Chief Engineer

Detroit Institute of Art
Full-time Detroit, MI other-general
Posted:
June 15, 2026
Location:
Detroit, MI, United States

Job Description

JOB TITLE: Chief Engineer

DEPARTMENT: Building Operations

REPORTS TO: Director, Building Operations

CLASSIFICATION: Full-Time, Exempt

REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY: Museum Based





GENERAL SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Director of Building Operations, the Chief Engineer is responsible for managing the maintenance, repair, and performance of the facility’s mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems. To ensure a safe, stable, and comfortable climate for DIA visitors and to ensure accurate climate control for the art collection.



ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

+ Manage the department, determining priorities and goals, scheduling, and annual budget ensuring that department resources and staff support the museum's strategic goals and annual museum-wide goals, and that those goals are met on schedule and within budget.

+ Recruit, mentor, develop a...

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Job Overview

Job Type: Full-time
Location: Detroit, United States
Posted: June 15, 2026
Deadline: June 19, 2026