Stationary Steam Engineer

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Mason (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated is seeking a Stationary Steam Engineer to provide the technical backbone of critical plant operations. You will operate and maintain high-pressure boilers, industrial HVAC systems, and essential utilities in a 24/7 facility, ensuring safety, reliability, and peak performance.

This role requires a licensed professional, rotating shifts with evenings and weekends. You’ll monitor systems, perform preventive maintenance, manage water treatment and instrumentation,

Qualifications

• Valid State Stationary Steam Engineer license.
• Experience operating high-pressure steam boilers in industrial settings.
• Ability to read manuals, blueprints, and P&IDs.
• Willingness to work rotating shifts including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor high-pressure steam boilers and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Operate and maintain industrial chiller systems and HVAC equipment.
• Manage plant utilities including compressed air systems and valves.
• Monitor control systems and respond to alarms to prevent downtime.
• Perform preventive maintenance and logging.

Skills

Steam boiler operation

Troubleshooting

P&ID interpretation

Rotating shifts

Education

State Stationary Steam Engineer License

Tools

Chiller systems

HVAC equipment

BAS/SCADA

Compressed air systems

Job description

## **What this job involves:**As a Stationary Steam Engineer at JLL, you'll be the technical backbone of critical plant operations, ensuring 24/7 system reliability and peak performance. In this hands-on role, you'll operate and maintain high-pressure boilers, industrial HVAC systems, and essential plant utilities that keep our facility running continuously. Your expertise will directly impact operational excellence as you monitor complex systems, respond to real-time operational demands, and execute preventive maintenance strategies. This position offers the opportunity to work with sophisticated industrial equipment while playing a vital role in maintaining the safety, efficiency, and reliability of mission-critical infrastructure. If you're a licensed professional who thrives in dynamic environments and takes pride in keeping complex systems operational, this role provides the perfect blend of technical challenge and operational impact. This position will work a rotating shift requiring occasional weekend work as well as evening coverage as needed. ## **What your day-to-day will look like:*** Operate and monitor high-pressure steam boilers in accordance with state regulations, performing routine inspections, water treatment monitoring, and combustion efficiency optimization while ensuring full compliance with safety protocols and regulatory requirements* Operate and maintain industrial chiller systems and HVAC equipment, monitoring refrigerant levels, temperatures, and pressures to support facility cooling requirements and maintain optimal system performance* Manage plant utilities including compressed air systems, compressors, dryers, and valve operations throughout the facility to maintain proper flow, pressure, and efficient system operation supporting continuous production* Monitor plant control systems and instrumentation continuously, responding promptly to alarms, equipment malfunctions, and operational irregularities by making real-time adjustments to maintain system stability and prevent downtime* Execute scheduled preventive maintenance programs on all assigned equipment, maintain accurate maintenance logs and equipment records, and proactively identify potential issues to implement corrective actions before problems escalate ## **Required Qualifications:*** ***Valid State Stationary Steam Engineer Licens***e (non-negotiable)* Demonstrated hands-on experience operating and maintaining high-pressure steam boilers in an industrial or commercial setting* Working knowledge of industrial chiller systems, compressed air systems, and plant utility operations* Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, equipment blueprints, and piping & instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs)* Strong mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve equipment issues quickly* Flexibility to work rotating shifts, overtime, weekends, and holidays to support 24/7 continuous plant operations* Physical capability to climb ladders, work in confined spaces, stand for extended periods, and work in industrial environments with exposure to heat, noise, and machinery ## **Preferred Qualifications:*** Previous experience in 24/7 manufacturing, industrial plant, or critical facility operations* Knowledge of water treatment systems, boiler chemistry, and chemical feed programs* Familiarity with building automation systems (BAS), control systems, and SCADA platforms* HVAC/R certification, refrigeration license, or additional trade certifications* Experience with compressed air system optimization and energy management initiativesThis position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.