Manager of Mechanical & Facility Systems Engineering

The Walt Disney Company; Lake Buena Vista (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Walt Disney Company in Florida is seeking a Manager of Mechanical & Facility Systems Engineering to lead a multidisciplinary team responsible for sustaining and upgrading critical building systems across resorts and parks. The role emphasizes technical excellence, fast decision-making, and collaboration with cross‑functional partners to ensure guest experiences and operational reliability.

You will mentor engineers and architects, drive root‑cause analyses, and shape strategies for HVAC,

Qualifications

• Licensed Architect or PE license in Florida or reciprocity.
• 10+ years of professional experience in a multi-discipline architecture/engineering environment.
• Knowledge of sustaining engineering practices for complex facilities and system reliability improvement.
• Ability to partner with multiple lines of business in reactive, fast-paced environments and manage stakeholders.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and protocols in facilities/construction environments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with Autodesk Revit and Forma or similar design tools.
• Strong communication skills to explain complex technical issues to non-technical peers and executives.
• Proven success leading high-performing, diverse teams in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversees a team of technical professionals and responds to urgent facility requests, driving root-cause analysis and resolution across complex building systems.
• Lead and develop a team of engineers and architects while resolving sustaining challenges with hands-on support.
• Serve as a trusted technical advisor contributing to root cause analyses, system evaluations, and reliability improvement efforts across HVAC, MEP, and other facility systems.
• Balance leadership with project involvement by prioritizing, allocating resources, and supporting sustaining and project initiatives.
• Drive accountability for closeout processes and ensure owners receive complete technical solutions and long-term recommendations.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Architecture, Engineering, or related

Master's degree in Engineering, Engineering Management, or Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Autodesk Revit

Forma

Job description

Job Posting Title:

Manager of Mechanical & Facility Systems Engineering

Req ID:

10158689

Job Description:

About the Role:

The Mgr-Mechanical & Facility Systems Engineering is a key leader within Disney Experiences, providing functional direction for a team of engineers and specialists who deliver technical support for resort, park, cruise, and other facilities and facility projects across the portfolio. This role also ensures urgent and complex facility issues are resolved quickly and thoroughly, safeguarding guest experiences and operational reliability while aligning sustaining efforts with Disney's strategic priorities. This position will report to the Senior Manager-Programs-Project Design Support.

Responsibilities:

• This leader oversees a team of technical professionals and responds to urgent and non-urgent facility requests, driving root-cause analysis and final resolution across complex building mechanical systems. Partnering closely with Engineering Services, FAM Design Managers and other business leaders, the Mgr-Mechanical & Facility Systems sets priorities, supports sustaining & project portfolios, and resource plans that keep Disney's theme parks, resorts, cruise experiences, and other assets operating safely and reliably for guests from around the world. Success in this role requires a knowledgeable specialist and strategic leader who can prioritize effectively, mentor technical professionals, and collaborate across disciplines to deliver rapid, high-quality technical solutions.
• Lead and develop a team of engineers and architects while remaining actively engaged in resolving complex sustaining challenges, providing technical leadership and hands‑on support to ensure timely closure of facility issues.
• Serve as a trusted technical advisor, contributing directly to root cause analyses, system evaluations, and reliability improvement efforts across HVAC, MEP, and other critical facility systems.
• Balance organizational leadership with active project involvement by setting priorities, allocating resources, and personally supporting high-impact sustaining and project initiatives across Disney Experiences.
• Drive accountability for support outcomes by establishing effective closeout processes, ensuring facility owners receive complete technical solutions, documentation, and long-term recommendations.
• Shape departmental strategy and operational priorities while helping teams translate business objectives into practical, executable solutions.
• Build organizational capability through coaching, mentorship, and knowledge sharing, developing technical depth and leadership skills by working alongside team members and leading by example.
• Foster a culture of ownership, innovation, and customer-focused problem solving by combining strategic leadership with day‑to‑day engagement in the team's most critical challenges.
• Partner across Operations, Engineering Services, and other disciplines to align sustaining strategies, share best practices, and deliver consistent, enterprise-wide solutions.
• Model Disney values through visible leadership, collaboration, and service, creating an inclusive environment where trust, accountability, and professional growth thrive.

Required Qualifications:

• Licensed Architect or Professional Engineering (PE) license in Florida or in a state with reciprocity to Florida.
• 10+ years of professional experience in a multi-discipline architecture/engineering environment.
• Comprehensive knowledge of sustaining engineering practices for complex facilities, including troubleshooting, problem resolution, and system reliability improvement for ride, show, and building systems.
• Demonstrated ability to partner with multiple lines of business in reactive, fast-paced environments while effectively prioritizing work and managing stakeholder expectations.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and protocols applicable to facilities and construction environments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with Autodesk Revit and Forma or similar design and documentation tools.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical issues to non-technical peers and executives and consolidate information into clear, strategic messaging.
• Proven success building, mentoring, and leading high-performing, diverse teams in a collaborative, service-minded environment.

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Architecture, Engineering, or a closely related technical discipline.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Engineering, Engineering Management, or Business Administration.
• Five or more years leading project or organizational teams with salaried direct reports.
• Experience in themed entertainment, hospitality, or complex campus facilities environments that integrate multi-discipline design, operations, and sustaining engineering teams.
• Active participation in professional organizations related to architecture, engineering, or facilities management to stay current with industry tr