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Ride Development Engineer Senior

Walt Disney Imagineering

Lake Buena Vista, FL
1 month ago

Job Description

Join Walt Disney Imagineering as a Senior Ride Development Engineer and play a pivotal role in designing and developing innovative ride systems that create unforgettable experiences. Collaborate with diverse teams to bring creative visions to life while ensuring safety and reliability in every project.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and deliver complex and innovative ride systems ensuring durability, reliability, and safety
  • Develop complete ride systems and subsystems
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to define system requirements
  • Coordinate activities of an engineering and design team
  • Manage vendor and contractor relationships
  • Lead proof of concept prototype and mockup efforts
  • Participate in all aspects of ride mechanical installation and testing
  • Travel domestically and internationally as needed
  • Contribute to mentoring and talent development

Required Qualifications

  • 8+ years relevant/hands-on experience
  • Sophisticated engineering knowledge (e.g., statics, dynamics, kinematics, stress/strain/fatigue)
  • Advanced engineering expertise (e.g., machine design, weldments, power train, materials)
  • Proficiency with design tools (e.g., SolidWorks, Navisworks, AutoCAD, SketchUp, ANSYS, FEA, Matlab)
  • Knowledge of industry codes and standards
  • Superior design sensibilities and creative problem solving
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a large and diverse team environment
  • Strong work ethic with excellent time management skills
  • Willingness to learn new skills
  • Positive and optimistic influence on team

Preferred Qualifications

  • Previous Disney or entertainment experience
  • Experience with life safety design/requirements
  • Experience with prototype development and innovative products
  • Technical certifications (EIT, FE, PE)
  • Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to a non-technical audience
  • Hands-on experience with equipment assembly, fabrication, and installation
  • Desire and ability to mentor others
  • Attention to detail, optimism, enthusiasm, perseverance

Benefits & Perks

Health and savings benefitsEducational opportunitiesSpecial perks unique to Disney