Director of Engineering
AFP Management Corp, South Bend, IN, United States
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.
Key Responsibilities
- Operational Leadership
- 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
- Execution & Problem-Solving
- 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
- Preventative Maintenance & Asset Management
- 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
- Projects & Capital Planning
- 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
- Compliance & Safety
- 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
- Financial Oversight
- Manage department budgets, control expenses, and optimize resource allocation
- Drive cost-effective solutions without compromising safety or guest experience
Qualifications
- 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
What We’re Looking For
- 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