns with the specific requirements of the role you're pursuing.

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We help our people thrive, grow meaningful careers and find a place where they belong. Together, we strive to be exceptional and shape a better world. For over 200 years, JLL (NYSE: JLL), a leading global commercial real estate and investment management company, has helped clients buy, build, occupy, manage and invest in a variety of commercial, industrial, hotel, residential and retail properties. A Fortune 500® company with operations in over 80 countries around the world, our employees bring the power of a global platform combined with local expertise. Driven by our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world, we help our clients, people and communities SEE A BRIGHTER WAYSM. JLL is the brand name, and a registered trademark, of Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated. For further information, visit jll.com.