Mechanical SME
Listed on 2026-09-08
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Engineering
Mechanical Engineer, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
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MechanicalSME,Data Centers
As a Mechanical Subject Matter Expert (SME) at JLL, you will serve as the technical authority and strategic advisor for complex mechanical systems acrossa large hyperscale data center. This specialized role demands deepexpertisein HVAC design, mechanical system optimization, and advanced building technologies while providing consultative support to engineering teams, clients, and project stakeholders. You will lead technical assessments, drive innovation initiatives, andestablishbest practices that enhance system performance, energy efficiency, and operational reliability across multiple facility types.
Whatyour day-to-day will look like:
Critical Systems Management:
- Oversee HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems specific to data center operations
- Implement andmaintaincritical environment protocols and Method of Procedure (MOP) processes
- Conduct regular performance analyses of facility mechanical and electrical systems
- Apply mechanical engineering principles to improve data center efficiency and reliability
- Design and implement cooling solutionsoptimizedfor high-density server environments
- Analyze and enhance airflow management strategies
- 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
- Be the first point of contact for service impacting events involving the mechanical plant.
- Assistthe team in troubleshooting andmitigating incidents.
- Assistin the creation of root cause analysis (RCAs).
- Be available for after-hourssupportregardingthe mechanical plant.
- This includes
24x7response.
- Propose and implement energy-saving initiatives to reduce Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE)
- Evaluate and integrate green technologies suitable for data center operations
- 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
- Mentor and guide a team of facility technicians and engineers
- Manage complex data center infrastructure projects, including expansions and upgrades
- Collaborate with equipment vendors and service providers to ensureoptimalsystem performance
- Communicate effectively with executive management on infrastructure status and improvement plans
- Lifting upto 80 lbs.
- Working from heights.
- Frequently climbing, bending, lifting, kneeling, stooping, and working/extending overhead.
- Working in adverse conditions (i.e., extreme cold, extreme hot).
- Driving forlong periodsof time.
- Climbing a ladder with a 300lbweight limit while carrying a tool bag weighing approximately 20 lbs.
- Climbing a ladder up to 30 feet.
- Must be available for Call-in work and perform other duties as required.
- Required:
- 4+ years of technical experience in building engineering with a strong background in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and production equipment repair and maintenance
- Experience working in Data Centers/Raised Floor Environment
- Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
- Universal EPA 608 Certification
- CRAC (Liebert) maintenance and repair experience
- Licenses as required by authority havingjurisdiction
- Working knowledge of…
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