Instrumentation Specialist

Job ID 10127544 Location Anaheim, California, United States Business Disneyland Resort Date posted Aug. 15, 2025

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Job Summary:

“We make magic.” That’s our motto at Walt Disney Parks and Resorts, and it permeates everything we do. At Disney, you’ll help inspire that magic by enabling our teams to push the limits of entertainment and create the never-before-seen! As an Instrumentation Specialist you will support testing of Disneyland Resort (DLR) attractions and equipment. You will lead specific testing and instrumentation efforts in support of operational tests, added capacity and reliability, improved maintainability, performance optimization and overall attraction improvement.

You will require close partnering with Cast from DLR’s Operations, Engineering Services (maintenance), Engineering, and Project Management groups. Communication, and planning skills are critical to ensure solutions solve the specific issues and requirements which have been identified by the end users and maintainers. You will use and maintain a variety of test equipment including accelerometers, data loggers, pressure sensors, strain gauges, and multimeters. This is an Temporary assignment/ Project with no guarantee of placement.

Responsibilities

Perform testing, data collection, and troubleshooting on attractions and equipment both in the field and in a lab environment.
Responsible for planning, scheduling, conducting, and coordinating the technical and administrative aspects of all tests.
Provide prompt, clear, concise communication to management, customers, partners, and team members about work status and impact to Resort availability.
Provide recommendations, with proposed actions and suggested priorities, for the improvement of test operations, safety, and efficiency.
Prepare company compliant test scopes, plans, and reports (e.g., Operational Testing and Performance Testing) as well as the data analysis and writing of test reports.
Aid with the maintenance, inventory, and calibration of test equipment hardware and software.
Comply with applicable company, state, and federal legal codes, policies, and regulations.
Potential travel to support projects
Cast Member may be required to work different shifts (1st, 2nd, or 3rd) to accommodate test schedules and support troubleshooting requests.
Create/manage project estimates and schedules, give updates to project managers and engineering management.
Respond to Attraction downtimes supporting Engineering Services and Operations urgent needs.
Partner with other Engineering teams on design efforts
Assisting Engineering and Engineering Services troubleshooting attraction equipment
Working cohesively on reliability improvement efforts
Work weekends/holidays to support projects/attractions when needed.

Basic Qualifications

Experience with general testing and troubleshooting.
Excellent problem-solving analytical skills.
General Skills:
- Able to balance multiple projects/assignments concurrently.
- Able to communicate technical concepts in writing as well as through verbal communication to technical and non-technical peers and management.
Use of email, Microsoft Office Software
Strong interpersonal and team-building abilities

Preferred Qualifications

Working knowledge of power quality data loggers such as Dranetz or Fluke
Working knowledge of signal analysis using Osciloscopes
Experience in testing and instrumentation
Use of MatLab or C++
Knowledge of accelerometers, strain gauge tests and analysis, and data acquisition systems
Knowledge of National Electric Code
Familiarity with high voltage and low voltage electrical safety NFPA, NFPA70, 70E Arc Flash
Previous theme park experience
Knowledge and understanding of lock out tag out safety systems and procedures.
Knowledge of Electrical Motors, VFDs, Inductive motors Drives, ground faults (AC and DC), Electrical Panels
Knowledge of control systems PLCs and programing

Required Education

Trade School or B.S. in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering equivalent or Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in a technical maintenance, testing, design, and/or fabrication environment.

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

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The hiring range for this position in California is $83,800.00 to $115,000.00 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.

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About Disneyland Resort:

When Walt Disney opened Disneyland on July 17, 1955, he said he hoped it would be “a source of joy and inspiration to all the world.” Since then, the Disneyland Resort has welcomed more than 800 million guests, expanding to become an approximately 500-acre, multifaceted, world-class family resort destination, complete with two renowned Disney theme parks, three hotels and the exciting shopping, dining and entertainment area known as Downtown Disney District. Through a combination of creativity, technology and innovation, the resort brings storytelling to new heights, and Disneyland Resort cast members play an integral part in bringing that Disney magic to life for thousands of guests every day.

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 Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc., which is part of a business we call Disneyland Resort.

Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

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