Job Posting Title:

Project Engineer, Worldwide Safety Assurance (Project Hire/Internal Assignment)

Req ID:

10149427

Job Description:

What do our attractions have in common? They are all experiences that Guests enjoy at our parks worldwide, and they all rely on several safety programs and processes. Safety is our number one priority at Disney, and there is a world of amazing systems that keep our Guests and Cast Members safe every day, systems that they never see.

As a Project Engineer in the Worldwide Safety Assurance (WSA) team, you will be a part of keeping our Guests and Cast Members safe. You will support the design, implementation, and testing of complex surveillance and control systems, collaborating with senior engineers to drive technical solutions that reduce risk within the Disney Experiences organization.

You will report to the Senior Manager, Video Analytics.

This is an estimated 14-month Project Hire position with no guarantee of permanent placement.

Responsibilities/You Will:

Technical Support and Implementation

• Assist in the design and delivery of physical and electronic hardware for surveillance and control systems, including mounting solutions and equipment housing

• Support the development of control equipment requirements and technical specifications under the guidance of senior engineering staff

• Help implement proof-of-concept mock-ups and prototypes to test new technologies.

• Assist with the installation and configuration of hardware (e.g., Bosch, Axis) and the alignment of cameras/IR sensors

• Support the integration of computer vision algorithms and AI/ML components into existing safety systems

• Participate in testing, troubleshooting, and factory acceptance tests (FAT) during system commissioning

Project Coordination

• Coordinate project activities to ensure technical tasks are completed on time and align with the project schedule

• Assist in monitoring project progress and documenting technical risks and mitigation strategies

• Help maintain project documentation, standards, and scopes of work

• Support the tracking of deliverables using Airtable and other project management tools

Collaboration and Communication

• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including audio/visual, engineering services, and operations, to ensure seamless system integration

• Assist in communicating technical updates and requirements to project stakeholders

• Participate in onsite walks with affiliated partners and local Parks leadership to identify safety gaps

Basic Qualifications/You Have:

• 2+ years of engineering or technical project management experience showing increasing levels of responsibility

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, with strong expertise in Excel (including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs)

• Experience developing high-impact PowerPoint presentations and translating data into clear, compelling insights

• Fundamental understanding of engineering principles and electrical design standards

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

• Demonstrated proficiency in project management scheduling methodologies, including critical path analysis

• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders, helping to settle conflicting requirements and priorities between parties

• Airtable familiarity and ability to learn expanding reporting functionality

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with systems integration, including communication protocols (TCP/IP, RTSP) or industrial control interfaces

• Interest or basic knowledge of automation tools, data analysis, or programming languages (e.g., Python)

• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) certification preferred

• Exposure to engineering design tools such as AutoCAD, Solidworks, or Matlab

• Interest or experience in machine learning, API, and IoT integrated systems

• Experience with AirTable or similar PM Tools for project tracking

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering – or related degree

Additional Information:

Our Benefits: 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.

The hiring range for this position in Lake Buena Vista, FL is $91,000 - $121,900 per year and in Anaheim, CA is $101,300 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:

Worldwide Safety, Health, Engineer & Sourcing

Job Posting Primary Business:

Safety Assurance (WSHES)

Primary Job Posting Category:

Engineering Project Management

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Lake Buena Vista, FL, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

USA - CA - Disneyland Service - Team Disney Office

Date Posted:

2026-06-23