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Critical Chief Engineer

JLL

Charlotte, NCFull-timePosted 5 days agoStill listed today

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Compensation
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Location
Charlotte, NC
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

JLL seeks a Critical Chief Engineer to oversee critical building systems and maintenance programs in an on-site role in Charlotte. The engineer analyzes system issues, coordinates preventive maintenance and vendors, develops operating procedures, manages change control and incident reporting, and supports critical-site processes and budgets. Candidates need substantial trade and critical-environment experience, strong electrical or mechanical expertise, and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Critical Systems Analysis, nice to havePreventive Maintenance, nice to haveCritical Environment Procedures, nice to haveChange Management, nice to haveElectrical Systems, requiredMechanical Systems, requiredMicrosoft Word, requiredMicrosoft Excel, requiredMicrosoft PowerPoint, requiredMicrosoft Visio, requiredInterpersonal Skills, nice to haveVerbal Communication, nice to haveWritten Communication, nice to haveReliability, requiredDeadline Management, requiredAttention to Detail, nice to haveOrganization, required

Qualifications

Electrical, Mechanical, or Controls Trade Background, nice to have10+ Years Electrician Trade or Related Experience, nice to have10+ Years HVAC or Refrigeration Trade Experience, nice to have4+ Years Critical Environments Experience, nice to have

Benefits

401(k) Match
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Parental Leave
Paid Time Off

Full job description

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.

Job Description Principal Duties and Responsibilities

Task will include but not be limited to:

  • Analyze the operation of various critical systems, determine the cause of any problems/malfunctions and take corrective action as required.
  • Maintain a full Critical Environments Maintenance Program. This will include self-performance of a number of preventive maintenance tasks on base building and critical system equipment as well as the scheduling and coordination of vendor performed procedures.
  • Write and Implement Critical Environment Policies and Procedures
  • Develop Standard and Emergency Operating Procedures for all critical assets and systems
  • Oversee Change Management Program. Ensure all high risk task are properly entered into Change Management System and have been approved prior to work taking place.
  • Tracking electrical/mechanical loads
  • Maintaining & scheduling Preventative Maintenance on Critical Equipment
  • Develop rounds and inspection program on Critical Systems
  • Facilitate projects and act as a liaison with Project Managers conducting work in Critical Environments
  • Coordinate and manage all vendor scheduled tasks and communicate task schedules to all parties concerned.
  • Track all incident reports and communicate to business units
  • Must interface with Facilities Operations and business unit managers as appropriate to coordinate Critical Area Program. This will include but not be limited to; scheduling maintenance windows in Change Management, participating in staff meetings, interfacing with key vendors and project management personnel, and keeping up with written communications within the Critical Environment Team.
  • Develop and administer critical site processes such as; operation flow charting, reporting root cause analysis of system failures; emergency response drills as related to life safety or critical system failures, compliance with site audits, critical parts inventories, preventive maintenance program and status reporting to management.
  • Work with the Senior FM and Regional Critical Operations Manager to ensure budget adherence for each facility

Qualifications

Education – Should have electrical, mechanical, or controls trade related background with intermediate skills in Microsoft Office. Strong electrical/mechanical background is required. Experience – Minimum (10) ten years of experience in electrician trade (including emergency backup systems – UPS, Generators) or related field or minimum (10) ten years of experience in HVAC/Refrigeration trade or related trade. Minimum of (4) four years of experience working in Data Centers or other Critical Environments. Software Skills – Must be proficient in MS Word, Excel, Power Point and Visio programs. Personal Characteristics – Good interpersonal skills, ability to communicate well in both verbal and written reports. Must be both reliable, able to meet critical deadlines and meticulous in report data. An excellent organizational skill is essential.

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Location:

On-site –Charlotte, NC Job Tags:

Legal Compliance If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requirements. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:

JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health. Some of these benefits include:

  • 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
  • Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
  • Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
  • Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

At JLL, we harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to efficiently accelerate meaningful connections between candidates and opportunities. Using AI capabilities, we analyze your application for relevant skills, experiences, and qualifications to generate valuable insights about how your unique profile aligns with the specific requirements of the role you're pursuing.

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How this job compares

Set against the 835 open Facilities Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 10, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • US median$101–144K/yr357 salary ranges
  • US median$34–42/hr166 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 20 open Facilities Engineer jobs in North Carolina and 835 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in North Carolina
Experience
This posting asks for at least 4 years of experience; Facilities Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 4 years at the median (644 postings).
Education
266 of the 835 open Facilities Engineer jobs (32%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 10, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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