Junior Ride & Show Electrical Designer

Job at a Glance

Job Title: Junior Ride & Show Electrical Designer

Location: Anaheim, CA (onsite)

Contract Type: W2 Contract, 12 months initial duration with potential for extension of up to 22 months or conversion to full time employment status

Schedule: M-F 7AM - 4PM

Pay: $33.00-$37.00/hour + optional medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match

Position Overview

We are seeking a Ride & Show Electrical Designer to create and communicate design through production drawings in support of capital and sustainment projects. This role partners closely with Engineering, line of business stakeholders, vendors, and project management staff to develop CAD designs, detail drawings, and supporting documentation for innovative attraction systems.

You’ll make an impact by producing electrical wiring diagrams, schematics of electrical systems, and mechanical details for racks, consoles, and control boxes while ensuring compliance with applicable codes, standards, and internal requirements.

Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

• Develop and participate in project design reviews.
• Determine proper documentation required for releases, including Acceptance Test Procedures (ATP) and Operational Test Procedures (OTP).
• Release and manage design control procedures using Engineering Communication Forms (ECF) and Engineering Change Orders (ECO).
• Produce electrical/electronic and mechanical design and drafting documentation.
• Research historical and background data to inform project requirements and design solutions.
• Research and select proper materials, processes, and vendors for design projects.
• Ensure drawings comply with codes, legislation, and standards (including ASME and state ride safety laws).
• Review design packages with vendors and shops for conformance with documentation.
• Work with Engineers and Document Management staff to ensure as-built drawings and documentation are properly submitted into the electronic data management system (EDMS).
• Share expertise in emerging design technologies, materials, and best practices.

Basic Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience generating electrical controls designs in a multidisciplinary technical team environment.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and EPLAN (professional training and/or certification preferred).
• Strong electrical/mechanical design skills, including knowledge of manufacturing practices and processes.
• Knowledge of materials (metals, composites, plastics), welding, finish processes, ASME standards (Y14 and Y14.5), and engineering documentation.
• Proficiency in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Ability to balance multiple projects under deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Strong interpersonal, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate across all levels of management.
• Aptitude for learning new software tools.
• Ability to work independently as well as within a collaborative team environment.
• Flexibility with scheduling (weekends, nights, holidays, overtime as needed).
• Physical ability to conduct CAD workstation operation for extended periods and to access confined spaces, ladders, or elevated platforms as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a theme park or entertainment design environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
• GD&T professional training and/or certification.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent.

Education

• Required: AA/AS degree or equivalent work experience; AutoCAD proficiency.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.

About the Client

Our client is a global leader in themed entertainment and immersive experiences, recognized for delivering innovative attractions that blend storytelling with cutting-edge technology. The team fosters a collaborative environment where designers and engineers work together to bring world-class experiences to life.