Title:
Engineer, Ride & Show Specialist Mechanical Systems (Testing & Analysis)
Req:
Backfill Testing Engineer (Level 3 / AssociateEngineer level)
Manager:
Brent (Sr. Manager, IHAT In-House Analysis & Testing)
Brent reports to Seth
Duration:
Permanent
Bill Rate:
N/A
Pay Rate:
$88,000 $110,000
Onsite/Remote:
Onsite (Orlando)
Shift rotation between 1st & 3rd shift (schedule flips weekly; flexible work environment)
Travel approx. 1x per quarter to vendors/factories
Job Description:
Mechanical testing and validation engineer supporting ride & show systems from blue sky through commissioning. Responsible for strain, stress, and acceleration testing; validating vendor FEA models; and ensuring as-built systems meet required criteria and industry standards.
Key responsibilities include:
Develop and execute mechanical test plans
Perform strain gauge and accelerometer testing
Analyze stress, strain, and acceleration data
Validate vendor FEA and compare to real-world results
Support FAT and reduce technical risk
Conduct ASTM-based biodynamic acceleration testing
Interpret and apply applicable standards
Partner with sustaining engineering and project teams
Requires 5+ years of mechanical engineering experience with strong hands-on data analysis background. Ideal candidate has experience in complex mechanical systems (ride systems, aerospace, defense, etc.) and can communicate effectively with technicians and vendors.