Senior Prototype Technician

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.

Within the Show Systems studio is where we produce the magic. Our processes and tool sets take us from concept design or mock ups to full production, assembly and installation. You will work as part of the team creating world-class attractions. Thinking outside of the box and creative problem solving is a must. We’re looking for professionals who are thirsty for diverse experiences, who are eager to learn and who are confident they can uphold the Disney quality that our quests expect. If this sounds like you, please apply today!

The Senior Prototype Technician provides essential support for the staging, mock-up, and delivery of WDI projects.

You will report into the Senoir Manager, Prototype Engineering.

This is a Full-Time role.

What You Will Do

• Set up, operate, and maintain technical systems.

• Provide basic theatrical support (audio, lighting, video, and staging).

• Troubleshoot technical systems and equipment.

• Manage temporary power distribution.

• Set up and maintain mock-up areas.

• Fabricate special effects and integrate high-tech and low-tech systems.

• Enforce safety practices.

• Perform technical cleanup.

• Maintain, repair, or coordinate repairs for tools, equipment, and facilities.

• Support advanced theatrical and show control systems.

• Evaluate inventory and procure supplies.

• Support setups, presentations, and field installations.

• Arrange rental equipment and labor.

• Participate in equipment strike and ensure proper storage.

• Maintain safe working conditions.

• Serve as point of contact for project mock-ups.

• Support presentations to executive leadership.

• Perform rigging and truss work.

• Build effective relationships across WDI.

• Demonstrate initiative and strong self-leadership.

• Coordinate with external vendors.

• Work varies based on assignment and may involve managing multiple mock-ups or full attraction/land mock-up plans.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum of 5 years related experience.

• Technical system setup, operation, and maintenance.

• Theatrical technical support.

• Experience with lifts and rigging equipment.

• Temporary power distribution.

• Special effects fabrication.

• Ability to read drawings and layouts.

• Experience with A/V, show control, networking, and projection systems.

• Lighting system knowledge.

• Ability to work at height.

• Certifications in rigging, overhead safety, equipment operation, and fall protection (preferred).

• Knowledge of industry standards.

Preferred Qualifications & Skills

• Proficiency in AutoCAD

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent experience required

• Bachelors Degree preferred

Additional Information

Benefits and Perks: 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

The base salary for this position in California is $95,500.00-$128,000.00 based on a 40 hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. 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.