Senior Audio/Video Engineer - Project Hire

Job Summary:

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.

You will report to the Manager – Show Electronic Engineering.

This is a Project Hire position without any guarantee of permanent placement.

What You Will Do:

As a Senior Audio/Video Engineer, you’ll play a key role in shaping the creative and technical vision of attractions, from early “blue sky” concepts through final delivery. This role is ideal for a design‑minded engineer who thrives at the intersection of creative intent, system architecture, and real‑world execution.

You’ll collaborate closely with Creative, Audio Media Design, Acoustics, Ride Engineering, Controls, and external partners to design audio and video systems that are integral to storytelling—not just infrastructure.

• Lead the design and definition of attraction‑scale A/V systems, translating creative vision into cohesive, buildable technical solutions

• Partner with Creative and Media teams early in the process to explore concepts, evaluate feasibility, and define system approaches that support storytelling

• Design audio and video system architectures—from blue‑sky exploration through detailed design, production, installation, and turnover

• Serve as a technical design authority, making recommendations that influence major engineering decisions across attractions and lands

• Develop system requirements, specifications, layouts, test plans, and design documentation that clearly communicate intent and performance goals

• Guide designers and vendors in creating subsystem designs, resolving interfaces between A/V, controls, ride systems, and facilities

• Balance design vision, technical rigor, schedule, and budget, taking ownership of quality and outcomes throughout the project lifecycle

• Conduct risk analysis and proactively address design challenges before they impact fabrication or installation

• Support field implementation through troubleshooting, first‑article reviews, and system performance verification

• Ensure designs align with Imagineering standards, industry best practices, and applicable codes

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• 7+ years of experience in show, attraction, or complex A/V system design

• Strong background in designing and specifying audio and video systems for large‑scale or integrated environments

• Proficiency with AutoCAD; working knowledge of Revit or willingness to learn

• Experience developing procurement specifications, system diagrams, layouts, and performance‑driven design documentation

• Understanding of networked audio/video systems and large, distributed system architectures

• Knowledge of relevant industry standards, codes, and best practices (UL, NEC, NFPA)

• Ability to communicate design intent clearly and collaborate effectively across creative and technical disciplines

Preferred Qualifications & Skills:

• Hands‑on hardware experience that informs practical, buildable designs

• Experience scripting or configuring audio control and processing platforms (Alcorn V16, Peavey NION, QSC Q‑SYS)

• On‑board audio system design and commissioning experience

• Industry certifications (QSC, Audinate, AVIXA, Cisco, BICSI)

• Ability to work independently, adapt designs as creative direction evolves, and incorporate multi‑discipline input

• Willingness to travel or relocate for extended project assignments (6–12 months)

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics Engineering, Audio/Video Engineering, or a related field

• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license desired

The hiring range for this position in Glendale, CA is $105,100 - $140,900 per year based on a 40-hour work week. The number of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. The base pay offered will consider 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, depending on the level and position offered.