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Senior Electrical Engineer (PH)

Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10096056 Location Lake Buena Vista, Florida, United States Business Walt Disney Imagineering Date posted Sep. 13, 2024

Job Summary:

Walt Disney Imagineering is the creative force that imagines, designs, and brings to life all Disney theme parks, resorts, attractions, and cruise ships worldwide. Working across a spectrum of disciplines that range from creative and conceptual to scientific and technical, Imagineers blend an innovative mixture of storytelling, art, science, and technology to create immersive experiences, memorable destinations, and innovative entertainment for families around the globe.

Nearly every project at Walt Disney Imagineering includes a first-of-its-kind. Innovation is in our DNA, and Imagineers constantly push the boundaries of technology and invent new goals as well as the solutions to achieve them. As Imagineers, one of our greatest rewards is knowing that the experiences and environments we create inspire others. The diversity of expertise at Imagineering makes us uniquely capable of influencing positive change in our communities and around the world. And knowing that we have helped make a difference is incredibly fulfilling and inspiring for all of us!

Curious to learn more? This team is responsible for electrical engineering including design, analysis, calculations and specifications for low and medium voltage power distribution systems; emergency power, generators and UPS standby systems; lighting systems and controls; fire alarm systems; communication systems; and HVAC controls!

You Will

  • Prepare designs and analysis in support of construction contract document production
  • Ensure technical quality and conformance to department standards and procedures
  • With minimal supervision, responsible for electrical engineering design, analysis, calculations and specifications for multiple attractions of medium complexity
  • Organize and develop project design criteria and engineering work plans for projects of varying complexity
  • Become completely familiar with and be able to edit electrical sections of WDI master specifications
  • Take responsibility for obtaining building department approvals when required
  • Answer construction bid period questions and respond to and resolve field issues and questions
  • Provide technical direction to in-house engineers and designers, and to outside consultants in the production of construction contract documents
  • May lead a small team of electrical engineers and designers in the production of construction documents for multiple attractions of medium complexity through all phases of design
  • May direct US-based consultants to whom design is outsourced for WDI projects world-wide
  • May have Engineer of Record responsibility

You Will Have

  • Professional registration in Electrical Engineering
  • Graduate of an accredited engineering school with a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering
  • Working knowledge of electrical engineering, including current technologies and codes
  • 6 or more years of work experience in electrical engineering
  • A minimum of 2 years managing a team of electrical engineers and designers in the production of contract documents for construction
  • Construction phase experience including the submittal/shop drawing review process and on-site field inspections
  • General knowledge of the electrical engineering discipline, including industry practices, construction methods and materials, codes, current technology and the preparation and use of contract documents in all phases of design and construction
  • Knowledge of the use of 3D CAD technology and analytical software for electrical engineering design, short circuit, circuit breaker coordination, and arc-flash hazard analysis
  • Knowledge of electrical load and energy calculations and basic electrical engineering calculations

Preferred Qualifications

  • An advanced degree in the electrical engineering field
  • 10 or more years of relevant work experience

Additional Information

Benefits and Perks: Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life. This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities and special extras that only Disney can provide. Learn more about our benefits and perks at https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

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About Walt Disney Imagineering:

Founded in 1952 as WED Enterprises to design and build the world’s first theme park — Disneyland — Walt Disney Imagineering (WDI) is where imagination and creativity combine with cutting-edge technology to create unforgettable experiences. WDI is the creative force that imagines, designs and builds all Disney theme parks, resorts, attractions and cruise ships worldwide. Imagineering’s unique strength comes from its diverse global team of creative and technical professionals, who build on Disney’s legacy of storytelling to pioneer new forms of entertainment. The Imagineers who practice this unique blend of art and science work in more than 100 disciplines to shepherd an idea all the way from “blue sky” concept phase to opening day.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc., which is part of a business we call Walt Disney Imagineering.

Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

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