Director of Engineering - Hilton McLean

Hilton; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel perks

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid parental leave

Wellbeing resources

Generous PTO

Health & welfare benefits

Job summary

Hilton in McLean, VA is seeking a Director of Engineering to lead the hotel’s facilities operations, ensuring safety, reliability, and exceptional guest experiences. You will direct mechanical, electrical, life safety systems, and grounds maintenance while guiding regulatory compliance and energy initiatives.

You will oversee capital projects, budgeting, and contractor coordination, while building a high-performing team through coaching, development, and recognition programs.

Qualifications

• Experience leading hotel facilities operations and ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Strong track record in overseeing energy management and preventive maintenance programs.
• Proven ability to lead capital projects, budgeting, and scheduling with contractors.
• Demonstrated leadership and team development with performance management.
• Commitment to hospitality values and safety priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead facility operations: direct the function, safety, and compliance of the hotel’s buildings and systems.
• Oversee facility maintenance: inspections, energy management, and preventive maintenance initiatives.
• Direct property improvements: lead capital projects, budgeting, and permitting with regulatory compliance.
• Drive operational excellence: manage daily department operations, guest service and inventory control.
• Cultivate a high-performing team: drive engagement, development and recognition programs.

Skills

Leadership

Integrity

Hospitality focus

Teamwork

Ownership

Accountability

Job description

Exceptional Hospitality Starts with YouPicture yourself brightening someone’s day. When you join our Hotels team, that’s exactly what you’ll do every time you come to work! As a

Job Description

Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You

Picture yourself brightening someone’s day. When you join our Hotels team, that’s exactly what you’ll do every time you come to work! As a Director of Engineering, you’re not just responsible for the safety and functionality of the property – you’re spreading the light and warmth of hospitality by delivering memorable experiences that make the stay for every guest.

Responsibilities

Here’s what you’ll do during a typical day:

• Lead facility operations: Direct the functionality, safety, and compliance of the hotel’s buildings, mechanical systems, electrical systems, HVAC, life safety systems, and grounds in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations
• Oversee facility maintenance: Conduct facility inspections, maintain documentation for energy management and conservation programs, and oversee preventive maintenance initiatives
• Direct property improvements: Lead capital projects and property rehabilitations - including scheduling, budgeting, contractor bidding, and licensing/permitting - while ensuring regulatory compliance
• Drive operational excellence: Direct daily department operations, including guest service initiatives, product quality, inventory management, budgeting, forecasting, and adherence to industry standards
• Cultivate a high-performing team: Drive engagement and retention through performance management, professional development, and recognition programs

Qualifications

What It Takes to Make the Stay

At Hilton, Our Core Values Define What It Takes To Succeed Here And Guide The Qualities We Look For In Every Team Member

A passion for spreading the light and warmth of Hospitality. Acting with Integrity and always doing the right thing. Inspiring others through Leadership. A belief that Teamwork drives the best outcomes. A sense of Ownership and accountability. And a focus on the Now, bringing urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting impact.

About Us

Join an Award-Winning Workplace Culture

At Hilton, we don’t just deliver exceptional experiences for our guests—we build an exceptional workplace for the Team Members who make it all possible. As a global leader in hospitality, we’ve welcomed more than 3 billion guests worldwide, all while staying true to our founding vision: to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality.

Our award-winning culture has earned us repeated recognition on the World’s Best Workplaces list by Great Place to Work and Fortune. With our suite of world-class brands , and a company-wide commitment to providing the best stay for every guest, we’re setting new standards for the future of travel.

Whether you’re starting your career or exploring something new, Hilton supports your journey every step of the way. Come for the job, stay for the career—and help us make every stay a little more magical.

Curious about life at Hilton? Explore our Careers Blog to see why we’re more than a great place to stay—we’re a great place to work.

About The Team

How We'll Help You Thrive

Benefits

At Hilton, the hospitality we’re known for doesn’t end with our guests. We proudly invest in our Team Members’ wellbeing, supporting you through all of life’s moments. When you join Hilton, our exceptional care extends to you with unmatched perks and benefits, including*:

• Incredible travel perks - Enjoy 110 nights of deeply discounted travel, with room rates as low as $40/night at our world-class hotels through our Go Hilton travel program
• Own a piece of Hilton - Through our employee stock purchase program (ESPP), you can invest in Hilton shares at a 15% discount to help build your financial future
• Paid parental leave - Because family matters. We offer paid leave for eligible Team Members, including partners and adoptive parents
• Personalized caregiving support - Access dedicated caregiving concierge services to help navigate caregiving for yourself and your loved ones
• Crisis concierge - In times of loss, our Crisis Concierge offers a single, compassionate point of contact for both practical support and emotional care
• Mental health resources - Your wellbeing comes first. Eligible Team Members can access free counseling and support through our best-in-class Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous paid time off (PTO) - Recharge, relax, and take time for what matters most
• Health & welfare benefits - From checkups to dental cleanings to new glasses, we offer a variety of health plans that keep you and your family covered
• Financial security for your future - Our retirement plans make it easier to save for what’s next
• Benefits availability may vary depending on Team Member’s location as well as terms and conditions of employment and are subject to the terms and conditions of each specific program/plan.