Ride Control System Engineer, Principal (Design Assurance) at The Walt Disney Company

Glendale, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Entertainment, Theme Parks, Amusement RidesIndustries

Requirements

10+ years of experience with ride control system design, engineering, installation, and commissioning
Proficient in fail-safe and safety-related control system design
Experience with requirements development, test plans/procedures, and test execution
Extensive knowledge of ride control system architectures and equipment
Solid understanding of communication protocols: TCP/IP, CAN, serial, ProfiNET, Ethernet/IP, EtherCAT
Proficient in automated control system design applying functional safety concepts and standards
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 and communication
Ability to travel domestically and internationally for 1-week to 3-month durations
Ability to handle multiple complex efforts simultaneously, exert influence

Responsibilities

Conduct design assurance activities in standards and best practices development, partnering with ride engineering partners across Disney Experiences and the amusement ride industry
Stay abreast of, and participate in the development of, company and industry standards and methodologies
Participate in company committees and industry organizations involved in ride safety and design
Maintain and improve engineering processes to meet project delivery and design assurance objectives
Conduct design assurance activities for ride project design review and testing, partnering with ride project team members
Review ride system design and test packages for compliance with industry and company standards
Assess whether designs are of appropriate quality and meet project requirements
Advise project teams on optimal ride control system designs, safety analysis methods and results, and testing approaches
Prepare and present Disney requirements and design practices for 3rd party training
Mentor and train ride control engineers
Prepare and present Disney requirements and design practices for internal training
Advocate the processes, standards, and practices that produce quality designs
Mentor and assist design engineers with technical challenges, standards, and methodology
Mentor ride engineers in design excellence

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Ride Control SystemsDesign AssuranceStandards DevelopmentBest PracticesRide EngineeringControl Systems EngineeringSafety Standards

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this a full-time position?

Yes, this is a full-time role.

What is the reporting structure for this role?

You will report to the Executive, Ride Controls Systems Engineering.

What are the main responsibilities of this role?

Responsibilities include conducting design assurance activities, staying abreast of standards, participating in committees, maintaining engineering processes, reviewing designs for compliance, advising teams, preparing training, mentoring engineers, and advocating for quality practices.

What is the company culture like at Walt Disney Imagineering?

Walt Disney Imagineering blends innovative storytelling, art, science, and technology to create immersive experiences; innovation is in their DNA, they push technological boundaries, and they create to inspire while influencing positive change.

What makes a strong candidate for this position?

A strong candidate would have expertise in ride control systems engineering, experience with design assurance, standards development, safety analysis, and the ability to mentor and train others while advocating for quality processes.