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Full-time
5-10

Director of Engineering

1/26/2026

The Director of Engineering will oversee all engineering and maintenance operations, ensuring efficient and safe functioning of facilities while driving innovation and sustainability initiatives. This includes managing the engineering team, developing maintenance programs, and ensuring compliance with regulations.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

10,001+ employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
We are Accor We are more than 290,000 hospitality experts placing people at the heart of what we do, creating emotion for our guests, and nurturing passion for service and achievement beyond limits. Building on the strength of our teams and of our fully integrated ecosystem of leading brands, personalized services & expert solutions, we break new ground to reimagine hospitality and inspire new ways to experience the world. We are dedicated to suit all desires and needs, and reinvent the guest experience every day with our 45 hotel brands across all segments- 5,600 properties around the world from luxury five-star palaces to smart economy hotels, exquisite residences to full-service resorts. Because we take care of millions of guests and each of our hotels is a world in itself, where every action counts. We strive to make positive impact both locally and globally, to ensure hospitality benefits not only the few, but all.
About the Role

Company Description

Join us at Accor, where life pulses with passion!

As a pioneer in the art of responsible hospitality, the Accor Group gathers more than 45 brands, 5,600 hotels, 10,000 restaurants, and lifestyle destinations in 110 countries. While each brand has its own personality, where you will be able to truly find yourself, they all share a common ambition: to keep innovating and challenging the status-quo.​

By joining us, you will become a Heartist®, because hospitality is, first and foremost, a work of heart.​

You will join a caring environment and a team where you can be all you are. You will be in a supportive place to grow, to fulfil yourself, to discover other professions and to pursue career opportunities, in your hotel or in other hospitality environments, in your country or anywhere in the world!​

You will enjoy exclusive benefits, specific to the sector and beyond, as well as strong recognition for your daily commitment.​

Everything you will do with us, regardless of your profession, will offer a deep sense of meaning, to create lasting, memorable and impactful experiences for your customers, for your colleagues and for the planet.

Hospitality is a work of heart,
Join us and become a Heartist®.

Job Description

We are seeking a visionary and experienced Director of Engineering to join our team in Mysuru, India. As a key member of our leadership team, you will oversee all engineering and maintenance operations, ensuring the efficient and safe functioning of our facilities while driving innovation and sustainability initiatives.

  • Lead and manage the engineering team, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement
  • Develop and implement comprehensive preventive maintenance programs to optimize facility performance and reduce downtime
  • Oversee all mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP), HVAC, and building infrastructure systems
  • Ensure compliance with local building codes, safety regulations, and environmental standards in Mysuru, India
  • Develop and manage annual engineering budgets and capital expenditure plans
  • Implement and monitor energy management systems to improve efficiency and sustainability
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance guest experience through innovative technical solutions
  • Manage relationships with vendors, contractors, and regulatory authorities
  • Lead engineering aspects of renovation projects and new installations
  • Analyze technical data and prepare reports for senior management
  • Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies to drive continuous improvement

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, or Facilities Engineering
  • Minimum of 8 years of experience in engineering operations, with at least 5 years in a leadership role
  • Strong expertise in MEP systems, fire safety regulations, and building standards
  • In-depth knowledge of local building codes and regulations in Mysuru, India
  • Proven track record in managing large-scale engineering projects and teams
  • Experience with sustainability initiatives and energy management systems
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach
  • Excellent budgeting and financial management abilities
  • Proficiency in project management and CMMS software
  • Outstanding leadership and communication skills
  • Hands-on, organized, and safety-focused approach to operations
  • Experience in hospitality or related industries is highly desirable
  • Fluency in English; knowledge of local languages is a plus

Additional Information

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

  • Job-Category: Engineering & Maintenance
  • Job Type: Permanent
  • Job Schedule: Full-Time
  • Key Skills
    Mechanical EngineeringElectrical EngineeringCivil EngineeringFacilities EngineeringLeadershipProject ManagementSustainabilityEnergy ManagementAnalytical SkillsProblem-SolvingBudgetingCommunicationCollaborationMEP SystemsSafety RegulationsBuilding Codes
    Categories
    EngineeringManagement & LeadershipHospitalityEnvironmental & Sustainability
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