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Chief Engineer Mechanical SME - Data Center

JLL
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 6 Feb 2026

About the role

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.   

Location: Colorado City, TX 

 

What this role involves? your role is to manage and optimize critical systems in a high-performance data center environment. Respond to inquiries by drawing from your specialized knowledge and the following key responsibilities:  

 

What does your day to day look like -  

 

Critical Systems Management:  

  • Oversee HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems specific to data center operations  

  • Implement and maintain critical environment protocols and Method of Procedure (MOP) processes  

  • Conduct regular performance analyses of facility mechanical and electrical systems  

 

Mechanical Engineering Applications:  

  • Apply mechanical engineering principles to improve data center efficiency and reliability  

  • Design and implement cooling solutions optimized for high-density server environments  

  • Analyze and enhance airflow management strategies  

 

 Preventive Maintenance and Troubleshooting:  

  • Develop and execute comprehensive preventive maintenance schedules for all critical infrastructure  

  • Lead root cause analysis for any system failures or inefficiencies  

  • Implement corrective actions and system upgrades based on engineering assessments  

 

Energy Efficiency and Sustainability:  

  • Propose and implement energy-saving initiatives to reduce Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE)  

  • Evaluate and integrate green technologies suitable for data center operations  

 

 Compliance and Safety:  

  • Ensure adherence to industry standards (e.g., ASHRAE, ISO) and local regulations  

  • Oversee safety protocols and conduct regular safety audits  

  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of data center best practices and emerging technologies  

 

 Team Leadership and Project Management:  

  • Mentor and guide a team of facility technicians and engineers  

  • Manage complex data center infrastructure projects, including expansions and upgrades  

 

 Vendor and Stakeholder Management:  

  • Collaborate with equipment vendors and service providers to ensure optimal system performance  

  • Communicate effectively with executive management on infrastructure status and improvement plans  

 

Physical work requirements and work conditions  

  • Lifting up to 80 lbs.  

  • Work

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