Senior Rockwork Engineer (Project Hire)
The Walt Disney Company
Job Posting Title:
Senior Rockwork Engineer (Project Hire)Req ID:
10124752Job Description:
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.
About the Role & Team
Curious to learn more? Rockwork Engineering is responsible for structural engineering including design, analysis, calculations and specifications for the interior and exterior rockwork elements of area development and themed attractions.
This is a Project Hire position with no guarantee of permanent placement.
What You Will Do
- Responsible for rockwork structural engineering design, analyses, calculations and specifications for larger projects of medium complexity
- Organize and develop project design criteria and engineering work plans for projects of varying complexity
- Monitor work progress and ensure that technical quality, interdisciplinary coordination and production requirements are met
- Monitor performance against the project design schedule, budget and earned value
- Become completely familiar with and be able to edit structural and rockwork sections of WDI master specifications.
- Take responsibility for obtaining building department approvals when required
- Answer construction bid period questions and respond to and resolve field issues and questions
- May have Engineer of Record responsibility
- Provide technical direction to in-house engineers and designers, and to outside consultants in the production of construction contract documents
- May lead a small team of rockwork engineers and designers in the production of construction documents for multiple attractions of medium complexity through all phases of design
- May direct US-based consultants to whom design is outsourced for WDI projects world-wide
Required Qualifications & Skills
- Working knowledge of structural engineering including current technologies and codes
- General knowledge of the structural engineering discipline, including industry practices, construction methods and materials, codes, current technology and the preparation and use of contract documents in all phases of design and construction
- Knowledge of the use of 3D CAD and analytical software for structural engineering design
- 6 or more years of work experience in structural and/or rockwork engineering
- 2 or more years managing a small team of structural or rockwork engineers and designers in the production of contract documents for construction
- Construction phase experience including the submittal/shop drawing review process and on-site field inspections
Required Education
- Graduate of an accredited engineering school with a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil/Structural Engineering.
- Professional registration in Civil Engineering
Preferred Education & Experience
- Registration as a Florida SE is desirable
- An advanced degree in the structural engineering field is preferred
Additional Information
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.
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The hiring range for this position in California is $113,800.00-$152,500.00 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 & StrategyJob Posting Primary Business:
Design Mgmt & Engineering (WDI)Primary Job Posting Category:
Rockwork EngineeringEmployment Type:
Full timePrimary City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Glendale, CA, USAAlternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Date Posted:
2025-07-07