Senior Ride Control Hardware Engineer (Controls Automation)

Job Posting Title: Senior Ride Control Hardware Engineer (Controls Automation) Req ID: 10153000 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.

Ride Control Hardware Engineers work within Walt Disney Imagineering’s Ride Studio in a highly collaborative environment on diverse teams. Engineering activities cover all aspects of control system design and implementation, from concept to commissioning, for a wide variety of innovative ride platforms.

The Ride Control Hardware Engineer will report to the Ride Control Systems Engineering Executive.

This is a full time role.

What You Will Do: Support programmable, electrical, and electronic hardware scope to design and deliver control systems for complex, innovative ride systems

Perform engineering design and analysis for ride systems, focusing on electrical control systems

Develop control system and network architectures

Design, model, and analyze electrical supply systems

Research new products, technologies, and methodologies

Lead a team of ride control engineers and collaborate with other professionals to develop ride control systems

Develop control equipment requirements and specifications

Develop and implement proof-of-concept mock-ups and prototypes

Conduct hazard assessments and failure modes and effects analysis

Manage vendors, contractors, and consultants developing and implementing ride control systems

Define and oversee supplier and consultant design and delivery

Ensure all delivery and performance requirements are satisfied

Conduct factory acceptance tests and ride system installation

Required Qualifications & Skills 5+ years of Controls Experience

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

Extensive knowledge of electrical design standards and codes, including UL508a and NEC

Familiarity with amusement and automation industry standards, including ASTM F2291

Expertise in motor and motion control methods and components

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 Licensed professional engineer

Proficient with engineering design tools including AutoCAD, Matlab, Simulink, Solidworks, EPLAN

Proficient in Rockwell and Siemens automation systems architecture and components

Electrical and troubleshooting skills (voltmeter, oscilloscope, etc.)

Knowledge of international amusement industry standards applicable in France, Hong Kong, or China

Education Bachelor of Science Degree or above in engineering field required

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