Job Summary:

Walt Disney Imagineering is the master planning, creative development, design, engineering, production, project management, and research and development arm of Disney’s Parks and Resorts business segment. Representing more than 150 disciplines, its talented teams of Imagineers are responsible for the creation - from concept initiation through installation and commissioning - of all Disney Resorts, theme parks and attractions, real estate developments, regional entertainment venues, and new media projects.

What we’re looking for…

Experienced engineer to work within the department that performs mechanical engineering related to animatronic figures and show action equipment, where durability, long life, reliability and safety and fulfilling the creative intent (look, feel and sound right) are a must. The candidate will support various phases of the engineering process which includes design from concept development through final design, production, test, installation and commissioning for a variety of theme park attractions.

Responsibilities:

You will…

• Develop requirements for animated figures and show action equipment which ensure durability, reliability, and safety while meeting creative intent
• Design animated figures and show action equipment in Solidworks and prepare detailed drawings
• Create models and drawings in Solidworks and release them in Electronic Data Management Systems (EDMS)
• Liaise with engineers and project team using Solidworks, Navisworks, BIM 360
• Perform calculations for machine designs including development of loads, stress analysis (FEA), and motor and component sizing
• Provide production support for animated figures and show action equipment
• Develop and implement plans for installation and commissioning of animated figures and show action equipment
• Generate drawings and engineering reports to document engineering designs

Basic Qualifications:

• Ability to perform complex engineering analysis and calculations
• Knowledge of mechanical components, manufacturing processes and quality control processes
• "Clean sheet" design sensibilities
• Familiarity with engineering design tools e.g. SolidWorks, AutoCAD, , Navisworks or BIM 360, ANSYS or other FEA program, MATLAB
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Self-starter with demonstrated initiative - able to handle multiple tasks and priorities
• Willingness to travel both domestic and international as required
• Availability to work various shifts commensurate with global project requirements (typically 8am – 5 pm)

• Minimum 3 years Engineering experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated strong leadership, technical and interpersonal skills
• Ability to obtain P.E. License
• Disney or Themed Entertainment experience

Required Education

• B.S in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Engineering Mechanics.

Preferred Education

• Masters in Engineering or MBA