Show Electronic Engineer (Project Hire/Internal Assignment) at The Walt Disney Company

Glendale, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Entertainment, Theme Parks, EngineeringIndustries

Requirements

3 or more years of related experience
Understanding of electronic principles
Understanding of mechanical and software systems
Understanding of techniques for fault finding electrical / electronic / control systems
Schematic and assembly drawing of control systems
Creative Translator - Clean Sheet Design
Field Integration (Test & Adjust)
Scheduling Methods / Experience
Estimating Methods / Experience
Knowledge of computer, power, and communications theory
Manage & Supplement Vendor
System Integration
Engineering Analysis & Simulation
Engineering Specifications & Requirements
Prototype Design

Responsibilities

Make recommendations that have an important impact on extensive engineering activities
Initiate and maintain 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
Translate functional requirements into design requirements
Develop procurement specifications and design documents with emphasis on complex systems involving equipment, components, systems design and integration, procurement and installation
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

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Electronics EngineeringShow Control SystemsHardware EngineeringCircuit DesignPCB DesignEmbedded SystemsPLC ProgrammingSensorsActuatorsControl SystemsProject EngineeringProblem SolvingInnovation

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this a full-time permanent position?

This is a Project Hire/Internal Assignment position with no guarantee of permanent placement, though the employment type is full time.

What is the reporting structure for this role?

You will report into the Manager, Show Control Hardware Engineering.

What are the key responsibilities of the Show Electronic Engineer?

Responsibilities include making recommendations impacting engineering activities, initiating contact with key engineers for persuasion and negotiation, demonstrating creativity and foresight in solving unprecedented problems, working with teams on designs and documentation, translating functional requirements into design requirements, and developing procurement specifications for complex systems.

What is the company culture like at Walt Disney Imagineering?

Imagineering blends innovative storytelling, art, science, and technology to create immersive experiences; innovation is in their DNA, with a focus on pushing boundaries, creative problem-solving, diverse expertise, and upholding Disney quality.

What qualities make a strong candidate for this role?

Strong candidates are professionals thirsty for diverse experiences, eager to learn, confident in upholding Disney quality, with creativity, foresight, mature engineering judgment, skills in persuasion and negotiation, and the ability to solve unprecedented problems.