Mechanical Designer

Ride & Show Electrical Designer

Would you like the opportunity to create and communicate design through production drawings for Disney Parks, Experiences and Products, DPEP? 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 Electrical Designer, you would work closely with our Design & Engineering teams, line of business (LOB) customers, outside vendors, and project management staff to support project specific requirements and create CAD designs, detail drawings, and other supporting documentation. You'd make an impact by being involved in a variety of detail production drawings for electrical wiring diagrams, schematics of electrical systems, mechanical details and assemblies for racks, consoles and control boxes and documentation for our amazing attractions. If you're a great designer and want to put your skills to use every day, please apply to be a Ride & Show Electrical Designer!

Responsibilities:

You'd join a collaborative team in an open environment as we partner closely with Engineering to develop innovative and production design packages in support of project requirements. We want your passion for providing CAD design layouts and detail drawings to support Engineers for capital and expense projects. Every single day as a Ride & Show Electrical Designer is different! On any one day you might:

• Work closely with Engineering to develop innovative 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.
• Complete multiple fast paced well defined projects using effective time management principles and task tracking software.
• Research applicable historical data, documentation, lessons learned, materials, processes, parts, systems, vendors, etc… to determine necessary project requirements and formulate multiple solutions for client review and selection.
• Ensure that drawings comply with applicable codes, legislation and regulatory requirements as well as both internal and industry standards, including California/Florida Ride Law.
• Review design packages with vendors and shops for conformance with design documentation, to ensure timely and successful outcomes.
• Work with Engineers and Document Control Staff 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, thru to completion.
• Stay abreast and maintain proficient in best industry practices, industrial codes, company specifications and relevant international, federal, state and local legislation pertaining to electrical control systems, electrical cabinets, electrical wiring, power and communications distribution systems, IT infrastructure, fire alarm systems, power storage systems, pyrotechnics, remote monitoring systems, switchgear, telecommunications systems, PLC base textile processing equipment and transit systems used in a permeant theme park environment.
• Be open to learning new software packages and adapt to utilizing them per company standards in support of project documentation delivery.
• Understanding of new technologies, products, processes, methodologies, services, vendors, etc… and put forth for consideration where they reduce cost, increase quality and/or safety or help overcome a well-defined technical or commercial challenge.

Skills:

Autocad, Solidworks, gd&t, mechanical engineering, control panel layout, autocad electrical, cable harness

Top Skills Details:

Autocad, Solidworks, gd&t, mechanical engineering

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

Four (4) or more years of design experience as a Designer or degreed Engineer

AutoCAD electrical experience preferred (professional training and/or certification)

Engineering and electrical/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

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 on multiple defined projects as well as within a team in a high-paced environment, and seek guidance/approval with on-going communication

Strong interpersonal, problem solving, analytical, time management, and organization skills

Open to quickly learn computer software packages

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

Preferred Education, Experience:

GD&T training and/or certification

SolidWorks CSWA certification or equivalent professional training or on the job proficiency acceptable

AutoCAD 2018, Autodesk Certified Professional in AutoCAD for Design & Drafting preferred, equivalent professional training or on the job proficiency acceptable

AutoCAD Electrical 2018, professional training preferred, equivalent on the job proficiency acceptable

Eplan P2.9, Eplan Certified Engineer preferred, equivalent professional training or on the job proficiency acceptable

Awareness of Industry Standards; documents included but not limited to: ANSI, ASME, Florida State Law, Title XXXVI, IEC, IEEE, ISO, JIC, MIL-STD, NEMA OSHA, NFPA, SAE, UL

Experience Level: Intermediate Level

Job Type & Location:

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Orlando, FL.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $32.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision

• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

• Short and long-term disability

• Health Spending Account (HSA)

• Transportation benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type:

This is a fully onsite position in Orlando, FL.

Application Deadline:

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 16, 2025.

About Actalent:

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email acta Lentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.