Director, Electrical Engineering and Automation
JLL· Real Estate Services· Oct 2, 2026 · 26d ago
Durham NC
In office
Full-time
Director
$160K–$220K est.
10+ years exp
Job description
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Director, Electrical Engineering and Automation
The Director of Engineering and Automation will be a program manager and subject matter expert as it relates to building automation strategies, maintenance, smart buildings and controls, and analytics.
What this job involves -
Ensure innovation, best practices, playbooks, and standards are implemented globally.
Develop and implement Smart Building Platform monitoring and controls technology strategies
Act as technical Subject Matter Expert (SME) for electrical engineering and controls automation for operations and facilities management of data centers and technology labs
Oversee the Intelligent Operations Center (IOC) for monitoring building performance globally across the client portfolio and responding to building automation alarms and equipment failures
Lead and manage a globally dispersed team of Building Automation System (BAS) engineers across multiple regions
Drive optimal tracking and performance related to building automation and technical services
Write or review and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and playbooks for the IOC and BAS teams
Be the owner of electrification system operations programs and upgrade projects
Create best practices related to maintenance strategies and facility operations.
Develop or integrate assessment tools to evaluate performance electrical systems
Stay up-to-date on industry trends related to smart building technologies
Provide expertise for operations teams to understand data insights and analytics: identify trends, failures, and optimize schedules
Ensure maintenance strategies for electrification systems are aligned based on operational priorities and risk
Advise on the delivery of maintenance strategies, such as self-performance decisions, PM/PdM implementation, condition-based maintenance, and other programs
Provide direction to Reliability Engineering and implement RCM principles
Foster a culture of continuous improvement through learning, hosting events, and coaching staff
Governance of the electrical engineering and building automation program
Position is on-site and expected to be in the client office 3-5 days a week as needed
Travel: 10% - 20%
Qualifications :
Electrical Engineering bachelor degree minimum, Masters or P.E. preferred
10 years of progressive experience with engineering and building automation systems
Advanced planning, scheduling, and project management experience a plus
High level of knowledge of BAS technologies, HVAC, CUP, Chiller, Cooling Tower, and auxiliary equipment
operation and maintenance
Preferred Location:
San Jose, CA or San Francisco Bay area
Raleigh / Durham, NC area
This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Expected compensation for this position:
110,000.00 – 140,000.00 USD per year
Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.
Location:
On-site –Durham, NC, San Jose, CA
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
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