Principal Electrical Engineer

Job ID 10126440 Location Anaheim, California, United States Business Disneyland Resort Date posted Aug. 11, 2025

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Job Summary:

“We Power the Magic!” That’s our motto at Disney Experiences (DX). At Disney, you’ll help inspire magic by enabling our teams to push the limits of entertainment and create innovative built environments.

The position is responsible for maintaining reliable electrical service throughout the Disneyland Resort and offsite facilities by providing system engineering, field engineering, and maintenance support for the Resort's 208V, 480V, 5kV, and 12kV electrical distribution systems and central plant systems. Reviews maintenance and testing reports and provides technical guidance to the Resort’s maintenance teams. Provides timely direction and assistance for the restoration of electrical service following a forced power outage or a State of California mandated load reduction. The role collaborates with WDI and Resort partners for “special events” and other Resort operational activities. The Principal Electrical Engineer solves unique and complex problems, requiring innovative thinking to develop solutions.

The engineer in this position will be responsible for the performance/management of the low voltage distribution systems through:
•   Supporting diverse lines of business such as operations, maintenance, Entertainment, and others, with answers to electrical questions, code interpretation, and engineering and/or other design solutions.
•   Being on-call for response to outages or other facility-related electrical emergencies.
•   Acting as an Electrical Safety Subject Matter Expert and as an Electrical Safety Champion
•   Supporting the Integrated Funding Team by determining and defining electrical scope for proposed projects
•   Coordinating system assessments and inspections to evaluate conditions, operations and maintenance requirements; planning, and engineering of electrical projects to comply with applicable standards and regulations.
•   Reviewing the Utility developed switching “programs” for the isolation of portions of the electrical system needed for maintenance and construction activities.
•   Developing and maintaining system drawings and standards created by in-house and outside designers for accuracy, adequacy, quality, and completeness.
•   Providing recommendations for system improvements, enhancements, replacement and ensuring the electrical projects comply with applicable building codes, e.g., NEC, NESC Title 24, CBC, NFPA, OSHA, insurance underwriter requirements, and Disneyland Resort Standards.
•   Collaborating with Resort partners and outside consultants / contractors for the maintenance of the Resort’s one-line diagrams, power system studies, power management system, and the development of energy management solutions.
•   Providing engineering support for the Resort’s central chiller, boiler, and compressed air plants.

Required:
•   BA/BS Electrical Engineering with an emphasis on power systems design and operation.
•   Professional Engineering License (PE) in the State of California.
•   Minimum of 15 years of experience in the engineering system design, maintenance, and repair of electrical equipment.
•   Experience using computer-based electrical engineering and design tools including SKM Power Tools, ESRI ArcGIS and energy use modeling programs.
•   Proficiency in the use of email, AutoCAD, Revit, and MS Office.
•   Extensive knowledge of NEC, NESC, Title 24, OSHA, ANSI etc.
•   Excellent oral, written, listening and communication skills.
•   Ability to clearly communicate verbally and in writing complex issues to non-technical peers and to leadership.
•   Strong interpersonal and team-building skills.
•   Personal integrity and strong customer focus.
•   Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
•   Experience with distribution systems in a campus environment. Including supporting the efficient operation of chiller plants, boiler plants, compressed air production, pumps, power management systems, circuit breakers, transformers, motors, meters, environmental sustainability, variable speed drive systems, and energy efficiency programs and projects.

Preferred:
•   MA/MS Electrical Engineering with an emphasis on power systems design and operation.
•   Ability to communicate and work with craft labor and contractors to facilitate system repairs and equipment maintenance.
•   Knowledge of medium voltage construction methods and protective devices including SEL protective relays and RTUs.
•   Experience incorporating electrical distribution systems configuration and data into a Geographic Information System (ArcGIS).

The hiring range for this position in California is $148,200.00-$183,900.00 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.

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About Disneyland Resort:

When Walt Disney opened Disneyland on July 17, 1955, he said he hoped it would be “a source of joy and inspiration to all the world.” Since then, the Disneyland Resort has welcomed more than 800 million guests, expanding to become an approximately 500-acre, multifaceted, world-class family resort destination, complete with two renowned Disney theme parks, three hotels and the exciting shopping, dining and entertainment area known as Downtown Disney District. Through a combination of creativity, technology and innovation, the resort brings storytelling to new heights, and Disneyland Resort cast members play an integral part in bringing that Disney magic to life for thousands of guests every day.

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 Disneyland 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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