Engineer, Ride & Show Specialist – Mechanical Systems (Testing & Analysis)

At Universal Creative, we design, develop and deliver the most compelling entertainment experiences imaginable to drive growth for Universal Destinations & Experiences worldwide. Our innovative attractions, immersive theme parks and world-class resorts fuse art and technology to create new standards in the themed entertainment industry.

Our Team Members are the driving force behind Universal Creative. With their diverse skills and forward-thinking ideas, our team pushes us beyond the boundaries of what’s possible to achieve the extraordinary. Together, we’re creating a Universe of fun, always ensuring the next thing we do is better than the last thing we did.

JOB SUMMARY:

Provides subject matter expertise on one or more Ride and/or Show system disciplines, which includes but is not limited to, Audio, Network Systems, Parkwide Systems, Special Effects, Projection, Lighting, Set/Scenic, Props, Show Action Equipment, Animated Figures, Ride Systems, Mechanical Systems, Ride Control, Show Control Systems or supporting systems. Performs research, development, review, approval, and technical analysis under an area of responsibility. May be assigned to a project team to provide support under an area of responsibility. Ensures internal and external specifications are met.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides technical guidance to project teams in support of the design, development and delivery of themed entertainment Ride/Show systems
• Reviews vendor-provided design review documents.  Includes drawing review, component selection review, calculation review, test plan review, test results review, and/or review of other deliverable items
• Makes direct engineering contributions to projects as required.  Performs Ride/Show systems research, contributes to Ride/Show systems scope, specification, design or analysis, field assistance for installation, test, and adjust
• Generates, edits and updates Ride/Show engineering specifications
• Supports the design and delivery of attraction systems by performing the required tasks to ensure the portability, maintainability, reliability, operability, serviceability, supportability and safety of ride and show systems
• Performs technical analyses to assist in determining feasibility of Ride/Show systems to mitigate risk for project delivery
• Understand and actively participate in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities. 
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:  Directly supervises 0-1 Exempt and 0-1 Non-Exempt team members; Supports project related specific tasks by indirectly supervising the efforts of vendors to ensure compliance with necessary technical specifications.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: 

• Experience in theme park development, construction, show and ride systems design or fabrication within the entertainment/theme park industry preferred. 
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Ability to organize and manage a complex series of tasks and data to develop and implement show and ride systems. 
• Ability to research and synthesize developmental and available products from any industry into useful systems for theme park applications, as required.  Ability to define development and validation requirements such that such product survives the rigors of theme park use.
• Comfortable influencing decisions of major nature. High degree of tact & diplomacy to obtain favorable decisions or maintain good will
• Comfortable working in a non-routine environment with frequently changing situations
• Some global travel may be required (less than 30%). 

EDUCATION:  

Bachelor’s degree in an applicable technical field required. Advanced degrees preferred.

EXPERIENCE: 

5+ years’ experience in theme park specific technical/engineering role(s) required; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Your talent, skills and experience will be rewarded with a competitive compensation package.