Building Automation System Engineer

Job Posting Title:

Building Automation System Engineer

Req ID:

10115010

Job Description:

"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?

As a Building Automation System Engineer, you would be a key part of a team of exceptional professionals that make our Parks and Resorts safe, sustainable, and brimming with Disney “magic.”

Being a Building Automation System Engineer at Disney is different, not only because of the truly exceptional variety of systems and projects, but also because our engineers are called upon to be thought-partners at the very early stages of development, and are empowered to act for ongoing projects and maintenance. If you feel you have the skills and ambition to do this job, please apply today!

This role reports to the Team Leader of the Project Design Support Team.

Responsibilities/You Will

• Provide direction and ongoing design oversight to the development of design system packaging of building automation systems created by consultants and contractors. The determination of the suitability of the designs by consultants and contractors is the responsibility of this role.

• Design facility controls from small to large scale projects.

• Create HVAC Sequence of Operations requirements for new installations and renovations. Oversee and guide consultant provided Sequence of Operation designs.

• Program and commission new building automation control systems and modify existing facility controls from controllers to field devices.

• Oversee third-party development of control system graphical representation and provide input on the correct application of the graphics.

• Work closely with maintenance technicians, operations, executives, and system engineers on the management, troubleshooting, and system-level adjustments.

• Perform site visits for the retrieval of field verifications to support the design process (i.e.: details, measurements, existing conditions, product data, etc.).

• Support the development and creation of Requests for Proposals and design estimates.

• Lead your project to develop logical, straightforward solutions to complex problems.

• Act as a strategic thinking partner for stakeholders throughout The Walt Disney Company.

• Work on plans for new attractions or hotels that are years away, finding ways to ensure safety and cost-effectiveness in a way that still allows our famous Imagineers to tell a story.

• Since Guests in our Parks and Resorts deserve things to be operational at all times, you will have to devise ways to “keep the flow going” while making improvements or repairs.

• Develop strong working relationships within your team and throughout the Disney enterprise.

Qualifications

• 7 - 10 years of experience with Building Automation System controls design.

• Knowledgeable of energy management, building automation, time schedules, facility controls and commissioning said systems.

• Experience in HVAC design and systems including chiller and boiler plants, pipe and plumbing systems, air handlers, ductwork, water and air flow diagrams.

• Troubleshooting mechanical systems and low voltage control systems training.

• Ability to perform building automation system level troubleshooting.

• Familiar with actuators, space temperatures, humidity, and CO2 sensors.

• Sharp oral and written communication skills, and ability to “tell the story” to stakeholders who do not have an engineering background.

• Leadership skills, as well as the desire and ability to mentor less experienced engineers.

• Flexibility to work some nights, weekends and holidays, according to the project.

• Familiarity with ASHRAE Guidelines.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited curriculum.

Preferred Qualifications
 

• PE license in the State of Florida or the ability to obtain one within 1 year.

• Knowledge of motor and lighting control schematics including control relays.

• Proficient with the system programming and commissioning.

• Experience with Carrier Controls i-Vu system is a plus.

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:

FOS

Job Posting Primary Business:

Facilities Asset Mgmt (WDW)

Primary Job Posting Category:

Systems Engineer

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Lake Buena Vista, FL, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2025-04-21