Mechanical Designer

Non-Exempt (Paid for OT)
Required Education: Two (2) or more years of college (mechanical engineering or engineering technology courses) preferably with an Associates or higher-level degree, or equivalent work experience.
Preferred Education: Four (4) or more years of college with a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited University
Work Schedule: * **Work Schedule:** Full-time onsite, Monday through Friday


Would you like the opportunity to create and communicate design through production drawings for Disney Parks, Experiences and Products? Do you see yourself collaborating with our Engineering team to deliver design drawings in support of the planning and execution of capital and sustainment projects for our innovative attractions?
As a Ride & Show Mechanical Designer, you would work closely with our Design & Engineering teams, line of business customers, outside vendors, and project management staff to support project specific requirements and create conceptual and production CAD designs, detail drawings, and other supporting documentation.
If you are a great CAD designer and want to put your skills to use every day to create and preserve the Disney design drawing legacy, please apply to be a Ride & Show Mechanical Designer!

Responsibilities
You would join a collaborative team in an open environment as we partner closely with Engineering to develop conceptual and production design packages in support of project requirements. We want your passion for providing CAD design layouts and detail drawings to support Engineering for capital and expense projects.
Every single day as a Ride & Show Mechanical Designer is different! On any one day you might:
Work closely with Engineering to develop conceptual and production design packages in support of project requirements. Provide CAD design layouts and detail drawings to support Engineering for capital and expense projects
Help develop and participate in project design reviews
Perform research of background and historical data in support of identifying project requirements and developing design solutions
Research and select proper materials, processes, and vendors to be specified for design projects
Ensure that drawings comply with applicable codes, legislation, and regulatory requirements as well as both internal and industry standards, including state specific ride law
Review design packages with vendors and shops for conformance with design documentation
Work with Engineers and Senior Designers to ensure as-built drawings and other project documentation are properly detailed and submitted into the electronic data management system (EDMS) for archival and are subsequently properly updated
Stay abreast of new technologies and best practices regarding designs, materials, and products by sharing knowledge and lessons learned
Carry out routine work, with established procedures and instructions under immediate supervision
Complete redline drawings as directed by responsible Engineers

Required Qualifications (Please apply if you have):
2+ years of design experience as a Designer or degreed Engineer in a design environment working in a multidiscipline, technical, team setting
Introductory SolidWorks and AutoCAD experience (professional training and/or certification) in both modeling and drawing creation
General engineering and mechanical design skills, including manufacturing practices and processes
Knowledge of materials (metals, composites, plastics), welding, finish processes, ASME standards (Y14 and Y14.5), and engineering documentation skills
Passion for understanding and maintaining design elements of park wide ride experiences, animatronic figures, and show mechanical equipment.
Additional passion for understanding and maintaining design elements of various transportation systems such as Steam Trains, Boats, Monorails and Buses.
Ability to understand basic machine assemblies and power systems and effectively translate on to paper via CAD or physical drawings.
Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
Demonstrated interpersonal, problem solving, analytical, time management, and organizational skills with the ability to effectively communicate to all levels of management
Ability to work independently on multiple projects & priorities as well as within a team in a high-paced environment, and seek guidance/approval with on-going communication
Proficiency using Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Aptitude to quickly learn computer software packages

Additional Qualifications (It would be nice if you also have):
2+ years' experience in a theme park design environment
Reliability centered maintenance experience

Required Education
Two (2) or more years of college (mechanical engineering or engineering technology courses) preferably with an Associates or higher-level degree, or equivalent work experience.

Preferred Education
Four (4) or more years of college with a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited University
Certified SolidWorks Professional (CSWP)
GD&T professional training and/or certification
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent

Notes
Requires a significant amount of time spent in a sitting position conducting CAD workstation operation.
Required job duties are normally performed in a climate-controlled office environment, but some time shall be required to work after hours for gathering as-built documentation, capturing field conditions, and attraction testing, as required. This may include, but is not limited to, climbing stairs, ladders, crawling, and accessing confined spaces.
Must be able to work a flexible schedule including overtime, nights, weekends, holidays, and variable shifts as required.

ils: * **Work Schedule:** Full-time onsite, Monday through Friday

* **Interview Process:** One panel interview with the team conducted onsite

* **Candidate Experience Requirements:** The team is open to considering recent graduates with a minimum of 12 years of relevant experience. Please do not submit candidates with 20+ years of experience, as they would not align with the team's current requirements.