About the role and Team:
Walt Disney Imagineering is the creative force that imagines, designs, and brings to life all Disney theme parks, resorts, attractions, and cruise ships worldwide. Working across a spectrum of disciplines that range from creative and conceptual to scientific and technical, Imagineers blend an innovative mixture of storytelling, art, science, and technology to create immersive experiences, memorable destinations, and innovative entertainment for families around the globe.
Nearly every project at Walt Disney Imagineering includes a first-of-its-kind. Innovation is in our DNA, and Imagineers constantly push the boundaries of technology and invent new goals as well as the solutions to achieve them. As Imagineers, one of our greatest rewards is knowing that the experiences and environments we create inspire others. The diversity of expertise at Imagineering makes us uniquely capable of influencing positive change in our communities and around the world. And knowing that we have helped make a difference is incredibly fulfilling and inspiring for all of us.
At Ride Engineering, it is our responsibility to move people through our stories in magical ways that bring these experiences to life! Ride Engineers bring optimism and solutions to design challenges that often seem impossible and partner with diverse creative talent to define and build one-of-a-kind experiences that bring fun and joy to millions of people all around the world. We Create to Inspire!
Ride Development Engineers work within a Project Engineering team and are responsible for every aspect of mechanical ride system design & development from concept through installation. They work on various innovative ride platforms, that include unique requirements for extreme duty cycles, high reliability, and inherent life safety. They must collaborate on diverse teams with technical and creative members and be comfortable in environments where scope and requirements change frequently.
The Ride Development Engineer Sr. will report to the Executive Ride Development Engineering.
This is a full time role.
What You Will Do:
Manage the entire scope to conceive, design, & deliver a wide variety of complex & innovative ride systems and related equipment, ensuring durability, reliability, and safety.
“Clean sheet” concept design rides that meet creative intent and partner requirements.
Distill & negotiate technical requirements from high-level experience/story descriptions and artwork.
Collaborate with key stakeholders to define system requirements and interface specifications.
Supervise the daily activities of an engineering & design team through all phases of work; design, mockups, production, installation, testing, turnover, and close-out efforts.
Be responsible for the development of scope, inspection, testing, hazard, and report documents.
Be responsible for Vendor/contractor management and oversight.
Be responsible for digital model and drawing, development & release.
Lead large-scale proof of concept prototype & mock-up efforts; design/fab/test.
Collaborate with the project procurement team to evaluate, bid, & award outside vendor contracts.
Lead the installation of ride mechanical equipment, field support, and testing.
Perform field installation/testing activities, including; equipment/site surveys, use of active fall protection equipment, and navigating the construction site with catwalks, ladders, scaffolding, lifts, and confined spaces.
Travel and/or relocate domestically and internationally to support Ride Development efforts across our portfolio of theme parks.
Required Qualifications & Skills:
10 or more years hands-on mechanical engineering experience.
Broad range of experience designing for various materials and processes.
Advanced engineering knowledge (e.g., statics, dynamics, tolerances, kinematics, stress/strain).
Ability to perform structural analysis by hand calculations and finite element methods.
Advanced engineering expertise (e.g., machine design, weldments, power train, materials).
Proficiency with design tools (e.g., SolidWorks, Navisworks, AutoCAD, SketchUp, ANSYS, FEA, Matlab).
Outstanding design sensibilities and creative problem-solving.
Ability to travel internationally and domestically to support the design efforts for our portfolio of theme parks around the world.
Preferred Qualifications & Skills:
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.
Technical certifications (EIT, FE, PE).
PE license.
Education:
Bachelor's in Engineering Field, Science, Math OR have a PE License, required.
Additional Information:
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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Walt Disney Imagineering is the creative force that imagines, designs, and brings to life all Disney theme parks, resorts, attractions, and cruise ships worldwide. Working across a spectrum of disciplines that range from creative and conceptual to scientific and technical, Imagineers blend an innovative mixture of storytelling, art, science, and technology to create immersive experiences, memorable destinations, and innovative entertainment for families around the globe.
