White Lodging

Director of Engineering

White Lodging$100K — $130K *
Hospitality & Recreation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Engineering leadership experience in hospitality preferred.
  • Proven ability to lead and manage engineering teams.
  • Strong project management and organizational skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Experience with union labor contracts preferred.
  • Required licenses or certifications such as HVACR, EPA, Certified Pool Operator.
  • Strong financial acumen and budget management capabilities.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement long-term engineering strategies.
  • Recruit, hire, train, and mentor a high-performing engineering team.
  • Ensure technical excellence and safety compliance across engineering functions.
  • Oversee planning and completion of engineering projects.
  • Manage department budgets and resources effectively.
  • Direct preventive maintenance programs to enhance reliability.
  • Collaborate with other departments to ensure operational alignment.
  • Drive continuous improvement in energy management and safety systems.

Benefits

  • Day 1 Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
  • Vacation/Paid Time Off (PTO) with rollover
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Complimentary wellness tools
  • Unlimited referral bonuses
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Hostcare Resources healthcare concierge
  • Leadership development
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Discounts on hotel rooms, dining, and travel experiences
  • Multiple hotels in each market = more opportunities.
Full Job Description
Description
Position Information
Location: Westin Austin Downtown

Summary:

Responsibilities:

What You'll Do
  • Develop and implement long-term engineering strategies aligned with White Lodging and property objectives.
  • Recruit, hire, train, and mentor a high-performing engineering team.
  • Ensure technical excellence, safety compliance, and quality standards across all engineering functions.
  • Oversee planning, execution, and completion of engineering projects on time and within budget.
  • Manage department budgets, labor, equipment, and resources effectively.
  • Direct preventive maintenance programs to protect the asset and enhance reliability.
  • Collaborate with Housekeeping, Front Desk, F&B, Sales, and other departments to ensure operational alignment.
  • Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and brand standards.
  • Provide hands-on leadership, troubleshooting, and technical guidance when needed.
  • Drive continuous improvement in energy management, sustainability, and life-safety systems.


What You'll Bring
  • Engineering leadership experience in hospitality preferred.
  • Proven ability to lead, develop, and manage engineering teams.
  • Strong project management and organizational skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Experience working with union labor contracts preferred, when applicable.
  • Required licenses or certifications such as HVACR, EPA, Certified Pool Operator, or similar.
  • Strong financial acumen and budget management capabilities.


Other information:

What You Can Look Forward To
  • Day 1 Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
  • Vacation/Paid Time Off (PTO) with rollover
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Complimentary wellness tools
  • Unlimited referral bonuses
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Hostcare Resources healthcare concierge
  • Leadership development
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Discounts on hotel rooms, dining, and other travel/entertainment experiences
  • Multiple hotels in each market = more opportunities

About White Lodging

White Lodging is a hospitality company that develops, owns, and operates hotels. The company was founded in 1985 and is headquartered in Merrillville, Indiana. White Lodging operates more than 30 hotels across the United States, including brands such as Marriott, Hilton, and Hyatt. The company also provides management services for hotels owned by other companies. White Lodging has been recognized for its commitment to sustainability and has received numerous awards for its environmental initiatives.
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