Senior Electrical Engineer

Job ID 10125309 Location Lake Buena Vista, Florida, United States Business Walt Disney World Resort Date posted Jul. 28, 2025

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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?"

Come join us as a Senior Electrical Engineer for the Planning & Sustaining Team at Reedy Creek Energy Services (RCES) which is a small team of highly trained and skilled engineers responsible for providing engineering oversight for over 40 square miles of utility infrastructure serving the Walt Disney Company. As the Senior Electrical Engineer, you will provide engineering services to support the portfolio of capital improvement projects, ensuring consistency with department strategy, commitments, and goals. This role will be the primary asset owner responsible for sustainment of and the development of strategic plans supporting process control and communication systems.

The Senior Electrical Engineer will be a direct report to the Planning & Sustaining Engineering Team Lead, RCES Engineering & Programs.

This position will be a full-time, in the office position in Orlando, FL.

You Will

Serve as a subject matter expert in solving complex issues related to the operation and maintenance of electrical utility systems.
Develop proposals for electric system asset replacement to ensure adequate system capacity and reliability.
Develop and maintain electric design and construction standards and operating guidelines.
Evaluate and review equipment specifications; assess new products and services for potential implementation.
Perform utility studies, including, but not limited to, long-range plans, protection/sectionalizing, arc flash, power factor correction, contingency evaluations, system loss, grounding, protection (relay coordination and settings) and system reliability utilizing engineering analysis software.
Prepare substation feeder analysis showing all critical attributes including load allocation, load flow, voltage drop and fault current on substation and distributor systems utilizing engineering analysis software.
Provide oversight for capital improvement planning to address system capacity, end-of-life equipment replacement and asset improvements to enhance capacity and reliability.
Develop procedures for routine operations and troubleshooting specialized equipment and systems.
Partner with the Electric Operations team on maintenance and reliability of the electric distribution system.

You Will Have

5+ years of experience in utility distribution operations and maintenance.
Experience with one or more of the following: electrical transmission, substation, underground distribution systems, material and equipment (69kV, 12kV, 5kV).
Working knowledge of applicable standards and codes applicable to electric utility systems including IEEE and NESC Standards.
Possess strong analytical skills with the ability to resolve complex technical issues.
Ability to interpret wiring and schematic drawings.
Ability to model electrical systems using one or more of the following, SKM, DNV Synergi, Aspen, ETAP.
Must be available to work outside normal work hours in response to job demand, equipment availability, and system/equipment emergencies as required including in adverse weather events.
Ability to manage workload and balance constantly evolving priorities while maintaining productivity.
Able to work individually or as part of a team to develop new control schemes, support existing schemes, and test and evaluate equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

Current registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Florida or current registration in another state with the ability to become registered in Florida within six (6) months of employment. Note that registration in Florida is a requirement of employment.
Knowledge of NERC standards and compliance conditions.

Required Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited institution is required.

Additional Information

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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 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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