Assistant Chief Engineer

Assistant Chief Engineer

Location: Dallas, TX

Schedule: Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM–4:00 PM

Compensation: $100K+ based on experience

Work Arrangement: Onsite

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Chief Engineer to help lead engineering operations for a large commercial property in Dallas. This position provides leadership across both tower engineering and plant operations, supporting a complex facility with 24/7 plant operations.

The ideal candidate combines strong mechanical expertise with proven leadership ability and is comfortable providing both technical direction and day-to-day operational leadership.

What You'll Do

• Provide leadership and oversight across tower engineering and plant operations
• Partner closely with Engineering Leads responsible for the tower and plant
• Provide technical leadership and troubleshooting support for complex mechanical and building systems
• Support the operation and maintenance of thermal storage plant systems
• Help oversee preventative maintenance, work orders and overall operational priorities
• Ensure building and plant systems operate safely, reliably and efficiently
• Coach, develop and support engineering team members while maintaining accountability and performance standards
• Coordinate priorities and communication between tower and plant operations
• Work effectively with vendors, tenants and internal stakeholders
• Remain involved in day-to-day operations while providing leadership and technical guidance

What We're Looking For

• Strong mechanical background with experience supporting complex building or plant systems
• Experience with thermal storage plants/systems
• Previous engineering leadership or supervisory experience
• Strong understanding of commercial building engineering and/or central plant operations
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical issues and provide technical direction
• Strong leadership, communication and organizational skills
• Hands-on leadership style with the ability to balance people management and operational responsibilities
• Experience within a large commercial facility, high-rise, hospital, hotel, data center or similarly complex environment preferred