Audio/Video Engineer-Project Hire
The Walt Disney Company
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The Walt Disney Company in Lake Buena Vista, FL seeks an Audio/Video Engineer-Project Hire to design and support professional A/V systems for new builds and existing facilities. You will develop design requirements, configure hardware/software, and provide on-site support to ensure reliable operation of CCTV, VMS, and analytics solutions.
The role focuses on CCTV, VMS platforms, and video analytics, with on-site responsibilities and coordination with security and network teams.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in design and implementation of professional A/V systems in themed entertainment or industrial settings.
- Deep knowledge of video technologies, CCTV, video servers, displays, analytics and related systems.
- Solid understanding of end-to-end A/V system design and installation principles.
- Familiarity with digital video technologies and low-voltage applications.
- Hands-on testing and debugging of A/V and control systems hardware/software.
- Ability to coordinate with system integrators, contractors and project teams throughout a project lifecycle.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks to successfully complete project assignments.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and team collaboration tools.
Responsibilities
- Create, develop, document, commission, and release video system designs for Disney attractions and facilities.
- Provide investigation and resolution support for existing systems in parks and resorts.
- Design and develop hardware detail drawings and system schematics.
- Manage video scope of work from concept through installation, testing, and acceptance.
- Provide end-user interfaces for maintenance teams to monitor health of A/V systems.
- Adapt to variable shifts with evening hours as needed by business needs.
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Job ID 10159033 Location Lake Buena Vista, Florida, United States Business Walt Disney World Resort Date posted Oct. 13, 2026
Self-driven, individual contributor, performing as part of a team developing and supporting Professional Audio/Video Systems for new build projects and providing technical engineering support for existing systems. Perform system engineering duties including developing detailed system design requirements for fabrication, assembly, and installation. Provide system hardware details, software configurations, and settings for CCTV Systems, A/V Controls, and Automation Systems. Provide on-site technical support for the sustainment of existing Video Systems and provide effective troubleshooting skills for restoring systems back to normal operation when technical issues arise. This role will be focused on working with CCTV Systems, VMS platforms (Video Management Systems), and Video Analytics. The role will require proven knowledge and experience managing Network Systems, working with CCTV Cameras, Video Decoders, IP address schemes, and coordinating Cybersecurity and Network requirements with the Network and Cybersecurity teams.
This is a 2-year Project Hire position without any guarantee of permanent placement.
This position will report to the Manager-Systems Engineering.
- Create, develop, document, commission, and release Video System software and hardware designs for new and existing Disney Attractions and Facilities.
- Provide investigative and resolution support for existing systems within WDW Parks, Attractions, and Resorts.
- Design and develop Video System hardware detail drawings and system schematics.
- Manage the Video scope of work on projects from concept and development phase through installation, test-adjust, and final acceptance (manage scope, schedule, and budget).
- Provide end-user control interfaces for local Maintenance and Operations teams to be able to control and monitor the health of the Audio/Video Systems within the attraction environment or in the resorts.
- This role requires flexibility to work variable shifts, with more than 50% of work hours occurring during evening hours at times, based on business and operational needs.
- 5+ years of experience or more in the design and implementation of Professional Audio/Video Systems in themed entertainment applications or commercial industrial applications.
- In depth understanding of Video Technologies, Video Servers, Display Technologies, Video Cameras, Video Analytics Software, and CCTV Systems.
- In depth understanding of principles around Professional Audio and Video Systems Design and Installation.
- Demonstrated understanding with digital video technologies and low-voltage system applications.
- Hands-on experience with testing and debugging Audio/Video and Control System hardware and software.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively provide technical direction and coordination with System Integrators, Installation Contractors, and Project Team members throughout the project lifecycle.
- Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to make good judgement with prioritizing work and day-to-day tasks towards successful completion of project assignments.
- Demonstrated proficiency in utilizing Microsoft Office suite of software applications and other team collaboration software tools (i.e. Teams, Slack, Bluebeam, etc.).
- In depth understanding and proven experience working with CCTV Systems, Video Analytics, and VMS platforms (i.e. Genetec, Axis, and Bosch).
- In depth understanding and proven experience working with network communications, network configurations, and protocols.
- Proven knowledge of industry technical standards and codes including SMPTE Standards, National Electric Code, NFPA 72, UL1419 and UL508A standards.
- Familiarity with testing and calibrating Video Systems and Video Devices for optimized performance (i.e. color calibration and settings optimization for Video Screens, Video Devices, Video Servers, Cameras, etc.).
- In depth understanding and application utilizing Digital Video streaming protocols.
- Demonstrated proficiency in designing and documenting system engineering detail information in AutoCAD format.
B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent is preferred.
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The hiring range for this position in Orlando, FL is $94,300.00 to $126,300.00 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.
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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