Ride Standards Engineering Specialist Principal

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