Sr. Ride Development Engineer

Disney-posted about 1 year ago
Full-time • Mid Level
Lake Buena Vista, FL
Motion Picture and Sound Recording Industries
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Ride Development Engineers at Walt Disney Imagineering are integral members of the Project Engineering team, responsible for the comprehensive design and development of mechanical ride systems from concept through installation. This role involves collaborating with diverse teams to create innovative ride experiences that prioritize safety, reliability, and creativity, ultimately bringing joy to millions of guests worldwide.

  • Participate in scope to conceive, design, & deliver a wide variety of complex & innovative ride systems and related equipment ensuring durability, reliability, and safety.
  • Conduct 'clean sheet' concept design of entire ride systems and subsystems that meet creative intent and stakeholder requirements.
  • Distill & negotiate technical requirements from high-level experience/story descriptions and artwork.
  • Collaborate with key stakeholders to define system requirements and interface specifications.
  • Coordinate daily activities of an engineering & design team through all phases of work, design, mockups, production, installation, testing, turnover and close-out efforts.
  • Responsible for development of scope, inspection, testing, hazard, and report documents.
  • Manage vendor/contractor oversight and relationships.
  • Lead large scale proof of concept prototype & mockups efforts; design/fab/test.
  • Serve as the Ride Studio representative on the core project team.
  • Collaborate with project procurement team to evaluate, bid, & award outside vendor contracts.
  • Contribute to high value, unique solutions to complex design challenges.
  • Innovate in daily responsibilities to improve Project and Studio efficiency, productivity, and value.
  • Develop work and resource plans for unique and high-risk scope.
  • Develop new vendor capabilities and processes to reliably deliver Disney quality systems and components.
  • Participate in all aspects of ride mechanical installation, field support, and testing.
  • Perform field installation/testing activities including equipment/site surveys, use of active fall protection equipment, navigating construction site with catwalks, ladders, scaffolding, lifts, and confined spaces.
  • Contribute to mentoring, recruiting, and talent development.
  • 5+ 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, and expertise with industry codes and standards
  • Superior design sensibilities and creative problem solving
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a large and diverse team environment
  • Highly diligent, strong work ethic, with excellent time management skills
  • Willingness to learn new things and continually improve capabilities/skills
  • Positive and optimistic influence on team, department, and community
  • Hands-on experience with equipment assembly, fabrication, and installation
  • Previous Disney or entertainment experience, with advanced knowledge of the industry
  • Experience with life safety design/requirements
  • Experience with prototype, development, and/or innovative products
  • Ability to communicate complex technical concepts with non-technical audience
  • Proactive/self-sufficient/able to work and contribute with minimal guidance
  • Attention to detail
  • Optimism and Enthusiasm
  • Perseverance
  • Health and savings benefits
  • Educational opportunities
  • Special extras that only Disney can provide
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