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Ride Control Systems Engineer, Senior
Ride Control Systems Engineer, SeniorWalt Disney Imagineering • GLENDALE, California, United States
Ride Control Systems Engineer, Senior

Ride Control Systems Engineer, Senior

Walt Disney Imagineering • GLENDALE, California, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

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 :

  • Manage entire scope to conceive, design, & deliver 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 implementation plans and budgets.
  • Develop and implement mock-ups and prototypes for proof-of concept efforts.
  • Develop test requirements and documents, and lead testing efforts.

Required Qualifications & Skills

  • 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.
  • Experience with requirements management, test plans / procedures, and test execution.
  • Demonstrated practice 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

  • As a minimum a Bachelor of Science Degree in engineering, computer science, or related field from an accredited university, Electrical Engineering 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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    The hiring range for this position in California is $123,300 to $200,300 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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