Mid Level Technical Director Jobs
Mid level technical director jobs go to professionals ready to own projects end to end, guide junior team members, and push technical decisions forward with limited oversight. Openings are 67% remote or hybrid, concentrated across Technology & Software, Manufacturing, and Agriculture & Farming, with Gong, Throtle, and VAI Resort hiring at this level now.
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The Role
At VAI Resort, we're creating experiences unlike anything else in the world. As home to the world's first Mattel Adventure Park™, VAI combines immersive attractions, iconic brands, entertainment, hospitality, and technology to deliver unforgettable moments for guests of all ages.
The Director of Facilities & Technical Operations is responsible for leading the maintenance, engineering, and technical operations that power the Mattel Adventure Park experience. This leader oversees the safety, reliability, and performance of rides, attractions, show systems, themed environments, facilities, and infrastructure while building a culture focused on operational excellence, innovation, and guest satisfaction.
Reporting to senior leadership, this role serves as a key operational partner in ensuring every attraction, facility, and technical system operate at peak performance to deliver the extraordinary experiences guests expect from VAI Resort and Mattel Adventure Park.
What You’ll Do
Lead Operational Excellence
- Direct all facilities, engineering, maintenance, and technical operations across Mattel Adventure Park and supporting resort environments.
- Ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of rides, attractions, show systems, themed environments, utilities, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and facility infrastructure.
- Maintain operational readiness through proactive maintenance strategies, inspections, and asset management programs.
Drive Safety & Compliance
- Champion a culture where safety is the highest priority for guests and team members.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable OSHA, ASTM, state, local, manufacturer, and industry safety standards.
- Lead safety audits, inspections, incident investigations, and corrective action planning.
Maintain World-Class Attractions
- Oversee preventive and predictive maintenance programs for rides, attractions, show systems, and supporting infrastructure.
- Support attraction commissioning, troubleshooting, lifecycle planning, upgrades, and technical enhancements.
- Partner with ride manufacturers, vendors, and technical experts to maximize reliability and performance.
Lead and Develop Teams
- Recruit, develop, and inspire a high-performing team of facilities, engineering, maintenance, and technical professionals.
- Establish performance expectations, training programs, and career development opportunities.
- Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, ownership, and continuous improvement.
Partner Across the Business
- Collaborate closely with Operations, Entertainment, Safety, Food & Beverage, Retail, Security, and Resort Leadership to ensure seamless guest experiences.
- Support park activations, special events, seasonal programming, and new attraction initiatives.
- Serve as a trusted operational leader and technical resource for the organization.
Manage Resources & Planning
- Develop and manage departmental budgets, capital projects, maintenance schedules, and vendor relationships.
- Drive operational efficiencies while maintaining exceptional quality, safety, and guest experience standards.
- Implement systems and processes that support long-term asset performance and operational sustainability.
What You Bring
- Passion for creating exceptional guest experiences through operational excellence.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, coach, and develop diverse technical teams.
- Deep understanding of ride systems, facilities maintenance, engineering, utilities, show systems, and themed entertainment environments.
- Proven ability to solve complex operational and technical challenges in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong project management, planning, and organizational skills.
- Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on leadership.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Commitment to safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Embody VAI’s CORE Values: Collaboration, Ownership, Resiliency, and Enthusiasm
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, Technical Operations, Construction Management, or a related field preferred.
- 5+ years of progressive leadership experience in technical operations, engineering, facilities management, maintenance, theme parks, attractions, entertainment venues, resorts, or similar large-scale operational environments.
- Experience overseeing ride systems, attraction maintenance, themed entertainment environments, or complex guest-facing facilities strongly preferred.
- Proven success leading maintenance programs, capital projects, vendor relationships, and operational teams.
- Experience with CMMS systems, asset management programs, and maintenance planning tools preferred.
- Knowledge of OSHA, ASTM ride standards, building systems, and regulatory compliance requirements.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, kneel, and navigate active construction, maintenance, and operational environments for extended periods.
- Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions and temperatures.
- Ability to access elevated platforms, mechanical spaces, rooftops, and attraction infrastructure.
- Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds.
- Must be available to support evenings, weekends, holidays, and emergency operational situations as needed.
What’s In It for You
- Lead the launch of a first-of-its-kind Mattel Adventure Park
- Be the driving force behind one of the most exciting new entertainment destinations in the country
- The opportunity to build, launch, and shape a landmark destination that will create memories for generations
Competitive compensation and benefits
Position Details
- Salary: Starts at $150,000
- Location: Glendale, AZ
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
The Role
At VAI Resort, we're creating experiences unlike anything else in the world. As home to the world's first Mattel Adventure Park™, VAI combines immersive attractions, iconic brands, entertainment, hospitality, and technology to deliver unforgettable moments for guests of all ages.
The Director of Facilities & Technical Operations is responsible for leading the maintenance, engineering, and technical operations that power the Mattel Adventure Park experience. This leader oversees the safety, reliability, and performance of rides, attractions, show systems, themed environments, facilities, and infrastructure while building a culture focused on operational excellence, innovation, and guest satisfaction.
