Senior Ride Control Systems Engineer

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

5+ years 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 :

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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.

Job ID : 10096080

Location : Glendale,California

Job Posting Company : Walt Disney Imagineering

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