Senior Controls Engineer
Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10134354 Location Lake Buena Vista, Florida, United States Business Walt Disney World Resort Date posted Oct. 21, 2025Job Summary:
“We create happiness.” That’s our motto at Walt Disney Parks and Resorts. And it permeates everything we do. At Disney, you’ll help encourage that magic by enabling our teams to push the limits and build the never-before-seen! Are you ready to join this team and make an impact?"
As a Senior Controls Engineer, you would join a dynamic, team that has a passion for spotting problems and the know-how to diminish them. This role requires a self-sufficient, individual contributor who will troubleshoot engineering solutions for electrical ride & show systems. If this sounds like an opportunity for you, please apply today!
The Senior Controls Engineer will report to Manager, Sustaining Engineering.
Responsibilities/You will:
Develop/implement immediate engineering solutions based on collected data.
Perform engineering analysis.
Verify design/installation compliance with applicable codes and standards.
Supervise fabrication and installation efforts.
Develop engineering design documentation including engineering drawings, calculations, system requirements, hazards analysis, performance specifications, test plans, and maintenance procedures.
Basic Qualifications/You will have:
10+ years of experience in electrical/controls engineering within the industrial controls, automation, theme park or transportation industries.
Previous experience with open and closed loop feedback control systems, programmable logic controllers (PLC’s), relay logic, electric motors (AC and DC) and motor controllers (variable frequency, DC, stepper and servo drives), power conditioning, and distributed control networks (e.g. ControlNet)
Field troubleshooting experience including solution development and implementation in the industrial controls, automation, or show industries.
Experience working in multi-engineering discipline efforts including design, installation, testing, and sustaining/plant engineering on safety critical systems.
Proficiency documenting engineering design information in AutoCAD or equivalent.
Demonstrated proficiency in utilizing Windows based Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Proven oral and written communication and presentation skills.
Ability to work weekends, holidays, occasional 2nd or 3rd shifts, and immediate response coverage.
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of National Electrical Code, NFPA 79 and UL 508A codes and standards.
Demonstrated knowledge of audio and video systems including: amps/mixers, microphones, digital audio, cameras, projectors, video servers, and displays.
Demonstrated experience with software programming including ladder logic (Allen Bradley or Siemens) and C environments.
Understanding of PC and Network systems including: hardware, switches/routers, wireless, cabling/fiber communication, IP configuration, network security, and general troubleshooting.
EIT or Professional Engineering (PE) license in the State of Florida
Education:
Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering or equivalent from an ABET accredited curriculum.
Benefits and Perks:
Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life. This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities, and special extras that only Disney can provide. Learn more about our benefits and perks at https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.
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About Walt Disney World Resort:
Since opening in 1971, Walt Disney World Resort has played an important role in many childhood and family memories. Today, hundreds of millions of guests from around the globe visit this magical place to enjoy a Disney vacation. Through a combination of creativity, innovation and technology, the resort immerses guests in classic Disney tales and new kinds of family entertainment. Drawing from a rich heritage of storytelling, Walt Disney World Resort cast members bring Disney magic to life through unmatched attention to detail and superior guest service.
About The Walt Disney Company:
The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc., which is part of a business we call Walt Disney World Resort.
Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.
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