Staff Mechanical Engineer

“We create happiness.” That’s our motto at Disney Experiences. At Disney, you’ll help inspire magic by enabling our teams to push the limits of entertainment and create innovative built environments. You will collaborate to develop ideas/thoughts into physical reality! The Architecture & Facilities Engineering (A&FE) team is looking for a Staff Mechanical Engineer to support the development and sustainment of projects we support throughout the Disneyland Resort. Our department supports a wide range of project types including Attractions, Maintenance, Foods, Merchandise, and Entertainment. Projects range from minor renovations to new facilities. You will also support immediate response efforts with reactionary projects.

You will act as the Staff Mechanical Engineering Owner’s Representative with technical expertise for mechanical engineering issues, design management of in-house and outside resources, code compliance, Disney design standards, documentation, specifications, and life cycle cost analysis for best value. This role also involves close collaboration with other engineering disciplines and multiple Disney project teams including FAM, WDI, Entertainment, and Operations.

You will report to the Senior Manager for MEP Engineering with DLR Architecture & Facilities Engineering.

What You Will Do

• Act as Owner’s Representative on projects from concept through construction at the Disneyland Resort. Project types will include shops, rides, hotels, shows, maintenance facilities, and nearly any built facility and area development found on our property.

• Manage the design and development of contract documents of projects with in-house and outside resources to meet project scopes, schedules and budgets.

• Develop concepts and Request for Proposals (RFP)s.

• Attend, participate, and problem solve during site visits from concept through construction.

• Review drawings and specifications and ensure that all projects are designed and executed to applicable codes and statutes

• Work with stakeholders to provide civil engineering resources to develop project scope including design, planning and code compliance for estimation and feasibility.

• Resolve design issues creatively and thoroughly coordinating design with other disciplines.

• Develop clear technical analyses and recommend frameworks to inform executive review and approval.

• Partner with internal teams to develop, maintain, communicate, and enforce Walt Disney Company design guidelines, standards, master specifications, and details.

• As the owner's representative, you'll review with a focus on constructability, efficiency, and long-term maintainability.

• Liaison with City officials and external agencies to ensure project scope and implementation is coordinated and compliant with external requirements.

• Research Record Drawings in Disneyland Archives.

• Perform field work to investigate and assess mechanical related infrastructure in the Resort.

• Independently review new and existing design drawings and calculations.

• Review shop drawing submittals and respond to vendor requests for information per Resort standards.

• Coordinate design activities and monitor field installations and demolition work that comply with specifications and code requirements.

• Perform reviews of existing infrastructure: propose upgrades and replacements, present findings and recommendations.

• Serve as Engineer of Record on assigned projects, including signing and sealing construction documents when required.

• Design with focus on constructability, efficiency, and long-term maintainability.

• Expedite the receipt of sample submittals required for final design approval.

• Participate in weekly design coordination meetings and prioritize items to minimize schedule impacts.

• Assist Project and Design Managers to resolve design compliance issues relating to Projects requirements. Validate that all Item Specifications are consistent with products installed before archiving manuals.

• Support Executive Design Reviews by contributing technical content, analysis, and coordination as requested by Project or Design Management.

What We Look For

• 10+ years of experience in mechanical engineering design, HVAC/DX/VRF/CHW applications, central plant development and operational guidance, hydraulics, hydronics, compressed air, overall kitchen designs and implementation.

• Ability to support project partners in procurement and construction.

• Experience with AutoCAD, Revit, ACC, and other engineering-based software.

• Working knowledge of both National and Local Standards and Codes.

Required Education and Licensure

• BS Mechanical Engineering or related field from an ABET accredited university.

• Current registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of California in good standing.

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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 

The hiring range for this position in Anaheim, CA is $126,800.00 to $154,800.00 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographical 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.