Reporting to senior leadership, this role serves as a key operational partner in ensuring every attraction, facility, and technical system operate at peak performance to deliver the extraordinary experiences guests expect from VAI Resort and Mattel Adventure Park.
What You’ll Do
Lead Operational Excellence
- Direct all facilities, engineering, maintenance, and technical operations across Mattel Adventure Park and supporting resort environments.
- Ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of rides, attractions, show systems, themed environments, utilities, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and facility infrastructure.
- Maintain operational readiness through proactive maintenance strategies, inspections, and asset management programs.
Drive Safety & Compliance
- Champion a culture where safety is the highest priority for guests and team members.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable OSHA, ASTM, state, local, manufacturer, and industry safety standards.
- Lead safety audits, inspections, incident investigations, and corrective action planning.
Maintain World-Class Attractions
- Oversee preventive and predictive maintenance programs for rides, attractions, show systems, and supporting infrastructure.
- Support attraction commissioning, troubleshooting, lifecycle planning, upgrades, and technical enhancements.
- Partner with ride manufacturers, vendors, and technical experts to maximize reliability and performance.
Lead and Develop Teams
- Recruit, develop, and inspire a high-performing team of facilities, engineering, maintenance, and technical professionals.
- Establish performance expectations, training programs, and career development opportunities.
- Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, ownership, and continuous improvement.
Partner Across the Business
- Collaborate closely with Operations, Entertainment, Safety, Food & Beverage, Retail, Security, and Resort Leadership to ensure seamless guest experiences.
- Support park activations, special events, seasonal programming, and new attraction initiatives.
- Serve as a trusted operational leader and technical resource for the organization.
Manage Resources & Planning
- Develop and manage departmental budgets, capital projects, maintenance schedules, and vendor relationships.
- Drive operational efficiencies while maintaining exceptional quality, safety, and guest experience standards.
- Implement systems and processes that support long-term asset performance and operational sustainability.
What You Bring
- Passion for creating exceptional guest experiences through operational excellence.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, coach, and develop diverse technical teams.
- Deep understanding of ride systems, facilities maintenance, engineering, utilities, show systems, and themed entertainment environments.
- Proven ability to solve complex operational and technical challenges in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong project management, planning, and organizational skills.
- Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on leadership.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Commitment to safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Embody VAI’s CORE Values: Collaboration, Ownership, Resiliency, and Enthusiasm
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, Technical Operations, Construction Management, or a related field preferred.
- 5+ years of progressive leadership experience in technical operations, engineering, facilities management, maintenance, theme parks, attractions, entertainment venues, resorts, or similar large-scale operational environments.
- Experience overseeing ride systems, attraction maintenance, themed entertainment environments, or complex guest-facing facilities strongly preferred.
- Proven success leading maintenance programs, capital projects, vendor relationships, and operational teams.
- Experience with CMMS systems, asset management programs, and maintenance planning tools preferred.
- Knowledge of OSHA, ASTM ride standards, building systems, and regulatory compliance requirements.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, kneel, and navigate active construction, maintenance, and operational environments for extended periods.
- Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions and temperatures.
- Ability to access elevated platforms, mechanical spaces, rooftops, and attraction infrastructure.
- Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds.
- Must be available to support evenings, weekends, holidays, and emergency operational situations as needed.
What’s In It for You
- Lead the launch of a first-of-its-kind Mattel Adventure Park
- Be the driving force behind one of the most exciting new entertainment destinations in the country
- The opportunity to build, launch, and shape a landmark destination that will create memories for generations
Competitive compensation and benefits
Position Details
- Salary: Starts at $150,000
- Location: Glendale, AZ
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
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Mid Level Technical Director Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level technical director job?
Position yourself around ownership rather than participation. Highlight projects where you led the technical direction, made consequential architectural or production decisions, and coordinated across functions without constant managerial input. Applications that demonstrate measurable outcomes, such as reduced delivery time or improved system reliability, stand out. Tailor each submission to the specific stack and domain the employer uses, and show that you can mentor others while still executing individually.
Which companies hire mid level technical directors?
Companies hiring mid level technical directors right now include Gong, Throtle, and VAI Resort, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level covers established enterprises scaling their product teams and growth-stage organizations that need directors who can both lead and hands-on contribute.
Are there remote mid level technical director jobs?
Yes, remote and hybrid options are widely available at this level. About 67% of mid level technical director openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting broad employer comfort with distributed technical leadership. Fully on-site roles do exist, particularly in sectors with strict security or compliance requirements, so filter by work setting when searching to focus on arrangements that fit your situation.
How do I move up to a mid level technical director role?
The path from early-career to mid level is built on accumulated ownership. Start by volunteering for full-feature or full-component responsibility rather than assigned subtasks. Develop a specialty area where your judgment is sought without prompting. Mentor at least one junior colleague through a real project, and document the measurable impact of your contributions. Over time, demonstrating that you can set direction, manage trade-offs, and deliver consistently positions you credibly for a mid level director role.
Which industries hire the most mid level technical directors?
Mid Level technical director roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Manufacturing, and Agriculture & Farming, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors tend to run complex, fast-moving product development cycles that require directors experienced enough to own technical decisions but still close enough to the work to execute alongside their teams.