Electrical Engineer- Projects
The Walt Disney Company
Job Posting Title:
Electrical Engineer- ProjectsReq ID:
10137900Job Description:
Join the Reedy Creek Energy Services Project Management Department as an Electrical Engineer – Projects and play a pivotal role in delivering innovative capital and maintenance projects for our electric distribution system. In this fast-paced environment, you’ll drive project planning, design coordination, and field support, ensuring every initiative is executed safely, on time, and within budget—all while meeting the highest technical and operational standards.
Collaborate closely with operations and project managers to seamlessly integrate engineering requirements into project workflows. You’ll champion clear communication among stakeholders and actively support construction activities from kickoff to closeout. If you thrive on organization, attention to detail, and are eager to expand your technical and project management expertise in a dynamic utility setting, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact.
This position reports to the Manager of Projects, Electrical.
What You Will Do
Support the planning and execution of underground electric distribution projects, including cable replacements, duct bank installations, switchgear upgrades, and associated communication or SCADA improvements.
Assist project managers with developing scopes of work, schedules, budgets, and resource plans for assigned projects.
Coordinate with engineering, operations, GIS, construction crews, and external contractors to ensure project requirements and design intent are clearly understood.
Help prepare project documentation including drawings, specifications, bid packages, submittal reviews, and as-built records.
Conduct on-site field visits to verify existing underground conditions, support construction activities, and track project progress.
Assist with project risk identification and mitigation, including reliability and outage impact assessments.
Maintain accurate and organized project files, tracking logs, and records to support project reporting and compliance needs.
Provide support for commissioning activities, equipment testing, and project closeout deliverables.
Participate in troubleshooting efforts for distribution equipment or systems related to ongoing project work.
Required Qualifications & Skills
- Foundational understanding of electrical distribution systems, with interest in underground infrastructure such as cables, vaults, manholes, and switchgear.
- 2+ years of experience in electrical distribution.
- Proficiency with diagnostic and performance monitoring tools.
- Proactive problem-solving skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple teams.
- Strong organizational and communication skills suited for a project-driven environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- 5 years of experience in electric distribution.
- Registration as a professional engineer (PE) in the State of Florida
- Proven ability to negotiate effective decision-making with clients and internal/external service providers across all project phases.
Education
- Bachelor's Degree in Science in electrical engineering (or equivalent) from an ABET-accredited institution is required.
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:
FOSJob Posting Primary Business:
RCES (WDW)Primary Job Posting Category:
Electrical Equipment EngineeringEmployment Type:
Full timePrimary City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Lake Buena Vista, FL, USAAlternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Date Posted:
2025-12-23