Join Walt Disney Imagineering as a Ride Controls Systems Engineer, where you'll design and implement innovative ride control systems in a collaborative environment. Play a critical role in ensuring safety and functionality on diverse ride platforms, contributing to the magic of Disney Parks.
Key Responsibilities
Manage entire scope to conceive, design, & deliver control systems for complex ride systems
Conduct systems engineering for ride control systems
Define system use cases and user needs
Develop and capture requirements and functional specifications
Ensure compliance with control system safety standards
Develop control strategies and algorithms
Research new products, technologies, and methodologies
Collaborate with design and engineering professionals to implement ride control systems
Develop implementation plans and budgets
Develop and implement mock-ups and prototypes
Develop test requirements and documents, and lead testing efforts
Required 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
Experience with requirements management, test plans/procedures, and test execution
Demonstrated practice in functional safety standards, including IEC 61508, IEC 62061, ISO 13849
Familiarity with amusement and automation industry standards, including ASTM F2291
Solid skills in technical document writing
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
Proficient with engineering design tools, including AutoCAD, Matlab, Simulink, Solidworks
Proficient in Rockwell and Siemens automation systems architecture and components
Expertise in motor and motion control methods and components
Knowledge of pneumatic controls and devices
Experience in broad application of control system theory (closed-loop control, MIMO systems, positioning and navigation)
Knowledge of international amusement industry standards applicable in France, Hong Kong, or China
Benefits & Perks
Health benefitsSavings benefitsEducational opportunitiesSpecial perks exclusive to Disney