Senior Electrical Engineer- Utility Projects
The Walt Disney Company
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The Walt Disney Company is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer- Projects for Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, FL. This role supports the Reedy Creek Energy Services Project Management Department in planning, designing, overseeing field work and documenting capital and maintenance projects for the electric distribution system.
Responsibilities include managing external design firms, coordinating underground distribution work, developing scopes, schedules and budgets, and assisting
Qualifications
- Utility experience in high voltage (up to 15kV) electric distribution systems.
- ABET-accredited engineering degree required.
- 5+ years in electrical distribution.
- Proficiency with diagnostic and performance monitoring tools.
- Strong cross-team collaboration and problem-solving abilities.
Responsibilities
- Manage external design firms to meet requirements, quality, schedules and budgets.
- Support underground distribution projects, including cable replacements and switchgear upgrades.
- Develop scopes of work, schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
- Coordinate with engineering, operations, GIS, construction crews and contractors.
- Prepare drawings, specifications, bid packages, submittals and as-built records.
- Conduct on-site field visits to verify conditions and track progress.
- Assist with risk identification, outage impact assessments, and mitigation.
- Maintain organized project files and reporting documentation.
- Support commissioning, equipment testing and project closeout deliverables.
- Troubleshoot distribution equipment-related issues during projects.
- Be flexible to respond to after-hour emergencies on short notice.
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Job description
Job ID 10155019
Location Lake Buena Vista, Florida, United States
Business Walt Disney World Resort
Date posted Aug. 14, 2026
The Senior Electrical Engineer- Projects supports the Reedy Creek Energy Services Project Management Department in the successful execution of capital and maintenance projects for the utility’s electric distribution system. This role assists with project planning, design coordination, field support, and documentation to ensure projects are delivered safely on schedule, and within budget while meeting technical standards and operational needs.
Working with operations and project managers, the Electrical Engineer- Projects helps integrate engineering requirements into project workflows, ensures accurate communication between stakeholders, and supports construction activities from initiation through closeout. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and eager to build technical and project delivery skills in a utility environment.
This position reports to the Manager of Projects, Electrical.
Manage and oversee external design firms to ensure engineering designs meet project requirements, quality standards, schedules, and budget constraints
Support the planning and execution of underground electric distribution projects, including cable replacements, duct bank installations, switchgear upgrades, and associated communication or SCADA improvements.
Assist project managers with developing scopes of work, schedules, budgets, and resource plans for assigned projects.
Coordinate with engineering, operations, GIS, construction crews, and external contractors to ensure project requirements and design intent are clearly understood.
Help prepare project documentation including drawings, specifications, bid packages, submittal reviews, and as-built records.
Conduct on-site field visits to verify existing underground conditions, support construction activities, and track project progress.
Assist with project risk identification and mitigation, including reliability and outage impact assessments.
Maintain accurate and organized project files, tracking logs, and records to support project reporting and compliance needs.
Provide support for commissioning activities, equipment testing, and project closeout deliverables.
Participate in troubleshooting efforts for distribution equipment or systems related to ongoing project work.
Must be flexible and available to respond to after-hour emergencies under short notice. This includes responding to emergencies outside of normal work shift
Utility experience in high voltage (up to 15kV) electric distribution systems
Proficiency in the design and/or installation understanding of electrical distribution systems, with interest in underground infrastructure such as cables, vaults, manholes, and switchgear.
5+ years of experience in electrical distribution.
Proficiency with diagnostic and performance monitoring tools.
Proactive problem-solving skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple teams.
Strong organizational and communication skills suited for a project-driven environment.
8 years of experience in electric distribution.
Experience with design and construction of various electrical transmission, substation or distribution systems, material and equipment (69kV and 12kV)
Registration as a professional engineer (PE) in the State of Florida
Proven ability to negotiate effective decision-making with clients and internal/external service providers across all project phases.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in science in engineering from an ABET-accredited institution is required.
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 Lake Buena Vista, FL is $100,100.00 to $134,200.00 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.
Since opening in 1971, Walt Disney World Resort has played an important role in many childhood and family memories. Today, hundreds of millions of guests from around the globe visit this magical place to enjoy a Disney vacation. Through a combination of creativity, innovation and technology, the resort immerses guests in classic Disney tales and new kinds of family entertainment. Drawing from a rich heritage of storytelling, Walt Disney World Resort cast members bring Disney magic to life through unmatched attention to detail and superior guest service.
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 Disney Photo Imaging, LLC. , which is part of a business we call Walt Disney World Resort .
Disney Photo Imaging, LLC. 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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