Engineering Jobs in Lake Delton, WI

Help Deliver the Kalahari Experience

At Kalahari Resorts & Conventions, we don’t just create vacations—we craft unforgettable experiences. Home to America’s Largest Indoor Waterparks, our African-inspired resorts offer world-class dining, luxurious spas, thrilling entertainment, and cutting-edge convention centers that redefine hospitality.

But we’re more than a resort. As a family-owned company, our Promise is simple: Lead with Love. This means caring deeply for our guests, associates, and communities—treating people like family, giving back generously, and creating spaces where everyone feels valued.

Through our partnership with charity: water, we’re also committed to bringing clean water to one million people in Africa.

Business Intelligence Analyst

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is seeking a Business Intelligence Analyst. Kalahari is building its first dedicated Business Intelligence team. Right now, we have a modern data stack: Snowflake as our warehouse, Braze for marketing, and over 70 data sources flowing in from all five resort properties. With that, we don't have a dedicated analyst to turn that into ongoing insights for the business. This role is the first educated hire.

You and this team will work directly with our C-suite, along with cross-functional leaders across marketing, revenue management, and operations, to build out dashboards, analyses, and reporting that the company runs on! It's a ground-floor opportunity to shape how a billion-dollar resort company uses data.

This team will have high visibility throughout the organization. You will have the support of both Kalahari IT and external partners for data engineering, data science, and business intelligence to support executing these analytics projects.

As part of our leadership team, you’ll embody our Promise to Lead with Love—guiding, supporting, and inspiring associates while delivering extraordinary guest experiences. You’ll transform operational and guest data into meaningful insights that help leaders make informed decisions. By identifying trends and opportunities across resort and convention operations, this role helps improve service quality, operational efficiency, and overall guest satisfaction.

Must be in the corporate office in Wisconsin or work from one of the resorts.

Key Responsibilities

• Utilizing strong SQL skills, including joins, aggregations, and window functions to analyze complex datasets.
• Translate complex data into clear business insights for non-technical stakeholders.
• Create dashboards, reports, and data visualizations to help drive business decisions.
• Perform strong data storytelling and presentation skills for executive and cross-functional audiences.
• Ability to work with multiple data sources and integrate them into meaningful analysis.
• Collaborate with marketing, revenue management, operations, and leadership teams.
• Demonstrate curiosity and strong problem-solving skills when investigating business questions through data.

What We’re Looking For

• 5 or more years of hands-on analytics experience with customer, transactional, financial, or operational data sets
• Proficiency in SQL (mid to expert level), Excel spreadsheets, reporting, dashboarding, and analytical and business intelligence tools.
• Experience working with a major cloud analytics warehouse such as Snowflake, BigQuery, Databricks, etc.
• Ability to communicate insights effectively to executive and non-technical audiences.
• Experience working in cross-functional environments with multiple stakeholders.
• Comfortable working in a new or evolving analytics function and helping shape processes.
• Experience transforming raw data into dashboards, analyses, and recurring reporting.

A Sampling of Our Benefits

Our team enjoys a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Career growth opportunities with promotion from within
• 401(k) matching, paid time off, and holiday compensation
• Health, dental, and vision coverage for full-time associates
• Employee appreciation events, discounts, and perks at all resorts
• Education assistance programs to help advance your career

Be Part of Something Extraordinary

At Kalahari, we believe the best leaders Lead with Love—because love builds trust, inspires growth, and creates experiences that last a lifetime. That’s why we’re proud to be recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Midsize Employers, America’s Best Employers for Women, and by USA TODAY as the #1 Best Indoor Water Park.

Here, careers thrive, innovation is encouraged, and every day brings new opportunities to create meaningful moments. Whether you’re delivering guest service, crafting memorable meals, or leading a team, your work makes a real impact.

| Wisconsin Dells, WI | Sandusky, OH | Pocono Manor, PA | Round Rock, TX | Spotsylvania County, VA |

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job description

- Oversee and support daily maintenance operations and preventive maintenance programs
- Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain facility systems and equipment
- Identify and implement improvements to enhance reliability and efficiency
- Supervise, train, and schedule a team of maintenance professionals
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company standards
- Conduct performance reviews and support team Development

Required profile

Qualifications
- Associate's degree or equivalent experience
- 5+ years of hands-on maintenance experience (including electronics troubleshooting)
- 3+ years of supervisory experience
Preferred:
- Plumbing, CPO, or AFO certification
- Experience in a resort, hotel, or waterpark environment
- Strong leadership and problem-solving skills

Company description

I am hiring on behalf of a family-fun resort for an Assistant Director of Engineering to oversee maintenance operations and ensure the facility meets high standards of safety, quality, and guest satisfaction.

What we offer

$75k - 85k per year + .

