Senior Facilities Quality Engineer

Walt Disney; Lake Buena Vista (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Walt Disney is seeking a Senior Facilities Quality Engineer to ensure the safety of resort assets through robust inspection programs and compliance with safety standards. You will collaborate with various departments to maintain high-quality standards in life safety systems and construction integrity. This role promises an engaging work environment focused on innovation and safety.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of engineering experience.
• Experience in inspecting structural elements.
• Ability to present complex data.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain inspection programs for structural assets.
• Ensure compliance with safety codes and standards.
• Provide engineering support to internal partners.

Skills

Inspection of structures

Design and construction safety systems

Communication skills

Project management

Regulatory knowledge

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor's in Civil, Structural or Fire Protection Engineering

Master's degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

AutoCAD

Smartsheet

Maximo

Job description

Job Posting Title:

Senior Facilities Quality Engineer

Req ID:

10108268

Job Description:

“We create happiness.” That’s our motto at Walt Disney Parks and Resorts. And it permeates everything we do. At Disney, you’ll help encourage that magic by enabling our teams to push the limits and build the never-before-seen! Are you ready to join this team and make an impact?"

What do the Magic Kingdom’s TRON Lightcycle Run, Disney’s Gran Destino Tower at Coronado Springs, and Oga’s Cantina at Galaxy’s Edge all have in common? They’re all beloved experiences at Walt Disney World that rely on life safety systems! At Disney, safety is our top priority, and behind the scenes, an array of advanced systems quietly ensures the safety of our guests and cast members every day.

As a Facilities Senior Quality Engineer, you will be responsible for maintaining and assuring the quality of critical systems like initial and ongoing quality of such systems as fire protection, smoke control, oxygen displacement monitoring, water quality, overhead safety, and more.. The role is unique, not only because of the diversity of systems and projects but also because our engineers are involved as thought partners from the earliest stages of development and are empowered to take action on ongoing projects and maintenance.

The Facilities Senior Quality Engineer will report to Manager, Quality Engineering.

What You Will Do

On any given day, as a Facilities Senior Quality Engineer, you might:

• Spearhead and partner with other departments in the development of processes and procedures for the assessment and maintenance of facility assets, including compliance with internal and external standards.
• Develop an inspection program to examine and assess the structural attributes throughout the resort, including structural supports and foundations, buildings, free-standing structures, bridges, wind and seismic integrity, and other structural elements constructed from a combination of steel, wood, and concrete.
• Implementation and maintenance of the inspection scopes of work for contracted structural inspections and assurance of compliance with internal and regulatory requirements.
• Review results of contracted and internal structural inspections of facilities and provide engineering dispositions for minor findings resulting from those inspections.
• Review and assess alignment of requirements and frequency between internal documentation such as Facility Requirements, Operating Guides, Job Plans, and maintenance criteria.
• Participate in hazard analysis and design reviews for compliance with codes and standards.
• Provide general Engineering support to internal partners, such as Quality Assurance, Engineering, Maintenance, Operations, and others as required.
• Assist with the completion of all necessary documentation, including but not limited to drawings, procedures, training, and certification to permit and ensure the safe use of the system by Cast and Guests.

Required Qualifications & Skills

Here’s what you need to be successful at this job:

• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in Engineering, showing increasing levels of responsibility.
• Proven experience inspecting structures including, but not limited to, foundations, overhead installations, buildings and facades, pedestrian and transportation amenities, fall protection anchor points, and other load bearing elements.
• Experience with design, construction, installation, inspection and/or commissioning of facility safety systems that meet regulatory and internal standards.
• Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills; able to present complex data relationship in concise and straight forward presentations.
• Ability to manage, balance, and prioritize multiple projects.
• Proven knowledge of MS Office.
• Ability to work after hours and off-shift hours as required.
• Familiarity with industry and regulatory standards (ASTM, SAE, state, or federal codes).

Preferred Qualifications

It would be great if you also have:

• Professional Engineer’s License or equivalent

• Minimum 2 years of amusement park experience
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Smartsheet, AirTable, Maximo, and electronic document management systems.

Required Education

• Bachelor's Degree

Preferred Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil, Structural or Fire Protection Engineering or related field
• Master's degree in Engineering, Engineering or Construction Management.

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Job Posting Segment:

Worldwide Safety, Health, Engineer & Sourcing

Job Posting Primary Business:

Safety Assurance (WSHES)

Primary Job Posting Category:

Quality Assurance

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Lake Buena Vista, FL, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2025-04-08