Director of Engineering

DoubleTree•South Bend, IN

2d•$90,000 - $120,000

About The Position

Director of Engineering DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel South Bend We are seeking a highly organized, results-driven Director of Engineering to lead all engineering and facilities operations for our recently renovated, 293-room full-service hotel in downtown South Bend. This role requires a leader who can bring structure, accountability, and technical execution to a complex property environment while driving improvements in guest satisfaction, asset performance, and operational efficiency. This is not a maintenance-only role — we 're looking for someone who can assess, prioritize, and fix issues, implement sustainable systems, and lead a team with clear direction and urgency. Compensation: $90,000 – $120,000 (based on experience) Position Overview The Director of Engineering is responsible for the strategic and day-to-day leadership of all building systems, preventative maintenance programs, capital projects, and life-safety compliance. This individual will establish operational discipline, ensure timely resolution of outstanding issues, and create a culture of ownership within the engineering team.

Requirements

Proven leadership experience in hotel engineering or large-scale facilities management
Strong technical knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and building systems
Demonstrated ability to organize teams, implement structure, and drive results
Experience managing capital projects, renovations, and vendor relationships
Strong communication and problem-solving skills with a hands-on leadership approach
Ability to perform in a fast-paced, high-demand hospitality environment

Nice To Haves

A leader who can walk in, assess quickly, and take control of operations
Someone who is highly organized, detail-oriented, and execution-focused
A professional who holds themselves and their team accountable to high standards
A problem-solver who doesn’t defer issues — they own them and fix them

Responsibilities

Lead and develop the Engineering team with a strong focus on accountability, communication, and performance standards
Establish clear expectations, workflows, and follow-through across all maintenance operations
Serve as the primary point of contact for all facility-related priorities and escalations
Identify, prioritize, and drive resolution of critical building and guest-impacting issues (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, structural)
Ensure all work orders, projects, and repairs are completed efficiently and to standard
Take ownership of ongoing challenges and deliver measurable improvements
Build and enforce a robust preventative maintenance program
Ensure guestrooms, public spaces, and back-of-house areas consistently meet brand and ownership standards
Maintain detailed documentation and tracking of maintenance activities and equipment performance
Oversee renovation punch lists, vendor coordination, and capital improvement projects
Partner with ownership and leadership on long-term asset strategy and budgeting
Ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and aligned with operational needs
Maintain full compliance with life safety systems, fire code, OSHA, and brand standards
Lead safety initiatives, inspections, and emergency preparedness efforts
Ensure proper documentation, certifications, and audit readiness at all times
Manage department budgets, control expenses, and optimize resource allocation
Drive cost-effective solutions without compromising safety or guest experience