Theme Park Development Specialist

14 Minutes ago • 5 Years + • Operations

About the job

Summary

The Theme Park Development Specialist acts as the primary liaison between Facilities & Operations Services (FOS) and Walt Disney Imagineering. This role involves collaborating on new attractions and lands across Disney Parks globally, focusing on cost-effective development and operational efficiency. Responsibilities include participating in design reviews, managing FOS input during gate reviews, providing project updates, and coordinating with WDI to implement pragmatic solutions. The ideal candidate possesses strong technical proficiency, problem-solving skills, excellent communication, and the ability to influence cross-functional teams. This position requires a minimum of 5 years of experience in theme park engineering or maintenance.
Must have:
  • 5+ years Theme Park Engineering/Maintenance experience
  • Extensive knowledge of Parks & Resorts operations
  • Familiarity with US & international standards
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
  • Proficiency in CAD software and project management tools
Good to have:
  • Knowledge of Disney's IFP Program
  • Familiarity with Disney standards and business practices
Perks:
  • Health and savings benefits
  • Educational opportunities
  • Disney-provided extras
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Job Posting Title:

Theme Park Development Specialist

Req ID:

10105755

Job Description:

About the Role & Team

What is a Theme Park Development Engineer / Specialist? They are individual contributors serving as the Facilities & Operations Services (FOS) primary point of contact with the Walt Disney Imagineering Project Team for new attractions and lands at Disney Parks and Resorts in the Asia Region (SHDR/HKDR/TDR) and Disneyland Resort, Anaheim. This role is intended to build and develop relationships across the business hierarchy while influencing and collaborating with all levels. We are looking for someone with technical proficiency, problem-solving skills, a driver of consistency, and someone who can manage priority!

This role reports to the Manager of FOS Development in Anaheim, CA.

What You Will Do

  • Partner with Walt Disney Imagineering to create the best in class, outstanding experiences for Guests.
  • Represent FOS as a Core Team member of Walt Disney Imagineering development projects focusing on a balanced approach of first-time and lifetime cost.
  • Own the development and aggregation of FOS input work during the Gate Review process and Capital Authorization Request.
  • Participate in and contribute to design reviews at Ride, Show, and Facility development achievements.
  • Use communication skills, and strategic and critical thinking to influence and challenge the status quo.
  • Provide timely updates on project status, issues, concerns, and solutions to partners and FOS leadership.
  • Coordinate with WDI and FOS to reach pragmatic solutions in the best interest of the Walt Disney Co.
  • Guide FOS and WDI through project commissioning and turnover (domestic sites).
  • Work to become subject matter semi-expert in all things FOS, drawing in deeper expertise from the FOS organization as needed.
  • Build, manage, and influence a broad network of FOS & WDI practitioners and leaders through informal relationships.
  • Be seen as integral to project success and a source of harmony across the organizations.

Required Qualifications & Skills

  • Minimum of 5 years progressive experience in Theme Park/Resort Engineering and/or Maintenance Organizations (or equivalent external experience).
  • Extensive knowledge of Parks and Resorts Engineering/Maintenance operations.
  • Familiarity with Maintenance Requirements.
  • Understanding of the involvement and participation to review, provide recommendations, and develop standards.
  • Familiarity with U.S. industry and international standards (e.g. ASTM, SAE, ASME, ANSI, DIN, ISO, AWS, MIL Specs, building codes, etc.).
  • Strong computer skills, familiarity with word processing, spreadsheets, presentation, computer aided drafting (e.g. AutoCAD, Solidworks), and reviewing tools (e.g. Bluebeam, BIM 360, Navisworks).

Preferred Qualifications

  • Knowledge of Disney’s Integrated Facility Planning (IFP) Program.
  • Familiarity with internal Disney standards and business practices including how they’re applied and satisfied.

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (e.g. engineering) or substantial work experience in a related field.

Additional Information

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 https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

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The hiring range for this position in Anaheim, CA is $103,500.00 to $138,800.00 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.

Job Posting Segment:

Worldwide Safety, Health, Engineer & Sourcing

Job Posting Primary Business:

Global Engineering & Technology (WSHES)

Primary Job Posting Category:

Mechanical Engineering

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Anaheim, CA, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2024-11-14
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$103.5K - $138.8K/yr (Outscal est.)
$121.2K/yr avg.
Anaheim, California, United States

About The Company

From classic animated features and exhilarating theme park attractions to cutting edge sports coverage, and the hottest shows on television, The Walt Disney Company has been making magic since 1923, creating unforgettable stories that connect with audiences around the world. And we’re just getting started!

The key to our success…. The Cast, Crew, Imagineers and Employees who honor Disney’s rich legacy by stretching the bounds of imagination to create the never-before-seen, bringing unparalleled entertainment experiences to people of all ages. Begin a career that delivers unparalleled creative content and experiences to audiences around the world and just imagine the stories you could be part of…

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