FOOD & BEVERAGE MANAGER

POSITION SUMMARY

The Food & Beverage Manager is responsible for the strategic leadership and daily operational oversight of all food and beverage department across the resort, including seasonal outlets, banquet facilities, off-site catering, restaurant, steakhouse, waterpark, and café. This executive-level position ensures exceptional guest experiences, financial performance, and operational excellence across all food and beverage venues while maintaining brand standards and driving revenue growth.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Leadership & Operations

• Direct all aspects of food and beverage operations across multiple outlets with combined annual revenue responsibility
• Develop and implement comprehensive F&B strategies aligned with resort objectives and seasonal business patterns
• Oversee daily operations ensuring consistent quality, service standards, and guest satisfaction and staff development across all venues
• Manage seasonal transitions including outlet openings, closings, and menu rotations b with appropriate staffing levels for seasonality and profitability based on occupancy patterns

Financial Management

• Develop and manage annual F&B budget including labor, cost of goods, and capital expenditures
• Monitor and analyze financial performance including revenue, costs, and profit margins across all outlets
• Implement cost control measures while maintaining quality standards and guest experience
• Drive revenue through strategic pricing, promotional initiatives, and upselling programs and special buying opportunities from vendor suppliers
• Forecast and plan for seasonal fluctuations in business volume

Team Leadership & Development

• Recruit, train, and develop a high-performing F&B team across all outlets and banquet operations
• Guide department heads including Executive Chef, Restaurant Manager, Catering Manager, and outlet managers
• Create and maintain comprehensive training programs ensuring service excellence and safety compliance
• Conduct performance evaluations, provide coaching, and develop succession planning strategies
• Foster a positive work culture that emphasizes teamwork, accountability, and guest service
• Collaborate with ownership on company goals, culture and developments

Banquet & Catering Operations

• Oversee all banquet and event operations including weddings, conferences, and social gatherings
• Collaborate with sales team on event planning, menu development, and pricing strategies
• Manage off-site catering operations ensuring seamless execution and brand consistency
• Ensure proper staffing levels and resource allocation for events of varying sizes

Guest Experience & Quality Assurance

• Establish and maintain service standards across all F&B outlets
• Monitor guest feedback and implement continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations
• Conduct regular inspections of all outlets to ensure operational excellence, cleanliness, sanitation, grooming and communication skills with staff
• Handle escalated guest concerns with professionalism and appropriate resolution

Menu Development & Culinary Excellence

• Partner with Ownership, Executive Chef, purchasing and profit center managers on menu development for all outlets
• Ensure menus are current, competitively priced, and aligned with guest preferences
• Stay informed of comm oddity price fluctuations to ensure menu pricing supports budgetary goals
• Oversee wine and beverage programs including selection, pricing, and staff training
• Implement seasonal menu changes and special promotional offerings

Vendor & Inventory Management

• Negotiate contracts with vendors and suppliers to optimize quality and cost
• Oversee procurement processes and inventory control systems
• Ensure proper par levels and minimize waste across all operations
• Manage relationships with key suppliers and distributors

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in hospitality management, Business Administration, or related field preferred
• Minimum 5-7 years of progressive food and beverage leadership experience
• Minimum 3 years in a senior F&B leadership role at a resort or high-volume hospitality facility
• Proven track record managing multiple outlets and significant revenue responsibility
• Experience with banquet operations and off-site catering management

Skills & Competencies

• Strong financial acumen with experience in budgeting, forecasting, and P&L management
• Excellent leadership and team development capabilities
• Outstanding guest service orientation and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in F&B management systems, POS systems, and Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and compliance requirements

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Advanced degree or professional certifications (e.g., Certified Food and Beverage Executive)
• Experience managing seasonal operations and fluctuating business volumes
• Multi-outlet resort or large mixed use and or luxury hotel experience
• Certification or formal training in wine and spirits with knowledge of beverage programs and recipe development
• Experience with revenue management and menu engineering

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• Capability to work in various environments including kitchens, dining rooms, and outdoor settings
• Ability to lift to 25 pounds occasionally

This position reports directly to the resort owners and general manager and collaborates with company directors to support and advance the organizations cultural vision and strategic objectives.

Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.

Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.

What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.

Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.

Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.

Assistant Director of Engineering

Salary: $75,000 – $85,000

Locations: Wisconsin Dells

I am hiring on behalf of a family-fun resort for an Assistant Director of Engineering to oversee maintenance operations and ensure the facility meets high standards of safety, quality, and guest satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and support daily maintenance operations and preventive maintenance programs
• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain facility systems and equipment
• Identify and implement improvements to enhance reliability and efficiency
• Supervise, train, and schedule a team of maintenance professionals
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company standards
• Conduct performance reviews and support team Development

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of hands-on maintenance experience (including electronics troubleshooting)
• 3+ years of supervisory experience

Preferred:

• Plumbing, CPO, or AFO certification
• Experience in a resort, hotel, or waterpark environment
• Strong leadership and problem-solving skills

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off & parental leave
• Wellness programs and employee perks

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 15 lbs
• Frequent standing, walking, and stair climbing