Ride Control Systems Engineer Principal (Design Assurance)
Job Posting Title:
Ride Control Systems Engineer Principal (Design Assurance)
Req ID:
10084245
Job Description:
We make the magic! Thats our motto at Walt Disney Imagineering, the arm of The Walt Disney Company that creates key content for Disney Experiences all around the world.
Ride Control Systems Engineers work within Imagineerings Ride Engineering Studio in a highly collaborative environment on diverse teams. Engineering activities cover all aspects of ride control system design and implementation, from concept to commissioning, for a wide variety of innovative ride platforms.
The role of Ride Control Systems Engineer Principal (Design Assurance) focuses on design, analysis, system safety, and verification across multiple projects, supporting project teams in critical engineering quality activities.
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.
Basic Qualifications:
At least 15 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, and manage tasks and priorities
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of amusement industry standards applicable in Japan, France, Hong Kong, and China
Proficient in Rockwell, Siemens, and Beckhoff automation systems architecture and components
Expertise in motor and motion control methods and components
Solid understanding of kinematics as it pertains to ride systems and machines
Knowledge of pneumatic controls and devices
Proficient with engineering applications, including AutoCAD, EPlan, Matlab, Simulink, Solidworks, Visure
Knowledge of modeling methodologies using UML/SysML
Experience with multitasking software platforms and design approaches
Experience in broad application of control system theory (closed-loop control, MIMO systems, positioning and navigation)
Certified Functional Safety Engineer
Required Education:
Bachelor of Science Degree in an engineering field from an accredited university
The hiring range for this position in California is $149,300.00 to $200,200.00 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidates 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 Posting Segment:
DO NOT USE-WDI Delivery
Job Posting Primary Business:
DO NOT USE-Project Design & Delivery (WDI)
Primary Job Posting Category:
Systems Engineer
Employment Type:
Full time
Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Glendale, CA, USA
Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Date Posted:
2024-04-15
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Ride Control Systems Engineer Principal (Design Assurance)
Req ID:
10084245
Job Description:
We make the magic! Thats our motto at Walt Disney Imagineering, the arm of The Walt Disney Company that creates key content for Disney Experiences all around the world.
Ride Control Systems Engineers work within Imagineerings Ride Engineering Studio in a highly collaborative environment on diverse teams. Engineering activities cover all aspects of ride control system design and implementation, from concept to commissioning, for a wide variety of innovative ride platforms.
The role of Ride Control Systems Engineer Principal (Design Assurance) focuses on design, analysis, system safety, and verification across multiple projects, supporting project teams in critical engineering quality activities.
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.
Basic Qualifications:
At least 15 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, and manage tasks and priorities
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of amusement industry standards applicable in Japan, France, Hong Kong, and China
Proficient in Rockwell, Siemens, and Beckhoff automation systems architecture and components
Expertise in motor and motion control methods and components
Solid understanding of kinematics as it pertains to ride systems and machines
Knowledge of pneumatic controls and devices
Proficient with engineering applications, including AutoCAD, EPlan, Matlab, Simulink, Solidworks, Visure
Knowledge of modeling methodologies using UML/SysML
Experience with multitasking software platforms and design approaches
Experience in broad application of control system theory (closed-loop control, MIMO systems, positioning and navigation)
Certified Functional Safety Engineer
Required Education:
Bachelor of Science Degree in an engineering field from an accredited university
The hiring range for this position in California is $149,300.00 to $200,200.00 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidates 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 Posting Segment:
DO NOT USE-WDI Delivery
Job Posting Primary Business:
DO NOT USE-Project Design & Delivery (WDI)
Primary Job Posting Category:
Systems Engineer
Employment Type:
Full time
Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Glendale, CA, USA
Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Date Posted:
2024-04-15
Apply Now