Onsite Lead Engineer — Critical Facilities & Operations

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Charlotte, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical, Dental & Vision

Paid parental leave

Paid time off

Daily pay

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Lead Operating Engineer to manage operations and maintenance for critical building systems. You will lead a high‑performing engineering team, oversee preventive and corrective maintenance, and ensure infrastructure availability and client satisfaction.

The role requires extensive experience with mechanical, electrical, fire safety, and building management systems, strong leadership, and the ability to respond to emergencies.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience with critical building systems including mechanical, electrical, fire safety, and BMS.
• Strong background in raised floor critical operating environments and best practices.
• Proven leadership experience managing engineering teams and coordinating with contractors.
• Knowledge of preventative maintenance programs and work order management systems.
• Understanding regulatory compliance requirements for critical facilities.
• Ability to respond effectively to emergency situations and provide technical consultation.

Responsibilities

• Lead operations and maintenance on assigned shift, monitoring performance and directing service requests with minimal disruption to building operations.
• Operate and monitor critical system equipment including HVAC, UPS systems, generators, chillers, and building management systems.
• Provide technical training and support to shift engineers and maintenance technicians while fostering team development.
• Implement and oversee preventative maintenance programs, including scheduling, task delegation, and parts ordering.
• Process work orders for preventative and corrective maintenance, consulting with staff to identify materials and complete documentation.
• Respond immediately to operational emergencies and system failures, providing real-time technical guidance and problem resolution.

Skills

Leadership

Critical systems knowledge

Emergency response

Energy management

Regulatory compliance

Tools

BMS (Building Management Systems)

Work order management

Job description

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Lead Operating Engineer to manage operations and maintenance for critical building systems. You will lead a high‑performing engineering team, oversee preventive and corrective maintenance, and ensure infrastructure availability and client satisfaction.

The role requires extensive experience with mechanical, electrical, fire safety, and building management systems, strong leadership, and the ability to respond to emergencies.