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Assoc Engineer, Ride/Show

Apply now Job no: 646812
Work type: Regular (Full-Time)
Location: Orlando
Categories: Universal Creative - Engineering

At Universal Creative, we design, develop and deliver the most compelling entertainment experiences imaginable to drive growth for Universal Destination & Experiences. 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: Contributes to technical management, inclusive of budget and schedule, for an attraction or attractions under an area of responsibility. Responsible for supporting the successful specification, bid/award, design, production, installation, and acceptance testing of Ride and/or Show Systems, to include Audio, Special Effects, Projection, Lighting, Set/Scenic, Props, Show Action Equipment, Animated Figures, Ride Systems, Mechanical Systems, Network Systems, Parkwide Systems, Ride Control, and/or Show Control Systems.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Provides engineering technical (calculation, design, drafting, research) support to the Ride/Show teams
  • Reviews portions of vendor-provided design review documents.  Includes drawing review, component selection review, calculation review, test plan review, test results review, or review of other deliverable items as specified by engineering management
  • Edits and updates Ride/Show engineering specifications as specifically assigned by Ride/Show engineering management
  • Assists Ride/Show team in managing vendors through the process of bidding, designing, manufacturing, testing, shipping, installation, start up, and commissioning of Ride/Show systems Reviews, edits, or develops test protocols, procedures, and plans.  Executes witness or approve testing and test results as assigned and authorized by Engineering & Safety management.
  • 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.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

  • Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.

EDUCATION:  

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

EXPERIENCE:

  • 0-1 years’ experience in theme park specific technical/engineering role(s) preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience. 

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

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