Attractions Engineer

Job ID 1248349BR Location Shipboard Business Disney Cruise Line Date posted Feb. 19, 2025

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Job Summary:

Every day at Disney Cruise Line we take pride in bringing the magic of Disney to life. We find joy in creating cherished memories and form genuine connections with our guests. We hold each other to the highest degree and always act responsibly while ensuring the safety of fellow crew and guests. United by our Disney values, we work toward excellence in all we do. As a part of our team, you can live and work in a diverse and inclusive environment amidst a professional and supportive community. If you are ready to create unforgettable experiences and grow as a person and as a professional, apply today.

The Attraction Engineer is responsible the the maintenance and repair of all attraction equipment, accessories and specialty structures. You will report to the First Engineer.

Level: 2.5 stripes Officer

Responsibilities:

The Attraction Engineer is responsible for the implementation of the Attractions and Ride Systems engineering operations procedures, maintenance and performance monitoring in line with the Manual and Engineering Documentation.
Ensure that all maintenance Engineers are trained and certified to conduct inspections and maintenance in accordance with guidelines.
Responsible for proper record taking, keeping, and tracking to ensure that any maintenance is completed and recorded.
Responsible for Engineering and Safety preoperational inspections and handover to Entertainment Attractions Operational Colleagues.
Conduct required visual inspections of attractions, including track and related machinery, and surrounding area for potentially unsafe conditions and to confirm normal operations
Perform necessary troubleshooting of mechanical and electronic systems which might include a Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), hydraulics, pneumatics, audio and video systems, drive systems, and DC/AC motors, while coordinating with R&S Engineering as necessary to disposition findings
Implement oversight of engineering spare parts quality control in line with requirements for Rides & Attractions
Annual Inspection and certification must be planned with shoreside Ride Engineering team.
Keep 1^st Engineer, Chief Engineer and Chief Electrical Engineer informed of Attractions operational status.
Maintain communication with MTO Ride & Attractions Engineer.
Coordinate with Entertainment Ride Operational CMs for Engineering aspects
Partner with Ride Engineering for planned inspections and maintenance visits, drawing updates, ride critical work order extension, job plan updates and software changes
Sees that personnel files for the positions under them in the chain of command are maintained (working with Human Resources)
Emergency Duties as specified in the ship’s Assembly Stations and Emergency Functions Plan
SMS – uphold the general safety management responsibilities in areas and operations under their control.

Basic Qualifications:

Minimum 5 years working in attraction equipment maintenance on a large cruise/passenger vessel or theme park
Enthusiasm about guiding other team members
Fluent written and spoken English

Required Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent.

Additional Information:

This is a SHIPBOARD role

You must:

Be genuinely interested in a career at sea and willing to live and work onboard a Disney Cruise Line vessel
Be committed to the position you are applying for at least 2-3 contracts before a transfer or promotion
Be willing to follow and perform safety role, emergency duties and/or associated responsibilities as specified in the ship Assembly Plan
Be willing and able to uphold the general safety management responsibilities specified in the Safety Management System in areas and operations under their control
Be willing to follow and embrace United States Public Health requirements and guidelines as well as Environmentality requirements and Company practices
Be comfortable living in a confined space with strict rules and regulations
Adhere to a structured lifestyle, personally and professionally

Your Responsibilities:

Have a valid passport and C1/D Seaman's visa (DCL will provide you with documents to obtain this)
Complete a pre-employment medical
Obtain a criminal background check

***Disney Cruise Line is a drug-free workplace. All new hires are required to undergo drug/alcohol testing within the first week onboard and throughout their contracts. Failure to pass the drug/alcohol testing will result in immediate termination.

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About Disney Cruise Line:

A leader in the cruise industry, Disney Cruise Line provides a setting where families can reconnect, adults can recharge and children can experience all the magic that Disney has to offer. Guests can sail out of ports around the world on exciting itineraries to the Caribbean, Bahamas, Alaska and Europe, among others. Aboard our growing fleet of ships and Disney’s island destinations in The Bahamas, our exceptional crew and cast members provide legendary Disney service and enchanting entertainment to our guests that only Disney can deliver.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with Magical Cruise Company, Limited, which is part of a business we call Disney Cruise Line.

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