Manager of Engineering - Lake Buena Vista, FL, USA

Job Posting Title:

Manager of Engineering

Req ID:

10091719

Job Description:

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!

Curious to learn more? As the Manager of Engineer, you will be responsible for leading the Orlando-based Engineering Studio. You will work with the Engineering Design Studio Executive!

You Will

• Defines global engineering practice resource strategies and project delivery strategies against project menu while coordinating with Portfolio Design Managers, Construction Managers, Project Controls and Project Managers
• Serves as the primary liaison with the Authorities Having Jurisdiction for Walt Disney World and negotiates creative solutions while addressing nuances of code requirements and system requirements for large projects.
• Leads Orlando-based engineering teams on major theme park and hotel resort projects through all phases of engineering design, production, installation, testing, and documentation.
• Acts as Imagineering's global subject matter expert (SME) for the manager’s engineering discipline.
• Works with Imagineering Design Management, Project Management and Sourcing Teams to develop Engineer of Record (EOR) contracts and serves as Responsible Individual (RI).
• Works with Orlando-based Engineering leads to supervise progress and earned value on all projects, and ensure that technical quality, interdisciplinary coordination and production requirements (budget, schedule) are met
• Provides technical oversight of major project construction activities, and guides facility commissioning
• Leads conformance and updates to Imagineering Facility Engineering department standards, procedures, and specifications
• Analyzes and recommends improvements to existing resort infrastructure systems in support of the Company's environmental goals
• Champions the adoption of new processes, technologies, methods and partners with stakeholders to implement.
• Advocates the implementation of sustainable design

You Will Have

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Fire Protection Engineering (or a related field with M.S. in FPE)
• Licensure as a Professional Engineer in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, FPE or related field
• A minimum of 10 years leading a team in the production of contract construction documents for large scale, complex projects
• 15 or more years of experience
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and Revit
• Ability to travel domestically

Preferred Qualifications

• 5 or more years experience with theme parks or resort hotels
• Participation in committees regarding Building and Fire Codes and NFPA Codes and Standards preferred
• Solid understanding of OSHA compliance principles
• An advanced degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Fire Protection Engineering (or a related field with M.S. in FPE)
• Active affiliation with professional engineering societies

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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Job Posting Segment:

WDI Delivery

Job Posting Primary Business:

Project Design & Delivery (WDI)

Primary Job Posting Category:

Engineering Project Management

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Lake Buena Vista, FL, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2024-05-31