Lead Engineer (Night) – Critical Environments

JLL; Colorado City (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

JLL in Texas is seeking a Lead Engineer - Critical Environments for night shift, supervising maintenance staff and ensuring 100% uptime of base building and critical systems. You will supervise on-site operations, coordinate preventative maintenance, and manage safety protocols.

The role requires hands-on data center experience, an operating engineers license, and strong team leadership. Join a growing hub for data center infrastructure where your expertise helps sustain mission-critical

Qualifications

• Experience in data center/critical facility operations including UPS systems, emergency generators, and switchgear.
• 5+ years related work experience with supervisory responsibilities.
• Operating Engineers license (SMA) or equivalent.
• Universal EPA 608 certification (preferred, within 90 days).
• Trained in NFPA70E (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct maintenance staff while overseeing all building systems operations including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire/life safety, and emergency backup systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance scheduling, equipment troubleshooting, and coordinate contracted work to minimize disruption.
• Train maintenance team in procedures, safety protocols, and equipment operation.
• Manage inventory of tools and supplies, prepare purchase orders, and maintain engineering logs and documentation.
• Monitor equipment performance, diagnose problems, and implement corrective actions to achieve uptime goals.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols for hazardous materials and emergency processes.
• Assist Chief Engineer with KPI implementation while overseeing contractor activities and protecting asset value.
• Perform additional job duties as required.

Job description

We support your move! Relocating to a new community is a big step, and we don't want you to take it alone. JLL provides financial relocation assistance to eligible candidates moving to Mitchell County – TX (subject to company terms) and we go well beyond the check. We encourage you to explore living opportunities in Mitchell County – TX, understand what's available, and so move quickly when the right opportunity comes up.

We support your move! Relocating to a new community is a big step, and we don't want you to take it alone. JLL provides financial relocation assistance to eligible candidates moving to Mitchell County – TX (subject to company terms) and we go well beyond the check. We encourage you to explore living opportunities in Mitchell County – TX, understand what's available, and so move quickly when the right opportunity comes up. Our team is here to help you get oriented: whether that means answering questions about the community, pointing you toward nearby services in the surrounding region, or simply being a resource as you get settled. Colorado City is a growing hub for cutting-edge data center infrastructure, and the people who move here to be part of that growth find a genuine sense of community and purpose. You bring the talent. We'll help you find your place.

What This Job Involves –

The Lead Engineer - Critical Environments supervises and directs operating engineers in installation, repair, and maintenance of all base building and critical system machinery and equipment. Responsible for supervising the operating team on their shift. Assumes the Chief Engineers responsibilities if the Chief Engineer is not on site.

Shift

Night shift

What is your day to day?

• Supervise and direct maintenance staff while overseeing all building systems operations including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire/life safety, and emergency backup systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance scheduling, equipment troubleshooting, and coordinate contracted work to ensure minimal disruption to building services.
• Train maintenance team members in proper procedures, safety protocols, and equipment operation to expand their capabilities and maintain professional standards.
• Manage inventory of tools and supplies, prepare purchase orders, and maintain accurate engineering logs and documentation.
• Monitor equipment performance, analyze system operations, diagnose problems, and implement corrective actions to achieve 100% uptime goals.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols for hazardous materials, Critical Facility Work Authorization processes, and emergency escalation procedures.
• Assist Chief Engineer with KPI implementation while overseeing contractor activities and protecting client asset value.
• Perform additional job duties as required.

Required Qualifications

• Must have hands-on experience in a data center/critical facility, including UPS Systems, emergency generators, and switch-gear
• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• 5+ years related work experience, including supervisory experience
• Operating Engineers license (SMA) or equivalent
• Certification as a Universal Technician for CFC’s (or within 90 days of employment)

Preferred Qualifications

• Corrigo, MCIM / Salesforce, Zendesk or Service Now Experience.
• Universal EPA 608 certification
• Trained in NFPA70E

Physical Work Abilities & Requirements:

This position requires frequent walking, climbing, bending, kneeling, lifting, stooping, and working/extending overhead, including:

• Walking large, campus-like settings.
• Lifting a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Climbing stairs and navigating rooftops to access equipment.
• Using ladders up to 30 ft and working from heights.
• Ability to Climb a ladder with a 300-lb weight limit.
• Must be able to work different schedules.
• Must be able to work Holidays.
• Must be able to respond to site emergencies.

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