Sr Controls Engineer

Job ID 10149481 Location Lake Buena Vista, Florida, United States Business Walt Disney World Resort Date posted May 08, 2026

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Job Summary:

As a Senior Controls Engineer with the Ride Control Team, you will develop and implement control systems for complex automated industrial laundry applications to enhance our guest experience. We are seeking a Senior Controls Engineer that can contribute to the development of control systems across multiple automated laundry & textile facilities.

You will design, commission and support the electrical and electronic systems that control industrial laundry equipment, applying expertise in electrical design and multi-language software development for industrial controls. We seek an individual that works well both individually and as a member and leader of a project team.

This position is a Full-Time Hybrid role based in Lake Buena Vista, FL, and will report to a Manager of Ride Controls.

Responsibilities/You will:

Develop electrical and automated designs for interfaces to high volume automated washing, drying, sorting and folding systems.
Develop software architecture and coding for Embedded Systems, Rockwell and Siemens PLCs
Develop and troubleshoot software and hardware on motion control VFD and servo systems
Develop hardware and software design documents
Develop safety analysis documents used in safety critical applications
Develop and troubleshoot software for industrial Graphical User Interfaces
Develop and perform control system acceptance test plans

Required Qualifications/You will have:

5+ years of experience in industrial automation and controls.
Proficient in PLC programming and C/C++
Experience designing and architecting control systems hardware to UL 508a, e.g. Motor Control Cabinets, IO enclosures, field sensors, cabling, etc.
Experience in AC and DC Drive programming and tuning
Experience in safety related control systems
Experience in software development planning and documentation
Experience in version control and collaboration software tools
Knowledge of industrial network protocols, AS-I, INTERBUS, ControlNet, Profinet, CIP and Ethernet IP
Experience in software testing and commissioning
Experience drawing, interpreting and marking up AutoCAD assemblies and schematics.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working on industrial automated laundry facilities and related equipment.
Experience in the entertainment ride and show industry
Familiar with IEC – 61131 using Ladder Diagram and Structured Text
Experience in safety control system design using safety PLCs and safety devices
Experience in developing risk assessments and designs using IEC/ISO functional safety standards
Knowledge of I/O and Supervisory Network systems
Knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic servo control systems

Required Education:

Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent

Preferred Education:

Masters of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent

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 https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

The hiring range for this position in Lake Buena Vista, FL is $122,800.00 to $150,000.00 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 Walt Disney World Resort:

Since opening in 1971, Walt Disney World Resort has played an important role in many childhood and family memories. Today, hundreds of millions of guests from around the globe visit this magical place to enjoy a Disney vacation. Through a combination of creativity, innovation and technology, the resort immerses guests in classic Disney tales and new kinds of family entertainment. Drawing from a rich heritage of storytelling, Walt Disney World Resort cast members bring Disney magic to life through unmatched attention to detail and superior guest service.

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 World Resort.

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