Automation Engineer

Automation Engineer

Every day at Disney Cruise Line we take pride in bringing the magic of Disney to life. We find joy in creating cherished memories and form genuine connections with our guests. We hold each other to the highest degree and always act responsibly while ensuring the safety of fellow crew and guests. United by our Disney values, we work toward excellence in all we do. As a part of our team, you can live and work in a diverse and inclusive environment amidst a professional and supportive community. If you are ready to create unforgettable experiences and grow as a person and as a professional, apply today.

Responsibilities

As an Automation Engineer, you will be responsible for:

• Maintenance and troubleshooting of electrical and electronic systems in the machinery spaces, entertainment equipment, bridge equipment, and hotel areas.
• Properly completing the monthly maintenance routines for equipment under your control and reporting all completed work on the AMOS system.
• All electronics systems relating to the operation, control, monitoring, safety, and surveillance of the mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and thermal equipment contained within the main machinery spaces.
• Responsible for the ship’s communication systems, bridge navigation equipment, telephone exchange, security alarm systems, CCTV systems, and fire protection systems.
• Maintenance (AMOS monthly routines and unscheduled call outs) of mechanical, electrical, electronic equipment in entertainment areas, including partnering with the entertainment technical team for support and equipment familiarization.
• Performing emergency duties as specified in the ship’s assembly plan.
• Upholding the general safety management responsibilities in areas and operations under your control.

Basic Qualifications

To be considered for this role, you should have:

• Electro-technical Officer Certificate of Competency.
• 2+ years’ shipboard experience as a senior Electro-technical Officer on cruise vessels.
• Excellent communication skills, including fluent written and spoken English.
• Enthusiasm about guiding other team members.
• Flexibility and a cool head in dynamic, ever-evolving environments.

Additional Information

This is a shipboard role. Applicants must:

• Be genuinely interested in a career at sea and willing to live and work onboard a Disney Cruise Line vessel.
• Be committed to the position you are applying for at least 2-3 contracts before a transfer or promotion.
• Be willing to follow and perform safety role, emergency duties, and/or associated responsibilities as specified in the ship Assembly Plan.
• Be willing and able to uphold the general safety management responsibilities specified in the Safety Management System in areas and operations under your control.
• Be willing to follow and embrace United States Public Health requirements and guidelines as well as Environmentality requirements and Company practices.
• Be willing to be appreciative of working and living in a multi-cultural environment.
• Be comfortable living in a confined space with strict rules and regulations.
• Adhere to a structured lifestyle, personally and professionally.

Your responsibilities also include:

• Having a valid passport and C1/D Seaman’s visa (DCL will provide you with documents to obtain this).
• Completing a pre-employment medical.
• Obtaining a criminal background check.
• Bringing approved work shoes.

Disney Cruise Line is a drug-free workplace. All new hires are required to undergo drug/alcohol testing within the first week onboard and throughout their contracts. Failure to pass the drug/alcohol testing will result in immediate termination.

The Walt Disney Company and its Affiliated Companies are Equal Employment Opportunity employers and welcome all job seekers including individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or apply for a position, email Candidate.Accommodations@Disney.com with your request. This email address is not for general employment inquiries or correspondence. We will only respond to those requests that are related to the accessibility of the online application system due to a disability.