Electrical Engineer

Electrical Engineer

Job at a Glance

Title: Electrical Engineer

Location: Anaheim, CA (onsite)

Contract: W2 only, 2 year contract with potential for extension or conversion to full time with either the client or CEI

Pay: $68-$78/hour optional medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match

Overview

We are seeking a contract Electrical Engineer to support electrical engineering projects, spanning Attractions, Maintenance, Foods, Merchandise, and Entertainment. This role involves supporting low voltage (AC and DC) through medium voltage (up to 15kV) facilities-based electrical systems from concept through construction and sustainment, working under the direction of our client's Architecture & Facilities Engineering leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical electrical engineering support on Resort projects from concept through construction and sustainment.
• Provide informal technical mentorship to junior contract engineers, interns, or designers as needed.
• Confer with engineering staff on unusual, sensitive, or high-risk matters.
• Coordinate design activities and monitor field installations and demolition work for compliance with specifications and code requirements.
• Support development of project scopes, engineering studies, and Requests for Proposal (RFPs).
• Develop workload estimates and critical-path schedule input to support the project management team.
• Manage design and development of contract documents with in-house and outside resources to meet project scopes, schedules, and budgets.
• Review drawings, engineering calculations, and specifications to ensure code and statute compliance.
• Review shop drawing submittals and respond to vendor Requests for Information (RFIs).
• Perform site visits to troubleshoot field issues and minimize schedule impacts.
• Support electrical system design, implementation, and sustainment across low- through medium-voltage systems.
• Apply familiarity with the California Electrical Code, IEEE electrical guidance (Brown, Buff, and Red Books), and the California Energy Code (Title 24).
• Apply expertise in short-circuit, coordination, and arc-flash hazard analysis (SKM or comparable software) as needed.
• Partner with Disney internal teams to apply and maintain design guidelines, standards, and specifications.
• Support Project and Design Managers in resolving design compliance issues.
• Communicate technical information clearly to stakeholders, contractors, and vendors.

Required Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field from an ABET-accredited university.
• 5 years of electrical engineering and design experience.
• Facility-related electrical systems experience preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• AutoCAD experience preferred.
• Revit experience preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred, not required.
• Lighting design and implementation experience with certification.
• Title 24, UL, and general electrical code experience.
• Experience supporting theme parks, hospitality, resort, or entertainment facilities.
• SKM or similar arc-flash/coordination software experience.

Why Should I Apply?

Join a dynamic team supporting iconic entertainment projects at Disneyland Resort. This opportunity offers engaging work in a renowned environment with potential for career growth.

About CEI:

As a trusted technology partner, CEI delivers solutions that help our customers transform their business and achieve meaningful results. From strategy and custom application development through application management - our technology and digital experience services are tailored to meet each unique need of our customers. Our staffing solutions bring specialized skills to complement our customers' workforce and project requirements.