About the role

  • Design and prototype figure sub-systems in step with actuation design and overall prototype testing goals
  • Design animated figure prototype and test equipment in SolidWorks and prepare detailed drawings
  • Perform calculations for machine designs including development of loads, stress analysis (FEA), and motor and component sizing
  • Perform electro-mechanical sub-system testing to verify system against requirements
  • Be responsible Individual for sub-system vendor/contractor management and oversight
  • Be responsible for SolidWorks models, drawing development, and release
  • Provide production support for prototype animated figures

Requirements

  • Minimum 5 years of relevant experience
  • Knowledge of animated figure design, electro-mechanical components, manufacturing processes and quality control processes
  • Understanding of tolerances, core machine design principles
  • Ability to proactively solve problems, adjust scope, and update management
  • Working knowledge of manufacturing and quality control processes
  • Strong knowledge of engineering design tools e.g. SolidWorks, ANSYS, MATLAB
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills with internal and external entities
  • Excellent documentation skills
  • Willingness to travel both domestic and international as required
  • Availability to work various shifts commensurate with global project requirements (typically 8am – 5 pm)
  • Familiarity with mechanical/electrical system modeling and control in robotics applications
  • Experience with Matlab/Simulink, FEA (Ansys, Nastran, etc.), PLM systems
  • Themed Entertainment experience.

Benefits

  • health and savings benefits
  • educational opportunities
  • special extras that only Disney can provide

Job title

Show Mechanical Engineer – Project Hire

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

$103,500 - $138,800 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

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