Environmental Engineer I

"We make magic.” That’s our motto at Walt Disney Parks and Resorts, and it permeates everything we do. At Disney, you’ll help inspire that magic by enabling our teams to push the limits of entertainment and create the never-before-seen!"

The Disneyland Resort continues to expand and perform rehab work on existing facilities, which requires planning, design, and execution of construction projects. As an Environmental Engineer I, you will support these projects by performing facility surveys, participating in design reviews, and conducting site audits, with a focus on construction compliance for Air Quality, Water Compliance, and Regulated Waste programs. This is an entry-level role designed for recent graduates and early-career professionals with 0-3 years of relevant experience.

You will report to the Senior Manager-Environmental Construction.

This is a Full-Time role.

What You Will Do

• Review facility surveys and perform and approve waste characterizations for rehabilitation, construction work, and waste disposition.
• Prescreen portfolios for construction projects to identify and assess environmental impact and manage compliance associated with each project. 
• Participate in design development and formal design reviews to ensure Environmental Construction Guides, Specifications, and Contract Special Conditions are properly incorporated into the project design.
• During design reviews, help identify and escalate matters requiring attention from Environmental Affairs, including:
• Identification of long-lead time permitting of environmental infrastructure
• Import and export of soil and other regulated materials
• Demolition activities requiring agency notification or implementation of BMPs
• Removal and disposal of asbestos impacting systems
• Assessment of historical land use and potential environmental considerations on project sites
• Conduct construction site audits across the Disneyland Resort, including Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) implementation, chemical and hazardous waste management practices, and tracking identified findings to timely closure.
• Prepare clear reports and documentation of survey, design review, and audit findings.
• Coordinate with Facilities Asset Management (FAM), Walt Disney Imagineering (WDI), and other construction and demolition stakeholders to communicate requirements and follow up on corrective actions.
• Support GIS mapping of infrastructure to integrate spatial data, build databases, and support infrastructure for environmental compliance.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Relevant experience, including internships, co-ops, academic project work, or professional experience, is welcome
• Foundational knowledge of civil engineering principles, with an interest in construction, site development, and construction environmental compliance
• Foundational knowledge of environmental compliance principles related to air quality, water, or regulated waste, with demonstrated knowledge or experience in at least one of these disciplines.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for documenting findings and working with project teams
• Willingness to work in the field at active construction sites in California weather conditions

Preferred Qualifications

• Entry level experience, internship or co-op experience in construction, site development, or stormwater/erosion control
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or ArcGIS
• Experience with Disney Theme Parks and Resorts

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with an Environmental focus – Required
• Master's degree in Civil Engineering – Preferred
• Fundamentals of Engineering certification – Preferred

What We Offer

• Mentorship from licensed Professional Engineers who will guide your technical and professional development
• Project assignments that will count toward the experience requirements for Professional Engineer (PE) licensure
• Hands-on experience in facility surveys, design reviews, and construction site audits on active capital projects at the Disneyland Resort
• A strong foundation for a long-term career

Additional Information

Physical Demands and Environmental/Working Conditions:

This position will require a great deal of field time to include a significant amount of walking in and around construction sites, in California weather conditions.

While this position is an 8-hour/day and 40-hour/week role, there will be days and weeks that exceed "normal" working hours. The daily work shift must align with construction project needs. Some days will be physically and mentally demanding.

This role may require attendance on property at all hours of the day and night in order to accomplish necessary construction goals.

PAY TRANSPARENCY

The hiring range for this position in Anaheim, CA is $80,700 to $108,100 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.

This position is with Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc., which is part of a business we call Disneyland Resort.

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