Nearly every project at Walt Disney Imagineering includes a first-of-its-kind. Innovation is in our DNA, and Imagineers constantly push the boundaries of technology and invent new goals as well as the solutions to achieve them. As Imagineers, one of our greatest rewards is knowing that the experiences and environments we create inspire others. The diversity of expertise at Imagineering makes us uniquely capable of influencing positive change in our communities and around the world. And knowing that we have helped make a difference is incredibly fulfilling and inspiring for all of us.
Ride Control Hardware Engineers work within Walt Disney Imagineering’s Ride Studio in a highly collaborative environment on diverse teams. Engineering activities cover all aspects of control system design and implementation, from concept to commissioning, for a wide variety of innovative ride platforms.
The Ride Control Hardware Engineer will report to the Ride Control Systems Engineering Executive.
This is a full time role.
What You Will Do:
Support programmable, electrical, and electronic hardware scope to design and deliver control systems for complex, innovative ride systems
Perform engineering design and analysis for ride systems, focusing on electrical control systems
Develop control system and network architectures
Design, model, and analyze electrical supply systems
Research new products, technologies, and methodologies
Lead a team of ride control engineers and collaborate with other professionals to develop ride control systems
Develop control equipment requirements and specifications
Develop and implement proof-of-concept mock-ups and prototypes
Conduct hazard assessments and failure modes and effects analysis
Manage vendors, contractors, and consultants developing and implementing ride control systems
Define and oversee supplier and consultant design and delivery
Ensure all delivery and performance requirements are satisfied
Conduct factory acceptance tests and ride system installation
Required Qualifications & Skills
5+ years of Controls Experience
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
Extensive knowledge of electrical design standards and codes, including UL508a and NEC
Familiarity with amusement and automation industry standards, including ASTM F2291
Expertise in motor and motion control methods and components
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 & Skills
Licensed professional engineer
Proficient with engineering design tools including AutoCAD, Matlab, Simulink, Solidworks, EPLAN
Proficient in Rockwell and Siemens automation systems architecture and components
Electrical and troubleshooting skills (voltmeter, oscilloscope, etc.)
Knowledge of international amusement industry standards applicable in France, Hong Kong, or China
Education
Bachelor of Science Degree or above in engineering field required
Additional Information:
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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About the Role & Team
Walt Disney Imagineering is the creative force that imagines, designs, and brings to life all Disney theme parks, resorts, attractions, and cruise ships worldwide. Working across a spectrum of disciplines that range from creative and conceptual to scientific and technical, Imagineers blend an innovative mixture of storytelling, art, science, and technology to create immersive experiences, memorable destinations, and innovative entertainment for families around the globe.
Nearly every project at Walt Disney Imagineering includes a first-of-its-kind. Innovation is in our DNA, and Imagineers constantly push the boundaries of technology and invent new goals as well as the solutions to achieve them. As Imagineers, one of our greatest rewards is knowing that the experiences and environments we create inspire others. The diversity of expertise at Imagineering makes us uniquely capable of influencing positive change in our communities and around the world. And knowing that we have helped make a difference is incredibly fulfilling and inspiring for all of us.
At Ride Engineering, it is our responsibility to move people through our stories in magical ways that bring these experiences to life! Ride Engineers bring optimism and solutions to design challenges that often seem impossible and partner with diverse creative talent to define and build one-of-a-kind experiences that bring fun and joy to millions of people all around the world. We Create to Inspire!
The Ride Control Systems Engineer will report to the Executive Ride Control Systems Engineer.
This is a full time role.
