Principal Civil Engineer - Project Hire/Internal Assignment

Job ID 10141787 Location Glendale, California, United States Business Walt Disney Imagineering Date posted Jan. 28, 2026

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Job Summary:

About the Role & Team:

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.

The Civil Engineering team's responsibilities include design, analysis, and calculations and specifications for hydrology/hydraulics, sanitary and storm sewage, storm water management, water treatment, potable water and other utilities for the site/area development of an individual facility/attraction, land, or theme park project.

You will report to Civil Engineering Manager.

This is a Project Hire position without any guarantee of permanent placement.

What You Will Do:

Responsible for civil engineering design, analysis, and calculations for large or highly complex site/area development projects at the land-level, or such projects that require advanced technical specialty (i.e. hydrology/hydraulics) within the Civil Engineering function with no supervision
Perform peer reviews of work product of other department staff
Serve as a technical expert, role model and mentor to junior staff
Develop scopes of work, engineering soft cost design estimates and resource plans
Provide technical direction to in-house engineers and designers, and to outside consultants in the production of construction contract documents
Will be expected to work independently without supervision
May lead a large team of civil engineers and designers on large, complex projects at the land-level through all phases of design

Required Qualifications & Skills:

12 years or more experience in civil engineering
Experience designing detention/retention ponds
Experience designing complex utility systems for large infrastructure projects with broad knowledge of the civil engineering discipline
Working knowledge of grading
Working knowledge of hydrology/hydraulics
Detailed familiarity with civil design and knowledge of Civil 3D
Strong interpersonal skills

Preferred Qualifications & Skills:

Experience using Autodesk Construction Cloud
Experience leading a design team
Some knowledge in design of water treatment facilities for water features and its corresponding recirculation systems.

Education:

Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering required
Professional registration in Civil Engineering required
An advanced degree in the Civil Engineering field is desirable

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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The hiring range for this position in Glendale, CA is $139,200 - $186,600 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 Walt Disney Imagineering:

Founded in 1952 as WED Enterprises to design and build the world’s first theme park — Disneyland — Walt Disney Imagineering (WDI) is where imagination and creativity combine with cutting-edge technology to create unforgettable experiences. WDI is the creative force that imagines, designs and builds all Disney theme parks, resorts, attractions and cruise ships worldwide. Imagineering’s unique strength comes from its diverse global team of creative and technical professionals, who build on Disney’s legacy of storytelling to pioneer new forms of entertainment. The Imagineers who practice this unique blend of art and science work in more than 100 disciplines to shepherd an idea all the way from “blue sky” concept phase to opening 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 Walt Disney Imagineering.

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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