What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical SME - Critical Environments position at JLL?
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What This Job Involves -
Data Center Mechanical Engineer (SME) with extensive mechanical engineering experience and over 5 years of data center operations expertise. 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 your day-to-day looks like:
Physical Work Requirements And Work Conditions
Required Qualifications:
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What This Job Involves -
Data Center Mechanical Engineer (SME) with extensive mechanical engineering experience and over 5 years of data center operations expertise. 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 your day-to-day looks like:
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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 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. Working from heights.
- Frequently climbing, bending, lifting, kneeling, stooping, and working/extending overhead.
- Working in adverse conditions (i.e., extreme cold, extreme hot).
- Driving for long periods of time.
- Climbing a ladder with a 300 lb weight 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 Qualifications:
- 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
- Universal EPA 608 Certification
- CRAC (Liebert) maintenance and repair experience
- Licenses as required by authority having jurisdiction
- 2 years of trades school or documented apprenticeship in relevant craft skills
- Strong working knowledge of air-cooled chillers
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