Walt Disney Imagineering

Show Electronic Engineer (Project Hire/Internal Assignment)

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Job Description

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.Within the Show Systems studio is where we produce the magic. Our processes and tool sets take us from concept design or mock ups to full production, assembly and installation. You will work as part of the team creating world-class attractions. Thinking outside of the box and creative problem solving is a must. We’re looking for professionals who are thirsty for diverse experiences, who are eager to learn and who are confident they can uphold the Disney quality that our quests expect. If this sounds like you, please apply today!You will report into the Manager, Show Control Hardware Engineering.This is a Project Hire/ Internal Assignment position with no guarantee of permanent placement.What You Will Do:Make recommendations that have an important impact on extensive engineering activities.Initiate and maintains contact with key engineers and officials of other organizations and companies, requiring skill in persuasion and negotiation of critical issues.Demonstrate and practice creativity, foresight, and mature engineering judgment in anticipating and solving unprecedented engineering problems, program objectives and requirements, developing standards and guides for diverse engineering activities.Work with an engineering team in the production of engineering designs, documentation for complex projects through all phases of engineering design, production, installation, testing, and documentation. Able to translate functional requirements into design requirements.Have knowledge of the procedures required to develop procurement specifications and design documents with emphasis on complex systems involving equipment, components, systems design and integration, procurement and installation.Possess the skills necessary to complete the design of electrical and electronic systems and subsystems in accordance with accepted engineering practices, published codes and regulations, and science/physics as it relates to environmental, EMI/EMC considerations and constraints.Stay versed on current technology worldwide.Required Qualifications & Skills:3 or more years of related experienceUnderstanding of electronic principlesUnderstanding of mechanical and software systemsUnderstanding of techniques for fault finding electrical / electronic / control systemsSchematic and assembly drawing of control systems.Creative Translator - Clean Sheet DesignField Integration (Test & Adjust)Scheduling Methods / ExperienceEstimating Methods / ExperienceKnowledge of computer, power, and communications theoryManage & Supplement VendorSystem IntegrationEngineering Analysis & SimulationEngineering Specifications & RequirementsPrototype DesignPreferred Qualifications & Skills:PLC programming (desired)Motor TechnologyAbility to present technical concepts in manner understandable by non-technical people (highly desired)Must be willing to travel, sometimes for extended stays. 6 to 12 months of relocation may be required on some projects.AutoCAD (desired)Education: BS Electronic Engineering 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.The hiring range for this position in Glendale, CA is $95,500.00-$128,000.00 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

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