About this role
Job Posting Title:
Senior Electrical Engineer - Project Hire/Internal AssignmentReq ID:
10128414Job Description:
About the Role & Team
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.
The electrical engineering team will design, analyze, calculate and create 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 for an individual facility/attraction, area development, land, or theme park project.
In this position, the Senior Electrical Engineer - Project Hire will report to Manager, Electrical Engineering.
This is a Project Hire position without any guarantee of permanent placement.
What You Will Do:
Plans and implements the design, manufacture, installation and/or maintenance of electrical systems and apparatus, such as electric motors, machinery controls, lighting, wiring and power systems/devices, for the generation, transmission and control of electric power for multiple attractions
Maintain and ensure conformance to department standards, procedures, and specifications
Organize and develop project design criteria and engineering work plans for projects of varying complexity
Provide technical direction to in-house engineers and designers, and to outside consultants in the production of construction contract documents
Monitor work progress and ensure that technical quality, interdisciplinary coordination and production requirements are met
Monitor performance against the project design schedule, budget and earned value
Take responsibility for obtaining building department approvals when required
Answer construction bid period questions and respond to and resolve field issues and questions. Conduct on-site visits, inspections, and field reports
May have Engineer of Record responsibility
Required Qualifications & Skills
6 or more years of work experience in electrical engineering
Construction phase experience including the submittal/shop drawing review process and on-site field inspections
Prior experience with Revit
Preferred Qualifications
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 electrical medium and low voltage power distribution systems
Knowledge of electrical engineering, including current technologies and codes
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
Experience leading a small team of electrical engineers and designers in the production of contract documents for construction
Education
Graduate of an accredited engineering school with a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering required
Advanced degree in the electrical engineering field is desirable
Certification and Licenses
Licensed as a professional electrical engineer
Active membership in IEEE, IES, or IAEI is desirable
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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The hiring range for this position in Glendale, CA is $115,500 to $154,800 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.Job Posting Segment:
WDI Global Business Operations & StrategyJob Posting Primary Business:
Design Mgmt & Engineering (WDI)Primary Job Posting Category:
Electrical Equipment EngineeringEmployment Type:
Full timePrimary City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Glendale, CA, USAAlternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Date Posted:
2025-08-11Other facts
About The Walt Disney Company
Imagine a career at Disneyland Paris.
From the moment you arrive, you’ll be immersed in a dynamic and multicultural team of talent that welcomes our Guests every day to create magical souvenirs they’ll cherish forever. Since 1992, we’ve opened our Park gates to 320 million visitors and made the dreams of millions come true!
You too could be part of the magic!
The success in delivering these projects and their stories is thanks to our team of 15,000 Cast Members who live Walt Disney’s vision: they bring imagination and wonder to our guests while seeing their own careers flourish.
And this is where you can get involved. We have 500 different job profiles across our corporate and operations departments, so whether you’re interested in the operational roles within our Park, maybe to work part-time alongside your studies, or if you’re interested in Marketing, Finance, Engineering and our other corporate roles, we invite you to apply to us!
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What you'll do
- The Senior Electrical Engineer will design and implement electrical systems for various attractions and ensure compliance with department standards. Responsibilities include providing technical direction, monitoring project progress, and obtaining necessary approvals.
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