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Reporting directly to the Engineering Supervisor then to Director of Engineering, the Shift Engineer will coordinate and perform routine, preventive, emergency maintenance and needed repairs to obtain optimum efficiency and economy of the Hotel Guests, and all Hotel operations.
The Shift Engineer works closely with other departments to resolve operational concerns promptly while maintaining the hotel's standards of safety, efficiency, and exceptional guest service.
Essential Functions
Team Leadership & Training
- Train, coach and instruct NoMad Engineering Team when necessary to ensure all work is performed safely, timely, and within company standards.
- Assist Engineering Manager with ensuring NoMad Engineering complete all necessary company training modules.
- Coordinate, train, coach, instruct, lead and assist NoMad Engineering Team with all repair and maintenance on equipment such as all public space & guest room HVAC units, lighting, services throughout the hotel.
Engineering Operations & Maintenance
- Ensure maintenance services provided achieve the required Company’s standard.
- Coordinate, lead and assist NoMad Engineering Team carry out Daily, weekly & Monthly Equipment PM’s, RPM’s, and all health and safety inspections.
- Coordinate, lead, and assist NoMad Engineering Team in all Guest/Staff Service Request, Equipment PM, Hotel PM, and RPM’s ensuring all work is completed within company standards.
- Carry out daily, weekly & monthly Equipment and Room Preventative Maintenance checks to ensure building is kept in excellent condition.
- Carry out all Engineering and RPM and painting works in absence of Engineer and or RPM/Painter Engineer(s).
Technical Repairs & Troubleshooting
- Lead, instruct, and assist NoMad Engineers to troubleshoot, test, locate and repair basic electrical malfunctions.
- Install electrical equipment such as electrical signs, vanity mirrors, portable AC’s, portable heaters, fan motors, and other equipment.
- Ensure that NoMad Engineering Team adheres to all Health & Safety, Fire Life Safety, and company policies.
- Ensure that NoMad Engineering Team adheres to all health and safety risks and report any to the Engineering Manager and or Director of Property Operations.
Interdepartmental Collaboration & Operational Support
- Work alongside Michigan Central Station Engineering Team, and the various other departments (i.e. Front Desk, Housekeeping, F&B, and Security) and all hotel operations while upholding the standards and assisting where necessary to support.
- To be available to cover shifts in emergency situations.
General Standards & Professional Conduct
- Be professional at all the times
- Be a positive ambassador of The NoMad throughout your professional career with us.
- Always adhere to company policies and procedures, including but not exclusive of; H&S policies, HR policies; employee handbook.
- Adhere to Uniform policy and remain presentable in all guest facing areas.
- Maintain and uphold The NoMad standards and values bringing them to life through example in each daily interaction with all Guests and NoMad Team Members.
Qualification Standards
Education
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Experience
Previous engineering or maintenance experience preferred.
Certifications
Type 3/Universal EPA HVAC Certification preferred but not required.
Reporting directly to the Engineering Supervisor then to Director of Engineering, the Shift Engineer will coordinate and perform routine, preventive, emergency maintenance and needed repairs to obtain optimum efficiency and economy of the Hotel Guests, and all Hotel operations.
The Shift Engineer works closely with other departments to resolve operational concerns promptly while maintaining the hotel's standards of safety, efficiency, and exceptional guest service.
Essential Functions
Team Leadership & Training
- Train, coach and instruct NoMad Engineering Team when necessary to ensure all work is performed safely, timely, and within company standards.
- Assist Engineering Manager with ensuring NoMad Engineering complete all necessary company training modules.
- Coordinate, train, coach, instruct, lead and assist NoMad Engineering Team with all repair and maintenance on equipment such as all public space & guest room HVAC units, lighting, services throughout the hotel.
Engineering Operations & Maintenance
- Ensure maintenance services provided achieve the required Company’s standard.
- Coordinate, lead and assist NoMad Engineering Team carry out Daily, weekly & Monthly Equipment PM’s, RPM’s, and all health and safety inspections.
- Coordinate, lead, and assist NoMad Engineering Team in all Guest/Staff Service Request, Equipment PM, Hotel PM, and RPM’s ensuring all work is completed within company standards.
- Carry out daily, weekly & monthly Equipment and Room Preventative Maintenance checks to ensure building is kept in excellent condition.
- Carry out all Engineering and RPM and painting works in absence of Engineer and or RPM/Painter Engineer(s).
Technical Repairs & Troubleshooting
- Lead, instruct, and assist NoMad Engineers to troubleshoot, test, locate and repair basic electrical malfunctions.
- Install electrical equipment such as electrical signs, vanity mirrors, portable AC’s, portable heaters, fan motors, and other equipment.
