Lead Operating Engineer

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 find a place where they belong. What this job involves As a Lead Operating Engineer at JLL, you will act as a working supervisor, providing guidance and training while maintaining, monitoring, and performing preventive maintenance and continuous operation of all building systems including fire/life safety, mechanical (HVAC, plumbing, controls), electrical (lighting, primary switch gear), hot water and other equipment. This engineering leadership role combines technical expertise with supervisory responsibilities during critical operations. You will record readings, adjust equipment, report problems, analyze system operations for corrective action, and schedule maintenance. You will also ensure compliance with departmental policy for safe storage, usage, and disposal of hazardous materials, maintain a clean and safe workplace, oversee contractor activities, and keep detailed logging of building rounds and emergency escalation procedures. What your day‑to‑day will look like Act as working supervisor, providing guidance and training while maintaining all building systems operations. Monitor and adjust refrigeration, chilled water, reverse osmosis, air compressor systems, and air conditioning equipment. Record readings and make adjustments to ensure proper operation while reporting problems and analyzing system operations for corrective action. Comply with departmental policy for safe storage, usage, and disposal of hazardous materials; maintain a clean and safe workplace. Oversee contractor activities, keeping records of building rounds, readings, and engineering logs. Inform contractors of critical functions and work requirements, including incident contact response procedures. Ensure understanding and compliance with emergency escalation procedures and the Critical Facility Work process. Ensure strict adherence to Critical Awareness Process, Technical Bulletins, engineering guidelines, processes, and procedures. Required Qualifications High School diploma or GED equivalent or technical training/degree with 5-10 years of experience in facilities operations, maintenance, and engineering. Operating Engineer (BOC) or other applicable licenses is a plus; Universal CFC (EPA608) license required; electrical license (01, 07, or 06A) preferred. Performance goals to achieve 100% uptime and customer service level agreement (SLA) compliance with engineering support capabilities. Technical knowledge of critical environments including R&D facilities, production sites, HVAC, UPS, and computer room air conditioning. Implementation and coordination of Preventive Maintenance Program as directed by Engineering Manager with proficiency in MS Office and email. Strategic thinking, strong analytical skills, and ability to articulate effective vision for best‑in‑class performance of critical facilities. Working knowledge of CMMS, BAS, and Building Control Systems. Understanding of work‑management processes, programs, and KPI metrics. Preferred Qualifications Leadership experience providing engineering support for development of complex utility/electrical/mechanical switching scripts and procedures, including MOPs, EOPs, SOPs. Knowledge of change‑management processes with understanding of critical awareness processes and technical bulletins. Experience reviewing engineering design and providing operational support in highly complex environments with energy‑management knowledge. Background in R&D facilities and production sites with understanding of specialized environmental control systems. Experience with regulatory inspections, environmental audits, and OSHA inspections in critical facility environments. Knowledge of sustainability programs, processes, procedures, and metrics with understanding of hazardous‑materials management. Understanding of contractor oversight and coordination in critical infrastructure environments with local travel capability. Leadership experience ensuring personnel, vendors, and contractors understand critical awareness processes, programs, and protocols. Citizenship Requirement Due to federal government regulations pertaining to secured areas on‑site, candidates must be able to provide proof of U.S. citizenship. Location On‑site – Redmond, WA Estimated Compensation 87,100.00 – 126,100.00 USD per year Benefits 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 JLL is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. #J-18808-Ljbffr