Ride Control Hardware Engineer

1 Hour ago • All levels • Systems Design • $94,000 PA - $200,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

Ride Control Hardware Engineers at Walt Disney Imagineering collaborate on diverse teams to design and implement control systems for innovative ride platforms. Responsibilities encompass managing hardware scope, performing engineering design and analysis (electrical control systems), developing control system architectures, designing electrical supply systems, researching new technologies, leading engineering teams, developing requirements and specifications, creating prototypes, conducting hazard assessments, managing vendors, and overseeing installations. The role involves extensive work with communication protocols (TCP/IP, CAN, etc.), electrical design standards (UL508a, NEC), and amusement industry standards. Domestic and international travel is required.
Must have:
  • Fail-safe control system design
  • Proficient in industrial control systems
  • Knowledge of communication protocols
  • Electrical design standards expertise
  • Motor and motion control expertise
  • Team leadership and collaboration
Good to have:
  • Licensed Professional Engineer
  • Proficient in AutoCAD, Matlab, Simulink
  • Rockwell and Siemens automation systems expertise
  • Troubleshooting skills
  • Knowledge of international amusement industry standards
Perks:
  • Health and savings benefits
  • Educational opportunities
  • Disney-exclusive extras

Job Details

Job Summary:

Walt Disney Imagineering is the creative force that imagines, designs, and brings to life all Disney theme parks, resorts, attractions, and cruise ships worldwide. Working across a spectrum of disciplines that range from creative and conceptual to scientific and technical, Imagineers blend an innovative mixture of storytelling, art, science, and technology to create immersive experiences, memorable destinations, and innovative entertainment for families around the globe.

Nearly every project at Walt Disney Imagineering includes a first-of-its-kind. Innovation is in our DNA, and Imagineers constantly push the boundaries of technology and invent new goals as well as the solutions to achieve them. As Imagineers, one of our greatest rewards is knowing that the experiences and environments we create inspire others. The diversity of expertise at Imagineering makes us uniquely capable of influencing positive change in our communities and around the world. And knowing that we have helped make a difference is incredibly fulfilling and inspiring for all of us.

Ride Control Hardware Engineers work within WDI’s Ride Studio in a highly collaborative environment on diverse teams.  Engineering activities cover all aspects of control system design and implementation, from concept to commissioning, for a wide variety of innovative ride platforms.

Responsibilities:

Manage programmable, electrical, and electronic hardware scope to design and deliver control systems for complex, innovative ride systems.

Perform engineering design and analysis for ride systems, focusing on electrical control systems.

  • Develop control system and network architectures.

  • Design, model, and analyze electrical supply systems.

  • Research new products, technologies, and methodologies.

Lead a team of ride control engineers and collaborate with other professionals to develop ride control systems.

  • Develop control equipment requirements and specifications.

  • Develop and implement proof-of-concept mock-ups and prototypes.

  • Conduct hazard assessments and failure modes and effects analysis.

Manage vendors, contractors, and consultants developing and implementing ride control systems.

  • Define and oversee supplier and consultant design and delivery.

  • Ensure all delivery and performance requirements are satisfied.

  • Conduct factory acceptance tests and ride system installation.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Experienced in fail-safe and safety-related control system design

  • Extensive knowledge of control processors, components, and communication networks

  • Highly proficient in industrial control system installation, integration, and commissioning

  • Solid understanding of communication protocols: TCP/IP, CAN, serial, ProfiNET, Ethernet/IP, EtherCAT

  • Extensive knowledge of electrical design standards and codes, including UL508a and NEC

  • Familiarity with amusement and automation industry standards, including ASTM F2291

  • Expertise in motor and motion control methods and components

  • Ability to travel domestically and internationally for 1-week to 3-year durations

  • Ability to handle multiple complex efforts simultaneously, coordinate team efforts, and manage tasks and priorities

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Licensed professional engineer

  • Proficient with engineering design tools including AutoCAD, Matlab, Simulink, Solidworks, EPLAN

  • Proficient in Rockwell and Siemens automation systems architecture and components

  • Electrical and troubleshooting skills (voltmeter, oscilloscope, etc.)

  • Knowledge of international amusement industry standards applicable in France, Hong Kong, or China

Required Education:

  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering

This posting is a talent pool for upcoming roles within Walt Disney Imagineering - Ride Engineering. We will be considering talent from within this pool to fill multiple levels (e.g. Staff, Senior and Principal). 

This posting is seeking candidates to fill multiple roles in Glendale, California. 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.
- The hiring range/pay rate for Principal Ride Controls Hardware Engineer is $149,300.00 to $200,200.00 per year.
- The hiring range/pay rate for Senior Ride Control Hardware Engineer is $123,900.00 to $166,200.00 per year. 

- The hiring range/pay rate for Staff Ride Control Hardware Engineer is $112,600.00 to $151,000.00 per year.

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 .

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The hiring range for this position in California is $94,000 to $200,000 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. 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 at https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits. #DPEPMedia #LI-DM1

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