Associate CAD Designer (CT)

Job ID 10148891 Location Kissimmee, Florida, United States Business Walt Disney Imagineering Date posted May 01, 2026

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Job Summary:

About the Role & Team

Through innovative storytelling and a culture of collaboration, Disney Live Entertainment creates, produces, and delivers remarkable and engaging entertainment experiences. From the intimate to the spectacular, our work can be seen at Disney theme parks, resort hotels, cruise ships, and other locations around the world. This diverse team – representing a wide variety of disciplines and talents from technical directors, writers, and lighting designers to choreographers, cosmetologists, and music producers – brings magical worlds to life through technical expertise, performance excellence, incomparable ingenuity, unparalleled spectacle… and a dash of pixie dust.

This is a project-driven, seasonal/casual temporary position. With high skills/proficiency in various design software, the Associate CAD Designer creates a variety of complex drawing solutions through the translation of art concepts into complex CAD design drawings, 3d Visualizations, and drawing bid packages, as part of a technical production team. Design projects include, but are not limited to, facility applications, show/event venue designs, as well as other designs supporting the creation of live show entertainment products.

The Associate CAD Designer (CT) will report to the Manager - CAD Design.

This is a Casual Temporary or Seasonal role with no guarantee of weekly working hours, as hours will fluctuate based on business needs.

What You Will Do

Deliver the design intent through the effective execution of the creative process
Support the entire design team with a mechanical approach and schematic design to realize their vision
Develop and maintain drafting standards for Walt Disney Entertainment in coordination with other Walt Disney Company business units
Generate and modify all types of computer drafting and imaging (ground plans, detail drawings, etc.), graphics, and 3D views of Walt Disney World properties using Autodesk Revit
Familiarity with AutoCAD 2d and 3d, 3ds Max, SolidWorks, or other 3d modeling/drafting software
Stay current with computer graphics visualization software and technology to support design and drafting within the industry
Develop and/or provide input to project budgets
Provide conceptual design support to Directors, Producers, and Designers
Support the presentation process by developing appropriate visual materials, researching project design materials
Maintain up-to-date show documentation, electronic archiving of Entertainment Design CAD information, files of Walt Disney Company, and participant logos and reference art library/art lab

Required Qualifications & Skills

Minimum of 3 years of experience in the Entertainment Industry working in show development and operation of live shows, drafting schematics, floor plans, three-dimensional images
Comprehensive understanding of all aspects of Computer Aided Design
Excellent working knowledge of current technology and industry standards for a wide variety of theatrical design (audio, video, broadcast, effects, lighting, and control systems, scenery, and facilities construction methodology) as applied to live show and facility systems (theatrical, industrial, concert, touring, etc.)
Excellent understanding of the design development process
Proven ability to generate schematic design documentation in a fast-paced environment
Proven ability to support the creative process by collaborating with other Designers, Directors, Writers, and Producers
Proven ability to deliver on a project’s established scope, schedule, and budget
Excellent verbal and visual communication skills with the ability to express creative ideas and problem solve
General computer skills, including basic Microsoft Office products and industry-specific software
Ability to work flexible hours - nights, weekends, holidays - including occasional travel

Preferred Qualifications

Computer animation and video production experience
3 years of experience working with Disney Live Entertainment
Unreal Engine/VR previsualization experience
Required Education
College degree or equivalent experience in Theatrical, Architectural, or Mechanical Engineering discipline

Education

Master’s degree or equivalent experience in Theatrical, Architectural, or Mechanical Engineering discipline preferred

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

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The hiring range for this position in Kissimmee, FL is $49,800 to $66,800 per year based on a 24 hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. 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 Disney Imagineering Live, LLC, which is part of a business we call Walt Disney Imagineering.

Disney Imagineering Live, LLC 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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