Senior Structural Engineer

Job ID 10150137 Location Lake Buena Vista, Florida, United States Business Walt Disney World Resort Date posted May 05, 2026

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Job Summary:

About the Role

As a Sr Structural Engineer, you will play a critical role in ensuring that complex facilities within the Disney Experiences portfolio remain safe, reliable, and immersive for guests from around the world. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team with our Facility Asset Management (FAM) Team, you will apply advanced structural engineering expertise to both new and existing assets, helping to sustain the integrity of buildings and infrastructure that support theme parks, resorts, and related experiences while upholding Disney's high standards of quality, innovation, and guest satisfaction.

What You Will Do:

In this role, you will serve as an owner's representative and technical authority for structural engineering, including design, review, and maintenance strategies for steel, concrete, and wood-framed commercial and industrial facilities across Disney property. You will collaborate closely with consultants, project management, maintenance, and operations teams to evaluate existing structures, develop repair solutions, and guide construction, ensuring that assets remain safe, efficient, and aligned with the creative and guest-focused nature of Disney. This role matters because it safeguards the built environment that underpins world-class theme parks, resorts, and vacation experiences, requiring a skilled, proficient, independent worker who is an effective communicator, mentor, and problem-solver to be successful. On any given day, you might:

Provide structural engineering design for steel, concrete, and wood-framed commercial and industrial facilities, including both new construction and modifications to existing assets.
Perform and review structural condition assessments, including evaluation of corrosion in steel structures, and develop repair details to extend the life of critical assets.
Coordinate and oversee external structural engineering consultants, providing clear direction, technical guidance, and ongoing design oversight to ensure alignment with project and safety requirements.
Conduct peer reviews of third-party structural designs, calculations, and drawings to verify code compliance, constructability, and long-term performance.
Collaborate closely with maintenance teams, operations, and leadership to evaluate options for managing structural assets and prioritizing repairs or upgrades.
Compile and review construction documents and specifications.
Perform field investigations of existing structures to document conditions, validate assumptions, and support engineering recommendations.
Serve as a primary structural engineering point of contact for project management teams, providing timely technical input throughout project lifecycles.
Research and interpret existing structural drawings, designs, and calculations to support modifications, assessments, and compliance reviews.
Assist with permitting applications and coordination with the Authority Having Jurisdiction, including the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District (CFTOD).

Required Skills and Qualifications:

Professional Engineer (PE) license in the State of Florida, or PE in another state with the ability to obtain Florida licensure within six months of employment.
Continued employment contingent upon obtaining all required Florida professional licenses and certifications within six months of start date.
Minimum 7 years of experience in structural engineering, including design of steel, concrete, and wood structures.
Experience performing condition assessments and evaluating corrosion in steel structures.
Demonstrated proficiency with structural analysis and design software, as well as standard office and administrative applications.
Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and RISA-3D.
Skilled at presenting complex technical information to partners and stakeholders who may not have an engineering background.
Proficient, independent worker with strong multi-tasking abilities, able to manage multiple priorities without close supervision while remaining effective and detail-oriented.
Demonstrated problem-solver with the ability to offer new perspectives on existing solutions and mentor colleagues with less experience.
Dedication to continuing education and ongoing training to maintain and expand technical and professional skills.
Flexibility to work some nights, weekends, and holidays based on project needs.

Education:

Bachelor's degree or higher in a related engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited curriculum.

Required Certifications:

Active Professional Engineer (PE) license as described above.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working with BIM 360 and/or Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC) for collaboration and document management.
Background supporting projects in theme parks, resorts, travel, or other guest-focused environments.
Previous experience creating and maintaining inventories of various structural assets.
Previous experience in structural sustaining support in an existing facility.

Preferred Education:

Master's degree in Structural Engineering or a related engineering field.

Additional Information

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 Florida is $100,100.00-$134,200.00 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 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 Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc., which is part of a business we call Walt Disney World 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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