Hospitality Engineering Director

Hilton; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

Hilton Richmond in the historic Miller & Rhoads building seeks a Director of Engineering to lead engineering, maintenance and facilities operations for the property. This role supervises engineers and maintenance staff and ensures safe, efficient operations for guests and associates.

You will manage preventive maintenance, life-safety compliance, capital projects, and budgets, coordinating with other departments to uphold Hilton standards and guest satisfaction in a busy downtown hotel.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical or vocational training in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, or related fields preferred.
• Certifications such as EPA, CPO, HVAC license, or similar credentials strongly preferred.
• Minimum 5–7 years of hotel or commercial facility maintenance experience.
• Previous supervisory or management experience in engineering required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all engineering and maintenance operations to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable building performance.
• Lead, train, coach, and evaluate engineering staff including supervisors and maintenance technicians.
• Manage the preventive maintenance program for all building systems and equipment.
• Conduct regular property inspections to identify maintenance needs and safety issues.
• Coordinate major repairs, capital projects, and contracted maintenance work.
• Maintain documentation of work orders, inspection logs, PM schedules, and compliance records.
• Ensure equipment and building systems comply with OSHA, fire/life safety, and regulatory standards.
• Manage inventory, tools, equipment, and parts to support operations.

Skills

HVAC systems

Electrical

Mechanical

Life-safety

Leadership

Project management

CMMS

MS Office

Regulatory compliance

Education

High school diploma

HVAC training/technical schooling

EPA/CPO/HVAC license

Tools

CMMS software

Job description

Hilton Richmond in the historic Miller & Rhoads building seeks a Director of Engineering to lead engineering, maintenance and facilities operations for the property. This role supervises engineers and maintenance staff and ensures safe, efficient operations for guests and associates.

You will manage preventive maintenance, life-safety compliance, capital projects, and budgets, coordinating with other departments to uphold Hilton standards and guest satisfaction in a busy downtown hotel.