What You Will Do:
Creatively apply engineering principals to design control systems for a wide variety of complex and innovative ride systems and related equipment
Conduct systems engineering for ride control systems
Define system use cases and user needs
Develop and capture requirements and functional specifications in documents, drawings, and models
Ensure compliance with control system safety standards
Perform engineering design and analysis for ride control systems
Develop control strategies and algorithms
Research new products, technologies, and methodologies
Design, model, and analyze control systems, data communication, and dynamic systems
Collaborate with other design and engineering professionals to implement ride control systems
Develop and implement mock-ups and prototypes for proof-of concept efforts
Develop test requirements and documents, and lead testing efforts
Required Qualifications & Skills
5+ years experienced in the engineering field as related to controlling automation and electromechanical systems
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
Knowledge and familiarity 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 & Skills
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
Education
Bachelor of Science Degree or above in engineering field, science or math or have a PE license.
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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Walt Disney Imagineering is the creative force that imagines, designs, and brings to life all Disney theme parks, resorts, attractions, and cruise ships worldwide. Working across a spectrum of disciplines that range from creative and conceptual to scientific and technical, Imagineers blend an innovative mixture of storytelling, art, science, and technology to create immersive experiences, memorable destinations, and innovative entertainment for families around the globe.
Nearly every project at Walt Disney Imagineering includes a first-of-its-kind. Innovation is in our DNA, and Imagineers constantly push the boundaries of technology and invent new goals as well as the solutions to achieve them. As Imagineers, one of our greatest rewards is knowing that the experiences and environments we create inspire others. The diversity of expertise at Imagineering makes us uniquely capable of influencing positive change in our communities and around the world. And knowing that we have helped make a difference is incredibly fulfilling and inspiring for all of us.
Walt Disney’s Imagineering Tech Studio is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Server Engineer to support our management and compliance needs. The ideal candidate will oversee the implementation and monitoring of server infrastructure, ensuring the organization’s information assets are protected and compliant with relevant regulations and standards.
This role will report to the Senior Manager of Platform Engineering.
This is a Full-Time role.
What You Will DoInfrastructure & Platform Engineering·Build, deploy, and maintain physical security patching and monitoring on virtual Windows/Linux infrastructure supporting rendering, content creation, and production workflows.·Manage high-availability server, storage, and network platforms, including storage tiering and lifecycle management.·Design secure infrastructure architectures: network segmentation, secure access controls, and hybrid production/enterprise environments.·Automate deployment, configuration, and validation using Python and infrastructure-as-code (Terraform or CloudFormation).·Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, or Jenkins) to improve deployment consistency and system lifecycle management.Security Operations·Monitor infrastructure, network, and system activity via observability/monitoring platforms (Datadog, Grafana, Splunk, Prometheus, or similar) to catch performance issues, operational risk, and security threats early.·Run vulnerability scans and risk assessments; coordinate remediation with engineering and security stakeholders.·Support incident response: troubleshooting, root cause analysis, documentation, and corrective action.·Operate and tune security tooling — firewalls, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection — as part of day-to-day platform ownership.·Support compliance work aligned to Zero Trust, NIST CSF, and NIST RMF: help prepare artifacts, track controls, and close gaps identified in assessments (this is a supporting role, not a full GRC/authorizing-official function).Collaboration & Reporting·Partner with cross-functional engineering, operations, and security teams on secure, scalable infrastructure solutions.·Prepare operational and security status reports: infrastructure health, compliance metrics, incident trends, remediation status.·Manage the Security & Compliance Initiatives as a program·Mentor and provide technical direction to other engineers on complex, hands-on infrastructure work.·Stay current on infrastructure, observability, and security tooling trends relevant to production/content-creation environments.Required Qualifications & Skills·10+ years of experience in Platform Engineering, Infrastructure Engineering, Server Engineering, or DevOps, ideally including production, content-creation, or rendering environments.·Have strong Project/Delivery Management skills to manage cross functional security and compliance Initiatives·Monitor infrastructure, network, and system activity via observability/monitoring platforms (Datadog, Grafana, Splunk, Prometheus, or similar) to catch performance issues, operational risk, and security threats early.