Assistant Director of Engineering

Hyatt Hotels Corporation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyatt Hotels Corporation in New York City seeks an Assistant Director of Engineering to lead the hotel’s engineering team. You will collaborate with the Director of Engineering to maintain HVAC, electrical and life-safety systems, ensure code compliance, and drive preventive maintenance while upholding Hyatt's service standards.

You will work in a fast-paced, design-forward environment, balancing technical leadership with guest experience and strong teamwork.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of engineering leadership in a hotel setting
• Experience working in a union environment preferred
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and life-safety systems
• Familiarity with NYC codes and compliance requirements
• Proactive hands-on leadership with team engagement
• Ability to balance operations with design goals and guest experience
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays

Responsibilities

• Support daily operations of the Engineering department across guest rooms, public spaces, and back-of-house areas
• Lead, coach, and collaborate with union engineering colleagues per collective bargaining agreements
• Maintain aesthetic and functional integrity of a design-forward lifestyle hotel
• Drive preventive maintenance programs to ensure reliability and minimize downtime
• Ensure compliance with NYC codes and Hyatt safety standards
• Respond to guest and operational needs with urgency and professionalism
• Assist in budgeting, capital improvements, and vendor relationships
• Uphold accountability, teamwork, and Hyatt values
• Act as Director of Engineering in leadership's absence

Skills

Engineering leadership

Union environment

HVAC

Electrical systems

Life safety

Code compliance NYC

Team coaching

Budgeting

Guest experience

Job description

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I believe successful people are the ones who take the initiative to learn, unlearn and relearn. It’s important to constantly challenge your knowledge and step out of your comfort zone.

I believe successful people are the ones who take the initiative to learn, unlearn and relearn. It’s important to constantly challenge your knowledge and step out of your comfort zone.

Peggy Focheux Duval: Director of Learning & Development, France

At Hyatt’s lifestyle brands, we are storytellers, culture shapers, and experience makers. Our hotels are designed to reflect the energy of the neighborhoods we serve, bringing together thoughtful design, vibrant social spaces, and a deep sense of place. Guided by Hyatt’s purpose to care for people so they can be their best, we create environments where both guests and colleagues thrive.

We are seeking a hands-on, solutions-driven Assistant Director of Engineering to help lead the Engineering team at our dynamic, unionized New York City lifestyle hotel. This role is ideal for a leader who thrives in a fast-paced, design-forward environment and takes pride in maintaining both the visible and behind-the-scenes elements that shape the guest experience.

You’ll partner closely with the Director of Engineering to ensure the property operates seamlessly balancing technical expertise, team leadership, and a strong sense of ownership. This person must be knowledgeable in HVAC, Refrigeration, and Electrical Engineering.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the daily operations of the Engineering department across guest rooms, public spaces, and back-of-house areas
• Lead, coach, and collaborate with union engineering colleagues in accordance with collective bargaining agreements
• Maintain the aesthetic and functional integrity of a design-forward lifestyle hotel
• Drive preventive maintenance programs to ensure reliability and minimize downtime
• Ensure compliance with NYC codes and regulations (FDNY, DOB, Local Laws) and Hyatt safety standards
• Respond to guest and operational needs with urgency, professionalism, and a service-minded approach
• Assist in managing budgets, capital improvements, and vendor/contractor relationships
• Uphold a culture of accountability, teamwork, and respect aligned with Hyatt values
• Act as Director of Engineering in their absence

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of engineering leadership experience, preferably in a full-service or lifestyle hotel
• Experience working in a union environment strongly preferred
• Strong technical knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and life safety systems
• Familiarity with New York City codes and compliance requirements
• A proactive, hands‑on leadership style with strong team engagement skills
• Ability to balance operational demands with a high standard of design and guest experience
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem‑solving abilities
• Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Other duties as assigned

Preferred Certifications

• NYC Fire Safety Director (FSD) certification
• EPA Certification
• Trade licenses or additional technical certifications are a plus.

Salary Range: $90,000 - $115,000 Annually

Hyatt is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status or any other group protected by law.

Hyatt is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.

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