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JOB SUMMARY:

Performs moderate re-design and development efforts for mechanical structural systems of theme park rides and attractions to provide increased reliability and operational improvements. Duties include support downtime recovery, troubleshooting, fault analysis, redesign assignments, test and start-up integration of Ride and Show systems. All work shall be in conformance with ASTM F24 Committee guidelines and compliant with applicable codes, regulations and standards including: AISC, ASME, ASTM, ANSI, AWS, JIC, NEC, and OSHA, among others.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

+ Implements solutions and performs design modifications to Ride and Show system equipment on assigned projects to include mechanical / structural modifications to complex systems to improve safety, reliability, operational readiness, diagnostics and serviceability of mechanical / structural systems.

+ Manages assigned projects from design through installation to include project schedules, testing, training and budget demands.

+ Prepares scope of work documents for engineering projects. Develops and conducts Acceptance Test Procedures on control or mechanical systems modifications, generation of maintenance procedures and manual updates. Prepares and conducts maintenance training on mechanical / structural equipment.

+ Interfaces with ride supervisors and managers to resolve problems and design issues. Coordinates engineering activities between ride supervisors, ride managers and technicians.

+ Monitors and interfaces with vendors/ride manufacturers to resolve problems and design issues. Prepares and reviews equipment specifications and performs technical evaluation of vendor products/services.

+ Performs engineering calculations for design, analysis, test and implementation of mechanical / structural systems.

+ Provides project status of assigned task list items to senior level engineers, Engineering Manager and/or appropriate ride manager on a regular basis. Updates project status via Maximo on a regular basis.

+ Maintains configuration management of mechanical / structural documentation in accordance with Engineering’s guidelines for proper archiving and security.

+ Understands and actively participates in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities.

+ Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION:

+ Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Structural or Civil Engineering or related field required

+ Master’s degree in Mechanical, Structural or Civil Engineering or related field preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

+ 7+ years demonstrated project engineering experience of mechanical structural systems in an engineering environment for the development of dynamic motion (mobile) systems in a theme park industry;

+ or 7+ years’ experience of mechanical/structural design associated w/ dynamic motion (mobile) systems and components;

+ or 7+ years of strong analytical skills to perform engineering calculations for design, analysis, test and implementation of mechanical, structural, hydraulic and pneumatic system modifications required;

+ or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

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

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