Senior Rockwork Engineer (Project Hire)

Job ID 10124752 Location Glendale, California, United States Business Walt Disney Imagineering Date posted Aug. 25, 2025

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Job Summary:

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.

Curious to learn more? Rockwork Engineering is responsible for the structural engineering, coordination, and technical integration of the rockwork elements of themed attractions!

You will report into the Manager, Rockwork Engineering.

This is a Project Hire position with no guarantee of permanent placement.

What You Will Do

Manage the design and engineering of complex rockwork structures
Manage technical coordination of rockwork design documents, models, specifications, and basis of design with AR, ST, MEP, Civil, Landscape, Show, Ride, Creative disciplines, and Rockwork Contractor, in consideration of programmatic requirements (Operational Stakeholders).
Lead the technical coordination of rockwork design and construction including facilitating meetings and maintaining an IRL (issues resolution log) or similar document.
Organize and develop project design criteria, engineering work plans, rockwork schedules, meetings, and work plans for projects of varying complexity.
Facilitate quality assurance and control, both of design documentation as well as field construction.
Direct project team members on coordination and integration activities related to the technical scope of work; this also includes any 3rd party architecture and engineering consultants.
Participate in regularly scheduled project meetings with project team, consultants and contractors.
Provide project teams with rockwork design and construction details, rockwork lessons learned, and rockwork standards information to inform rockwork specifications.
Monitor work progress and ensure that technical quality, interdisciplinary coordination and production requirements are met
Answer construction bid period questions and respond to and resolve field issues and questions.
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

Required Qualifications & Skills

Graduate of an accredited engineering school with a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil/Structural Engineering.
Professional Engineer license in Civil Engineering
Working knowledge of structural engineering including current technologies and codes, with concentration in the areas of steel and concrete structures.
Working 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

Preferred Qualifications:

Working knowledge of structural design programs such as SAP2000, ETABS, RISA
Proven experience with 3D modeling software: Revit, Rhino, Grasshopper, Navisworks, BIM360
Registration as a California SE is desirable
An advanced degree in the structural engineering field is preferred

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of engineering with a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
Advanced degree desired

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.

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About Walt Disney Imagineering:

Founded in 1952 as WED Enterprises to design and build the world’s first theme park — Disneyland — Walt Disney Imagineering (WDI) is where imagination and creativity combine with cutting-edge technology to create unforgettable experiences. WDI is the creative force that imagines, designs and builds all Disney theme parks, resorts, attractions and cruise ships worldwide. Imagineering’s unique strength comes from its diverse global team of creative and technical professionals, who build on Disney’s legacy of storytelling to pioneer new forms of entertainment. The Imagineers who practice this unique blend of art and science work in more than 100 disciplines to shepherd an idea all the way from “blue sky” concept phase to opening 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 Walt Disney Imagineering.

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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