- Ensure that NoMad Engineering Team adheres to all Health & Safety, Fire Life Safety, and company policies.
- Ensure that NoMad Engineering Team adheres to all health and safety risks and report any to the Engineering Manager and or Director of Property Operations.
Interdepartmental Collaboration & Operational Support
- Work alongside Michigan Central Station Engineering Team, and the various other departments (i.e. Front Desk, Housekeeping, F&B, and Security) and all hotel operations while upholding the standards and assisting where necessary to support.
- To be available to cover shifts in emergency situations.
General Standards & Professional Conduct
- Be professional at all the times
- Be a positive ambassador of The NoMad throughout your professional career with us.
- Always adhere to company policies and procedures, including but not exclusive of; H&S policies, HR policies; employee handbook.
- Adhere to Uniform policy and remain presentable in all guest facing areas.
- Maintain and uphold The NoMad standards and values bringing them to life through example in each daily interaction with all Guests and NoMad Team Members.
Qualification Standards
Education
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Experience
Previous engineering or maintenance experience preferred.
Certifications
Type 3/Universal EPA HVAC Certification preferred but not required.
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Who's Hiring
- CBRE25
- Electrical Automation Services24E
- Lockheed Martin21
- Tesla18
- Blue Origin18
Top Industries Hiring
- Electronics & Hardware10
- Manufacturing4
- Technology & Software4
- Healthcare & Medical Services4
- Consulting & Professional Services4
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in shift engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in chemical, mechanical, or electrical engineering or a related field
- Experience operating or supervising continuous process or manufacturing plant operations
- Proficiency with DCS, SCADA, or PLC platforms used in industrial environments
- Knowledge of PSM regulations and participation in HAZOP or safety review processes
- Ability to hold shift supervisor or lead operator responsibility during 12-hour rotations
- Completion of or eligibility for site-specific confined space and lockout/tagout training
Tips for Your Shift Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume to control systems
Hiring managers in shift engineer roles scan for specific control systems experience. Call out the DCS and SCADA platforms you've worked with by name, your instrument loop familiarity, and any HMI configuration work. Generic 'process knowledge' won't stand out.
Get your process safety certifications current
Many shift engineer postings list HAZOP participation, PSM compliance, or OSHA Process Safety Management experience as requirements. If your certifications have lapsed or you haven't documented your HAZOP involvement, do that before you start applying.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists shift engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by shift structure upfront
Shift engineer roles vary widely between 12-hour rotating shifts, continental rotations, and day-turn-only schedules. Filter for the schedule pattern that works for your situation before applying, so you don't waste interview cycles on a role you'd turn down.
Prepare for scenario-based technical interviews
Shift engineer interviews commonly include abnormal situation management scenarios, like a column flooding event or a compressor trip. Practice walking through your decision process out loud, covering safety isolation steps, communication up the chain, and when to call for relief.
Negotiate shift differentials separately from base pay
Total compensation for shift engineers often includes substantial shift differentials for nights, weekends, and rotating coverage. When evaluating an offer, ask for the differential structure in writing so you can compare total annual earnings across competing offers accurately.
Shift Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most shift engineers?
CBRE, Electrical Automation Services, and Lockheed Martin are hiring the most shift engineers right now, with openings concentrated in Texas, California, and Massachusetts, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Activity tends to be highest at sites undergoing capacity expansions or plant turnarounds.
How many shift engineer jobs are remote?
About 12% of shift engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting that most of the role requires physical presence on a process plant or facility floor. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements include engineering support roles focused on data analysis, reliability reporting, or process optimization that don't require direct shift coverage.
How do you become a shift engineer?
Most shift engineers start with a bachelor's degree in chemical, mechanical, or electrical engineering, then enter a plant environment as a process engineer or operations technician. Building hands-on experience with DCS platforms and unit operations is essential. From there, taking on shift lead or relief supervisor responsibilities positions you to move into a full shift engineer role, often after three to five years in plant operations.
Can you get hired as a shift engineer with little experience?
Yes, some employers hire engineers with limited plant experience into junior or associate shift engineer roles, particularly at sites with structured graduate development programs. Your strongest pitch is relevant co-op or internship time in a process or manufacturing environment. Demonstrating familiarity with control system fundamentals and completing site safety training before the offer conversation also helps close the experience gap.
What does the shift engineer interview process look like?
Most shift engineer hiring processes include a phone screen with HR, a technical interview focused on process knowledge and control systems experience, and a final round with the site manager or operations leadership. Some plants add a site walkthrough or a practical scenario exercise covering abnormal operations or emergency response. References from prior plant supervisors carry significant weight at the final stage.
Where can I find and apply to shift engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to shift engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find the roles that fit your experience, shift preference, and location, and apply directly to each listing from the page.
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