Chief Engineer

Magna Hospitality Group•New York, NY

10d•$85,000 - $150,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Chief Engineer serves as a key member of the Executive Leadership Team and is responsible for all engineering, facilities, life-safety, regulatory compliance, asset preservation, sustainability initiatives, capital projects, and maintenance operations for the flagship Canopy by Hilton New York. The role ensures the highest levels of guest comfort, operational efficiency, brand compliance, and protection of hotel assets while leading a high-performing engineering team in a 24/7 luxury hospitality environment.

Requirements

Minimum 7 years of hotel engineering experience.
Minimum 3 years in a leadership role such as Chief Engineer, Assistant Chief Engineer, or Engineering Manager.
Strong knowledge of high-rise hotel operations and MEP systems.
Experience managing capital projects in occupied hospitality environments.
Proficiency with CMMS, BMS, and energy management systems.
EPA Universal Refrigerant Certification
FDNY Q-01
FDNY F-89
FDNY S-12
FDNY S-13
FDNY P-98

Nice To Haves

Previous hotel opening experience preferred.
Hilton experience preferred.
OSHA 30-Hour Certification
CPR / AED / First Aid Certification

Responsibilities

Lead all engineering and maintenance operations for guestrooms, public spaces, restaurants, bars, rooftop venues, meeting space, back-of-house areas, and exterior assets.
Develop, mentor, and manage engineering team members.
Oversee preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs.
Manage operating budgets, utilities, contracts, and capital expenditure projects.
Coordinate inspections, permits, testing, and compliance requirements.
Lead emergency response, business continuity, and life-safety programs.
Partner with ownership, Hilton representatives, and hotel leadership on asset management and operational initiatives.

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