Mechanical Controls Designer
Anaheim, CA - USA
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Job Summary
Introduction
Visium Resources has been asked to identify qualified candidates for this Ride & Show Controls Designer position. This position is a contract opportunity which is expected to be on-site in Anaheim CA for a duration of 2 Years.
- Work closely with Engineering to develop innovative 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
- Establish strategy for design development against schedule-driven technical milestones
- Serve as primary mechanical lead for design production integration and testing performed both by internal team and external vendors.
- Review design package with vendors and shops for conformance with design documentation
- 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 Document Management 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
- 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 red line drawings as directed by responsible Engineers
- Teach and mentor our growing staff on all internal Disney system applications
- Five (5) or more years of design experience as a Designer or degreed Engineer in a design environment working in a multidiscipline technical team setting
- Outstanding clean sheet design sensibilities
- Demonstrated proficiency in SolidWorks and AutoCAD (professional training and/or certification) in both modeling and drawing creation; minimum of five (5) years of experience
- Demonstrated experience with creating completed production drawing packages configuration management dimensioning and tolerancing design of weldments sheet metal design material selection fastening and joining machine and fabrication shop practices inspection hydraulics and pneumatics and machine repair practices
- Solid engineering and mechanical design skills including manufacturing practices and processes
- Strong knowledge of materials (metals composites plastics) welding finish processes ASME standards (Y14 and Y14.5) and engineering documentation skills
- Ability to lead sophisticated design fabrication and commissioning activities
- 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.
- Advanced understanding of machine assemblies and power systems and ability to effectively translate on to paper via CAD or physical drawings.
- Proficiency in 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 including executive staff
- Ability to work with minimum supervision on multiple projects as well as within a team in a high-paced environment conferring with superiors on unusual matters
- Proficiency using Microsoft Office applications including Outlook Word Excel and PowerPoint
- Aptitude to quickly learn computer software packages
- 5 years of experience in a theme park design environment
- Reliability centered maintenance experience
- Experience with EPLAN PLM/SmarTeam systems Navisworks BIM modeling
- 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.
- 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
Visium Resources is an award-winning employment firm with a mission to match talented individuals with highly successful organizations. At Visium our companys success is based on your success. When you work with us you are never just a number. You are our most important asset. Here you will know us by name through our regular visits to client sites and even occasional luncheons. We will always be there when you need assistance and will always go the extra mile to ensure that you are as successful as possible. Whether youre looking for contract contract-to-hire or permanent opportunities we firmly believe there is no employment agency that will work harder for you than Visium.
Visium Resources is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment is decided based on qualifications merit and business need.
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