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Technical Superintendent (m/f/D)

Job ID 10124521 Location Papenburg, Germany Business Walt Disney Imagineering Date posted Jul. 01, 2025
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Job Summary:

Walt Disney Imagineering (WDI) is the creative force that designs and builds all Disney theme parks, resorts, attractions, and cruise ships worldwide. Imagineering's unique strength lies in its diverse global team of creative and technical professionals who build on Disney's heritage of storytelling to create new forms of entertainment. Practicing this unique blend of art and science, Imagineers work in more than 100 disciplines to take an idea from the “Blue Sky” concept stage to opening day.

WDI Germany provides technical, architectural, and design services for new-build cruise ships, specializing in managing and overseeing the design, construction, and outfitting processes in Germany and other parts of the world.

This role represents an exciting opportunity to contribute to Disney's legacy of delivering world-class maritime experiences, combining cutting-edge technology with the magic of Disney storytelling.

This position is on-site in Papenburg, Germany.

What You Will Do:

  • Oversees the technical design, construction, commissioning and delivery of the Wish and Meridian Class ships at Meyer Werft shipyard in Papenburg, Germany.

  • Works in close cooperation with the shipyard technical team to meet the agreed milestones as far as the technical machinery and equipment. Ensures that systems are installed and function as per the ship specification.

  • Ensures that shipyard operations meet technical, operational and safety standards and applicable international, flag-state, port-state and classification-society requirements.

  • Ensures that the assessment of the shipyard drawings are completed in good time and valid comments passed to the shipyard teams using the shipyard drawing approval system.

  • Administers the technical Agreement of Supplier, Agreement of Modification and Notice of Supply processes.

  • Familiarizes himself with the latest technologies associated with the machinery and equipment components identified within the ship Specification and Contract.

  • Works with the Class Society and the shipyard to ensure that all present and foreseen regulatory legislation has been adhered to within the build process.

  • Ensures project’ compliance with Disney high standards and contractual specifications.

  • Ensures that machinery and equipment Factory Acceptance Tests are attended by representatives of the Technical Site Team.

  • Supervises the Technical Site Team members. This includes Lead Technical Inspectors, Technical Inspectors, HVAC Superintendent, HVAC lead inspector and HVAC inspectors.

  • Liaises with external consultants involved with the ship designing and construction process.

  • Manages business relationships with key vendors.

  • Provides regular updates to the Technical Operation Team and seek for their inputs on key decisions.

  • Develops and implements safety-management and maintenance guidelines, policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications:

  • Minimum 10 years of experience in shipbuilding, ship operations, or technical project management, preferably in the cruise or passenger ship segment.

  • Broad understanding of shipbuilding, naval architecture, and ship design.

  • Knowledge in latest new buildings, including specification items and latest environmental technologies.

  • Solid understanding of shipboard systems, including propulsion, HVAC, electrical distribution, and automation.

  • Familiarity with class rules, flag state requirements, and IMO regulations, including SOLAS, MARPOL, and upcoming environmental compliance (EEXI, CII, etc.).

  • Experience in plan approval, system integration, and construction supervision.

  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, P&IDs, and 3D models

  • Comfortable working in a multi-disciplinary, multicultural environment with shipyard and contractor personnel.

  • Capable of supporting FATs, HATs, and SATs, including documentation review and punch list management.

  • High level of organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities under time pressure.

  • Proficient in MS Office and project tracking tools

  • Willingness to be based at or travel regularly to the shipyard and vendor sites during key construction and commissioning phases.

  • Demonstrate strong written and verbal communications skills (English)

  • Strategic thinker: able to see the big picture and make solid business decisions in managing projects

  • Independent and proactive

  • Excellent team player

  • Exceptional cooperation and communication skills

Required Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience

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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 Imagineering (Germany) GmbH, which is part of a business we call Walt Disney Imagineering.

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