Senior Data Center Chief Engineer: 24/7 Operations Leader

JLL; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

JLL is seeking a Data Center Chief Engineer to lead a 24x7 team of operating engineers, ensuring reliable facility performance for a financial services client in Richardson, TX. The role reports to the Data Center Facility Operations Manager and collaborates with the client’s Facility Management team.

The ideal candidate has extensive data center leadership experience, strong knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems, and a track record of delivering safe, compliant, and cost-efficient

Qualifications

• 15+ years of relevant work experience in critical Data Centers.
• 3+ years in a senior supervisory role within a critical Data Center.
• Associates or Bachelor’s degree in applicable engineering field desirable.
• Experience leading a 24x7 data center operations team.
• Strong knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems in data centers.

Responsibilities

• Continuous assessment of facility infrastructure to avoid unplanned outages.
• Adhere to a Critical Environment Management program and maintain compliance docs.
• Lead and manage a 24x7 operating engineers team; coordinate with IT and facilities teams.
• Recruit, mentor, and develop staff; assign tasks based on capabilities.
• Maintain annual PM schedules and manage third-party vendors and work orders.
• Contribute to CAPEX planning and operate the facility within budget (OPEX).
• Ensure safe work conditions, PPE usage, and safety training.

Skills

Leadership

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Data Center operations

Documentation & compliance

Vendor management

Staff development

Safety procedures

Blueprint reading

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Corrigo

Salesforce

Remedy

Job description

JLL is seeking a Data Center Chief Engineer to lead a 24x7 team of operating engineers, ensuring reliable facility performance for a financial services client in Richardson, TX. The role reports to the Data Center Facility Operations Manager and collaborates with the client’s Facility Management team.

The ideal candidate has extensive data center leadership experience, strong knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems, and a track record of delivering safe, compliant, and cost-efficient