Disney
Environmental Engineer I
Anaheim, CA, USA · Mid · Full-time
Sponsorship not specified$79k-$106kDetected 4 days ago
Data AnalysisData VisualizationComplianceProject ManagementGISCommunicationCollaborationProblem Solving
About the role
- In this role, you will apply engineering fundamentals to protect air, water, and land resources while enabling innovative projects that help deliver unforgettable experiences for guests and Cast Members.
- The Environmental Engineer I is an early-career, problem-solving professional who supports Disney's corporate environmental programs by integrating regulatory compliance into complex construction and operational activities across our world-class entertainment portfolio.
Responsibilities
- In this intermediate-level role, you will support planning, design, and execution of construction and operational projects with a focus on air quality, water compliance, and regulated waste, ensuring environmental requirements are embedded from concept through field implementation.
- Working independently with moderate guidance, you will collaborate with cross-functional partners to solve a range of technical problems, maintain strong regulatory compliance, and provide clear, data-driven insights that help Disney manage environmental risk while supporting business objectives.
- Ensure Environmental Construction Guides, specifications, and contract special conditions are properly incorporated into project designs and implemented throughout construction activities at the Resort.
- Actively participate in design development and formal design reviews, providing environmental construction and compliance input to project teams.
- Support early identification and escalation of environmental issues requiring specialized attention, including permitting, registrations, regulated material handling, demolition activities, and assessment of historical land use relative to planned work.
- Conduct environmental compliance audits of construction sites, including hazardous waste accumulation areas, SWPPP implementation, and chemical management/VOC-related activities, and drive timely closure of findings.
- Support acquisition and maintenance of environmental permits, registrations, laboratory sampling programs, and associated regulatory documentation for air, water, and waste programs.
- Review laboratory analyses and develop waste characterization determinations to support compliant disposal of hazardous and nonhazardous waste streams.
- Develop, maintain, and enhance GIS datasets, mapping products, and dashboards that integrate spatial data with environmental monitoring systems, inspection records, and regulatory reporting tools to support decision-making.
- Spend significant time in the field at construction and operational sites, sometimes in demanding weather and outside standard working hours, to support project needs and ensure compliance in real time.
Requirements
- Proven project management field experience supporting environmental aspects of construction or operational projects.
- Knowledge of environmental sampling and analysis procedures, including interpretation of laboratory data for compliance and waste classification purposes.
- Ability to function efficiently and independently in a fast-paced, changing environment while managing multiple tasks and priorities with attention to detail.
- Willingness and ability to spend extensive time in the field, including walking construction sites and working non-standard hours as project needs require.
- Years of Experience: 2+ years of relevant environmental engineering, environmental compliance, or closely related experience in construction, infrastructure, or industrial operations.
- Bachelor's Degree or higher in Chemical, Civil, Environmental Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline.
Nice to have
- Master's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or a related engineering or science field.
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or the ability to obtain EIT certification within a defined timeframe.
- Experience with Disney Theme Parks and Resorts or other large, multi-facility entertainment or hospitality operations.
- Experience leading or supporting hazardous, solid, and recycling waste compliance programs, including interaction with regulatory agencies and third-party vendors.
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Compensation
- The hiring range for this position in Anaheim, CA is $79,400 to $106,400 per year.
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