The Walt Disney Company · 2 weeks ago
Automation Engineer
United States
Contract
Remote
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expThe Walt Disney Company is dedicated to creating memorable experiences for guests while ensuring safety and excellence. As an Automation Engineer, you will maintain and troubleshoot electrical and electronic systems across various ship areas, ensuring operational efficiency and safety compliance.
Amusement Park and ArcadeAnimationConsumer GoodsDigital MediaE-CommerceMedia and EntertainmentMulti-level MarketingPerforming ArtsResorts
Responsibilities
Responsible to properly complete the monthly maintenance routines for equipment under their control, and to report all completed work on the AMOS system
All electronics systems relating to the operation, control, monitoring safety and surveillance of the mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic and thermal equipment contained within the main machinery spaces
Responsible for ship's communication systems, bridge navigation equipment
Telephone exchange
Security alarm systems
CCTV Systems
Fire Protection Systems
Maintenance (AMOS Monthly routines and unscheduled call outs) of mechanical, electrical, electronic equipment in Entertainment areas, including partnering with the Entertainment Technical team for support and equipment familiarization
Performs Emergency duties as specified in the ships Assembly Plan
Uphold the general safety management responsibilities in areas and operations under their control
Qualification
Required
Electro-technical Officer Certificate of Competency
2+ years' shipboard experience as senior Electro-technical Officer on cruise vessels
Excellent communication skills, including fluent written and spoken English
Enthusiasm about guiding other team members
Flexibility and a cool head in dynamic, ever-evolving environments
Be genuinely interested in a career at sea and willing to live and work onboard a Disney Cruise Line vessel
Be committed to the position you are applying for at least 2-3 contracts before a transfer or promotion
Be willing to follow and perform safety role, emergency duties and/or associated responsibilities as specified in the ship Assembly Plan
Be willing and able to uphold the general safety management responsibilities specified in the Safety Management System in areas and operations under their control
Be willing to follow and embrace United States Public Health requirements and guidelines as well as Environmentality requirements and Company practices
Be willing to be appreciative of working and living in a multi-cultural environment
Be comfortable living in a confined space with strict rules and regulations
Adhere to a structured lifestyle, personally and professionally
Have a valid passport and C1/D Seaman's visa (DCL will provide you with documents to obtain this)
Complete a pre-employment medical
Obtain a criminal background check
Bring approved work shoes
Disney Cruise Line is a drug-free workplace. All new hires are required to undergo drug/alcohol testing within the first week onboard and throughout their contracts. Failure to pass the drug/alcohol testing will result in immediate termination
Company
The Walt Disney Company
The Walt Disney Company started as a cartoon studio and evolves into sports coverage and television shows.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (83)
2024 (63)
2023 (96)
2022 (130)
2021 (30)
2020 (40)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$11BKey Investors
Citibank
2020-04-13Post Ipo Debt· $5B
2020-03-20Post Ipo Debt· $6B
1978-01-06IPO
Leadership Team
Christine M. McCarthy
Senior Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
Jamie Power
SVP, Addressable Sales
Recent News
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