Document Control Specialist, Principal

Job ID 10146852 Location Glendale, California, United States Business Walt Disney Imagineering Date posted Apr. 16, 2026

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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.

The Principal Document Control Specialist plays a critical leadership role in managing, evolving, and modernizing document and data workflows that support the design, documentation, and sustainment of complex theme park attractions and equipment., and is critical to ensuring all documentation used in the building and installation of Disney attractions complies with our review and release process. This role sits at the intersection of engineering, digital systems, and emerging automation technologies, ensuring data/deliverable integrity while enabling speed, quality, and scalability.

Beyond traditional document control, this role helps shape the future state of engineering data management, leveraging advanced software tools, automation, and AI‑assisted workflows to improve how teams create, access, and manage technical information for ownership, sustainment, and reuse.

You will report to Senior Manager, Data Management.

This position is in Glendale, CA.

This is a full time role.

What You Will Do:

Engineering Documentation and Data Management

Facilitate document control processes for Ride and Show engineering deliverables, including drawings, models, specifications, calculations, and supporting documentation.
Manage CAD and Vault systems (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, PDM/PLM tools), including release workflows, revision control, metadata integrity, and ECF/ECO routing.
Review engineering drawings for compliance with standards, title blocks, revision structure, and support configuration control practices and release procedures.
Create, set up, and maintain commercial Toolbox Parts and purchased parts in CAD and Vault systems, including accurate linkage to Parts Master and supplier data.
Collaborate with engineering, design, IT, and external partners to troubleshoot, improve, and guarantee efficient documentation and release of project deliverables.
Participate in and influence SolidWorks, Toolbox, and digital engineering governance committees.
Act as “helpdesk” support to assist users with problems between CAD programs and the Vault System ensure standards are met and release process is successful.
Assist with loading and releasing drawing packages from in-house/outside Vendors when necessary including editing of documents to facilitate release.
Assist with development and evolution of our CAD standards to ensure process efficiency.

Digital Transformation & Automation

Support and facilitate the evolution of document control from file management to data‑driven engineering enablement.
Identify opportunities to automate repetitive tasks (naming, metadata population, release validation, routing) using macros, scripts, APIs, AI, or low‑code tools.
Partner with Ride Engineering leadership to implement smarter Vault structures, templates, and rules/process that reduce errors and cycle time.

AI‑Enabled Workflows

Help evaluate and deploy AI‑assisted tools for document classification, search, change impact analysis, and quality checks.
Support the use of AI to improve information discoverability across large, multi‑year attraction programs.
Establish guardrails for responsible AI use, ensuring accuracy, traceability, and compliance within our regulated engineering environment.

Collaboration & Leadership

Act as a trusted partner to engineers, designers, project teams, and park stakeholders across disciplines and geographies.
Proactively advise teams on best practices for documentation, configuration control, and digital workflow efficiency.
Mentor junior document control staff and help define best‑in‑class standards for the organization.

Required Qualifications and Skills

5 - 7 + years experience with SolidWorks, AutoCAD, PDM/PLM systems, Adobe, and Microsoft Office tools.
Deep understanding of engineering drawings, revision control, and change management processes.
Deep understanding of and experience with engineering drawings formats and release processes.
Demonstrated ability to work across disciplines and translate technical needs into effective systems.
Curiosity and comfort with emerging technologies, automation, and AI‑assisted tools.
Experience supporting large, complex, multi‑year engineering programs (entertainment, industrial, aerospace, or similar).
Able to work productively and self-sufficiently in a collaborative team environment.

Education

A minimum High School Diploma is required.

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/pay rate for the Document Control Specialist Principal is $95,500.00 - $128,000.00 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 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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