Walt Disney Imagineering · 1 month ago
Senior Show Electronic Designer - Project Hire/Internal Assignment
Glendale, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$96K/yr - $128K/yr
10+ years expWalt Disney Imagineering is the creative force that imagines, designs, and brings to life all Disney theme parks, resorts, attractions, and cruise ships worldwide. As the Senior Show Electronic Engineer, you will perform Audio/Video Engineering activities related to attractions ride, show and park/resort wide systems, ensuring a quality final product while managing budget, schedule, and deliverables.
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Responsibilities
Makes decisions and recommendations that influence significant A/V engineering activities for new attractions and theme park lands
Establishes and maintains frequent communication with engineers, Audio Media Designers, Acousticians, and members from other organizations and companies, requiring abilities in persuasion and negotiation on important matters
Apply creativity, foresight, and engineering judgment to anticipate and address A/V engineering problems, meet program objectives and requirements, and develop standards and guidelines for various engineering activities
Contribute to an engineering team throughout all stages of design, documentation, production, installation, testing, and final reporting for complex projects. Ensure that creative and functional objectives are accurately translated into detailed design requirements. Oversee field technicians and support staff as necessary
Ensure compliance with A/V department standards and procedures
Plan A/V engineering resources and schedules to support estimating
Develop specs and test plans
Oversee design from blue sky to project turnover
Identify, gather, define, and document audiovisual interface requirements for utilities, including specifications for electrical power as well as equipment cooling and heating loads
Create, review and approve top-level, layout, and design drawings for electronic subsystems prior to release
Identify and collect vendor electronic equipment specifications. Oversee vendor design processes and facilitate the resolution of technical issues arising between vendors
Conduct risk analysis and report to management when needed
Guide designers in creating facility and equipment drawings. Manage interface requirements between controls, ride mechanics, and audio elements
Troubleshoot first article assembly issues directly as needed. Offer electronic contractor assistance and conduct verification of initial assembly and bench testing as needed
Review contractor manufacturing and quality documentation to ensure compliance with contractual technical requirements
Confirm that A/V equipment installation and acoustic treatments align with project drawings and specifications
Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve installation conflicts, interferences, or other issues as they arise
Assess A/V system performance to verify it meets all stipulated requirements
Qualification
Required
10 years or more experience in related field
Proficient in AutoCAD. Working knowledge of Revit or a willingness to learn
Requires expertise in preparing procurement specifications and design documents, focusing on complex audio and video systems, including equipment selection, system integration, purchasing, and installation
Maintain awareness of current audio, acoustic, and video technology globally
Possess knowledge and familiarity with relevant industry standards
Understand networked audio and video distribution, as well as park-wide systems
Have a working understanding of architectural and facility requirements and how discipline-specific products integrate into attractions
Demonstrate experience in prototype design
Be knowledgeable about Underwriters Laboratory Standards, National Electric Code, and National Fire Protection Association guidelines
Clear verbal and written communication with multiple stakeholders is required
Preferred
Strong hardware expertise and hands-on installation experience
Ability to work independently, incorporate team input, and adapt to changing requirements
Willingness to travel or relocate for up to 6–12 months is essential
Develop scripts for Audio Control and Processing systems, including Alcorn V16 and Peavey NION, QSC Q-SYS
On-board audio systems Design and Commissioning
Industry Certifications Desirable (QSC, Audinate, Avixa, Cisco, BICSI)
Benefits
Health and savings benefits
Educational opportunities
Special extras that only Disney can provide
Company
Walt Disney Imagineering
Walt Disney Imagineering is the design and development arm of The Walt Disney Company.
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