Get to know us: NOVO Health Services offers linen management solutions to the healthcare industry. NOVO Health keenly focuses on safety and infection control and provides its partner hospitals with a value-driven linen management control system that measures and monitors linen utilization by department to eliminate excess internal costs. NOVO's wide range of service programs offer a variety of options to provide a seamless, single source distribution system. NOVO's regional healthcare linen facilities are HLAC accredited and operate with state-of-the-art processing equipment and processes.
The Director of Engineering provides strategic leadership for engineering, maintenance, utilities, fleet, and facility infrastructure across Novo Health Services’ healthcare textile network. This role is responsible for ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of all production facilities, equipment, and physical plant systems that support Novo’s healthcare partners.
The Director of Engineering partners closely with executive leadership, operations, and plant teams to develop and execute engineering strategies that improve equipment reliability, reduce downtime, optimize energy utilization, and support long-term capital planning. This position plays a critical role in supporting Novo’s continued growth by standardizing engineering practices, strengthening preventive maintenance programs, and ensuring regulatory and environmental compliance across all facilities.
Provide strategic oversight of engineering and maintenance operations across all Novo production facilities, depots, and corporate properties.
Lead the development and implementation of standardized preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
Ensure reliable operation of plant equipment including wash floor systems, dryers, finishing equipment, conveyors, utilities, and supporting infrastructure.
Establish and monitor engineering performance metrics including equipment uptime, maintenance costs, reliability indicators, and downtime reduction initiatives.
Provide technical guidance and support to plant maintenance leaders and engineering teams.
Lead capital planning, evaluation, and implementation for equipment and infrastructure across existing and new facilities.
Conduct feasibility studies and ROI analysis for automation, equipment upgrades, and facility improvements.
Support plant expansions, facility upgrades, and startup activities for new facilities.
Provide recommendations to executive leadership regarding infrastructure investments and long-term engineering strategy.
Oversee facility infrastructure including boilers, air compressors, water systems, HVAC, and other critical utilities.
Develop and manage energy and water conservation initiatives across the organization.
Monitor and manage utility consumption and fuel costs to improve efficiency and cost control.
Ensure proper maintenance and operation of alarm, safety, and security systems.
Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations including environmental and safety standards.
Support adherence to healthcare laundry industry standards including HLAC, OSHA, and Joint Commission requirements where applicable.
Maintain audit readiness and ensure proper regulatory documentation and reporting.
Lead environmental compliance and sustainability initiatives.
Ensure proper inventory management of critical maintenance parts and equipment.
Oversee procurement of supplies, services, and equipment necessary for engineering operations.
Develop and maintain strategic vendor partnerships to support maintenance, reliability, and capital projects.
Lead, develop, and support engineering and maintenance leadership across the organization.
Recruit, hire, train, and mentor engineering and maintenance personnel.
Conduct performance evaluations and establish clear performance expectations.
Promote a culture of safety, accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
Partner with executive leadership to align engineering strategy with Novo’s long-term growth objectives.
Participate in operational reviews and cross-functional planning discussions.
Stay informed on emerging technologies and industry best practices related to healthcare laundry operations and industrial maintenance.
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field preferred.
Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will be considered.
10+ years of progressive engineering or maintenance leadership experience in industrial or manufacturing environments.
Experience overseeing multi-site engineering or maintenance operations strongly preferred.
Experience in industrial laundry, textile processing, manufacturing, or high-volume production environments highly desirable.
Demonstrated success implementing preventive maintenance programs and reliability initiatives.
Experience leading capital equipment projects, facility upgrades, or infrastructure improvements.
Strong knowledge of industrial equipment, plant utilities, and facility infrastructure.
Experience with CMMS / maintenance management systems.
Strong understanding of safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance requirements.
Proven leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and related business systems.
Ability to travel between company facilities as needed.
Valid driver’s license.
Why This Role Matters at Novo
The Director of Engineering plays a vital role in ensuring that Novo’s facilities operate safely, efficiently, and reliably while supporting healthcare providers who depend on the timely delivery of hygienically processed linens and textiles. Through strong engineering leadership and disciplined maintenance practices, this role helps ensure Novo maintains the highest operational standards across its growing national footprint.
What we can offer you as a full-time associate:
Competitive pay
Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off Program (PTO)
401(k) w/Employer Match
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Medical, Dental, and Vision Programs
Basic Life/AD&D Insurance
Long-Term Disability (LTD)
Why work for Novo Health Services?
NOVO Health Services strives to be the employer of choice in the hospital sterile and hygienically clean linen industry. To do that, we provide a safe, positive work environment where our associates experience tremendous growth and related opportunities for advancement.
Complete an on-line application at www.novohealthservices.com!
All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin veteran, or disability status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. Drug-Free Workplace.