Senior Facilities Quality Engineer

The Walt Disney Company; Lake Buena Vista (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading family entertainment company as a Senior Facilities Quality Engineer, where you will ensure the safety and quality of systems that are crucial for guest and cast experiences. You will work collaboratively on a range of significant safety systems and enhance facility assets, helping to create the magic that Disney is known for.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of Engineering experience is required.
• Experience with facility safety systems is essential.
• Ability to manage multiple projects effectively.

Responsibilities

• Spearhead development of processes for facility maintenance.
• Develop inspection programs for structural integrity.
• Provide engineering support for quality assurance.

Skills

Inspection of structures

Written and verbal communication

Project management

Knowledge of MS Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Smartsheet

Maximo

Job description

Senior Facilities Quality Engineer

Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10108268 Location Lake Buena Vista, Florida, United States Business Walt Disney World Resort Date postedJun. 06, 2025

Job Summary:

“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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About Walt Disney World Resort:

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.

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 World Resort .

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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