Job Description
Join our innovative team at Disney, where creativity and technology come together to create magical experiences. We're seeking a highly skilled Senior Ride Development Specialist to lead the design and development of cutting-edge ride systems. As a remote-based position, you'll have the flexibility to work from anywhere, collaborating with a diverse team of technical and creative experts.
In this role, you'll be responsible for driving the success of our ride development projects, from concept to installation. With a competitive salary of $30/hour and comprehensive benefits, this is an opportunity to take your career to the next level.
Job Summary:
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and develop "clean sheet" concept rides that meet creative intent and partner requirements
- Distill and organize technical requirements from high-level insight/story descriptions and artwork
- Collaborate with key stakeholders to define system requirements and interface specifications
- Lead the daily activities of a design and engineering team through all phases of work, including planning, mockups, production, installation, testing, turnover, and close-out efforts
- Develop and manage project documentation, including scope, analysis, testing, risk, and report records
- Oversee vendor/contractor management and supervision
- Lead digital model and drawing development, release, and delivery
- Conduct large-scale verification of concept model and prototype efforts; plan/fab/test
- Collaborate with the project procurement team to evaluate, bid, and award external vendor contracts
- Lead/manage the installation of ride mechanical equipment, field support, and testing
Requirements:
- Relevant mechanical engineering experience
- Advanced engineering knowledge (e.g., statics, dynamics, resistances, kinematics, stress/strain)
- Advanced engineering expertise (e.g., machine design, weldments, power train, materials)
- Proficiency with design tools (e.g., SolidWorks, Navisworks, AutoCAD, SketchUp, ANSYS, FEA, Matlab)
- Excellent design sensibilities and creative problem-solving skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- Past Disney or entertainment experience, with in-depth knowledge of the industry
- Experience with life safety design/requirements
- Experience with prototype, development, or innovative products
- Technical certifications (EIT, FE, PE)
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