·Run vulnerability scans and risk assessments; coordinate remediation with engineering and security stakeholders.·Support incident response: troubleshooting, root cause analysis, documentation, and corrective action.·Operate and tune security tooling — firewalls, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection — as part of day-to-day platform ownership.·Support compliance work aligned to Zero Trust, NIST CSF, and NIST RMF: help prepare artifacts, track controls, and close gaps identified in assessments (this is a supporting role, not a full GRC/authorizing-official function).·Design and implement secure infrastructure architectures, including network segmentation, secure access controls, and hybrid production and enterprise environments.·Strong Python skills for infrastructure automation, deployment validation, and building security guardrails.·Hands-on experience with high-availability and DR architecture design for Windows and Linux systems in production.·Practical experience implementing Zero Trust principles, network segmentation, and secure access controls in hybrid (on-prem + cloud) environments.·Experience with observability/monitoring platforms (Datadog, Grafana, Splunk, Prometheus, or comparable) and using them for both operational and security signal.·Strong analytical, organizational, and written/verbal communication skills; comfortable owning initiatives with minimal oversight.Preferred Qualifications·Experience supporting rendering, VFX, robotics, or other creative-production infrastructure specifically.·Professional certifications such as Security+, CISSP, or CISM (CISSP/CISM are a plus, not expected at the individual-contributor hands-on level this role targets).·Familiarity with ISO 27001 or broader regulatory compliance frameworks.·Experience network observability/management platforms.·Experience with infrastructure-as-code (Terraform or CloudFormation).·Experience with CI/CD tooling (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, or Jenkins).·Direct experience with security tools such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, and endpoint protection.·Working knowledge of server, storage, and network architectures, including storage tiering (e.g., NetApp FabricPool, AWS storage tiering).EducationBachelor’s Degree Required.Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or a related technical field preferred.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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About the Role & Team:
Through innovative storytelling and a culture of collaboration, Disney Live Entertainment creates, produces, and delivers remarkable and engaging entertainment experiences. From the intimate to the spectacular, our work can be seen at Disney theme parks, resort hotels, cruise ships and other locations the world over. This diverse team – representing a wide variety of disciplines and talents from technical directors, writers and lighting designers to choreographers, cosmetologists, and music producers – brings magical worlds to life through technical expertise, performance excellence, incomparable ingenuity, unparalleled spectacle… and a dash of pixie dust.
The Associate Character Interaction Designer (Internal Assignment/Project Hire) helps bring interactive character experiences to life by developing gestures, programming show files, and managing audio assets. Working closely with creative teams, this role creates training materials and presentations, tests interactive content, and helps ensure every experience is engaging and performs as intended.
You will report to the Senior Manager – Character Design & Development.
This is a temporary assignment with no guarantee of permanent placement.
What You Will Do:
Participate in internal creative content and script review meetings
Capture and analyze gesture data to support gesture creation
Design and develop gesture grids and logic/bucket mappings
Create and manage gesture XML files
Program and test show files, including audio placement and labeling
Tag and organize audio files to support show programming
Develop training programs and “Train the Trainer” materials
Create supporting materials, including presentations, activity guides, and physicality videos
Produce PowerPoint presentations for training, reviews, and stakeholder communication
Conduct show file testing to ensure quality, accuracy, and functionality
Required Qualifications & Skills:
2+ years of experience in digital marketing design, product design, or training program development
3+ years of experience in live entertainment, WDI, character performing, training, or a related field
Clear, professional verbal and written communication skills
Exceptional problem-solving abilities with effective negotiation skills
Highly creative and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Comfortable working in environments that include a variety of fibers, fabrics, and furs
Demonstrated flexibility to support business needs, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required
Ability to travel domestically and/or internationally required
Preferred Qualifications & Skills:
Hold or be able to obtain a valid passport
Experience working in Smartsheet, Glover, and ICE database
Education:
High School diploma or equivalent is required
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience is preferred
Additional Information:
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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