Ride Standards Engineering Specialist Principal
Company: The Walt Disney Company
Location: Glendale
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Posting Title: Ride Standards Engineering Specialist
Principal Req ID: 10145661 Job Description: About the Role & Team
Walt Disney Imagineering is the creative force that imagines,
designs, and brings to life all Disney theme parks, resorts,
attractions, and cruise ships worldwide. Working across a spectrum
of disciplines that range from creative and conceptual to
scientific and technical, Imagineers blend an innovative mixture of
storytelling, art, science, and technology to create immersive
experiences, memorable destinations, and innovative entertainment
for families around the globe. Nearly every project at Walt Disney
Imagineering includes a first-of-its-kind. Innovation is in our
DNA, and Imagineers constantly push the boundaries of technology
and invent new goals as well as the solutions to achieve them. As
Imagineers, one of our greatest rewards is knowing that the
experiences and environments we create inspire others. The
diversity of expertise at Imagineering makes us uniquely capable of
influencing positive change in our communities and around the
world. And knowing that we have helped make a difference is
incredibly fulfilling and inspiring for all of us. At Ride
Engineering, it is our responsibility to move people through our
stories in magical ways that bring these experiences to life! Ride
Engineers bring optimism and solutions to design challenges that
often seem impossible and partner with diverse creative talent to
define and build one-of-a-kind experiences that bring fun and joy
to millions of people all around the world. We Create to Inspire!
The Ride Standards Engineering Specialist Principal will report to
Executive Ride Development Engineering. This is a full time role
located in Glendale, CA. What You Will Do: Revise and update
existing technical standards to align with current practices. Work
alongside engineers to develop content for engineering standards.
Maintain standards update schedule. Interface with Global
management for document approvals. Work with project teams to
identify standards that require updating off schedule. Assist
engineers in writing procurement documents. Coordinate meetings
with content developers. Edit Documents produced by others for
clarity, succinctness, and organization. Providing policy
recommendations ono “standards” that will best serve the Company’s
disciplines directly affected by the published standard. Collects
information from Engineers and performs research on technical
subject matter necessary to complete the content of a document.
Facilitate standards review meetings to ensure the direction of
progress. Required Qualifications and Skills Strong communication
skills with the ability to work with engineers and executive
leaders. An excellent understanding of the philosophy of standards
and standardization An excellent understanding in the mechanics of
a specification, standard, and guideline. Expert in Microsoft word
with the ability to work with Excel, Visio, AutoCAD. Familiar with
documentation templates and automation tools. Knowledge of, and
expertise with industry codes and standards. Excellent written &
verbal communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively within
a large and diverse team environment. Highly dependable, strong
work ethic, with excellent time management skills. Willingness to
learn new things and continually improve capabilities/skills.
Positive and optimistic influence on team, department, and
community. Preferred Qualifications and Skills Previous Disney or
entertainment experience, with advanced knowledge of Disney and/or
Industry standards. Extensive experience with life safety
design/requirements. Five Years Experience involving standards
management in themed entertainment or related industries
Education/Experience: ?As a minimum ten years working experience
required. Bachelor of Science Degree in engineering, computer
science, or related field from an accredited university preferred.
The hiring range for this position in California is $95,500 to
$128,000 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into
account internal equity and also may vary depending on the
candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and
experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive
units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in
addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other
benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. Job Posting
Segment: WDI Global Business Operations & Strategy Job Posting
Primary Business: Ride Engineering (WDI) Primary Job Posting
Category: Tech Standards Employment Type: Full time Primary City,
State, Region, Postal Code: Glendale, CA, USA Alternate City,
State, Region, Postal Code: Date Posted: 2026-03-18
Keywords: The Walt Disney Company, Glendale , Ride Standards Engineering Specialist Principal, Engineering , Glendale, Arizona
